5 Things You Need To Know Today: March 6

1. Your Voters Guide. Want to know who you're voting for when you head to the polls next Tuesday, March 13? Interested in how much your taxes will rise or fall due to the town or school district's proposed budgets? Get all that information and much more in Bedford Patch's

2. The Weather Man Says ... A mainly sunny sky with a high of 36 degrees, says Weather.com. A 0 percent chance of precipitation.

3. Going to be out of town for next week's elections? The town of Bedford has absentee ballots available for the upcoming town and school elections on March 13, the state elections on Sept. 11 and the general/presidential election on Nov. 6.

4. Where do you grab a quick and tasty meal in Bedford? Bedford's latest "Reader's Choice, Reader's Voice" poll asks you, the good residents of Bedford, where you choose to grab a deli sandwich, calzone or slice of pizza? Support local small business and

5. Champion in Action. Citizens Bank and WMUR-TV are currently accepting applications for the next Champion in Action in the category of Neighborhood Development. The Champions in Action program provides financial, volunteer and public relations support to nonprofits that have demonstrated success in addressing designated concerns in their communities.  Applications can be completed online at www.citizensbank.com/community/champions. All applications must be received by March 9, 2012. The winner will be announced in July.