Politics & Government

Five Things You Need to Know: August 16

Here are five things to know.

Check out these things to know for Tuesday, Aug. 16.

1. It's going to be in the high 70s tomorrow with rain in the late afternoon, according to the National Weather Service.

2. Patch sites across the country how the American Dream has changed in communities all over the United States.

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3. In case you missed it, Takoma Park Patch columnist Diane Bartz talked about .

4. It's tax-free week in Maryland. Any apparel and footwear under $100 will not be subject to the normal six-percent sales tax.

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5. On this day in 1966, 50 protestors were arrested when the House Un-American Activities Committee began investigations of Americans who have aided the Viet Cong.


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