Five Things to Know Today: Dec. 28

1. Weather: According to the National Weather Service, it should be partly sunny today, with a high near 40. Tonight, the forecasters are calling for partly cloudy skies, with a low around 21.

2. In Case you Missed It: As our Mountain View columnist contemplates back surgery, she comes to the realization that  

3. Coming Up: This week’s Community Hero works for the  Check back at 10 a.m. to find out who it is.

4. Better to Receive? We want to hear about the best gift you’ve ever received from the kiddos, whether it was from this holiday season or from years past. You can upload photos too.  

5. We’re Still Looking: Can you help us find him? Or her? Or them?