Laurel's Five Things: Kitchen Tools, Heat, Water Shortage, and More

Good morning, Laurel! Here's what's happening (or worth reading) for July 17, 2013.

1.) WEATHER » The sun will be out in full force today with highs in the mid-90s. Heat index will hit 101 but there will be a northwest wind moving between 3 and 7 miles per hour. Evening temperatures and humidity will be in the 70s and a 5 mph wind will come through until midnight. Take a look at the week ahead here.

2.) PATCH TIP » Congratulations Grads! Blog on Patch About Your Journey

3.) AROUND TOWN » MUIH Graduate Programs Open House

4.) YOU SAID IT » "Only 15 tools are key to cooking, and you can cook just about anything if you own them." —Colleen Walsh Fong in 15 Critical Tools for A“fore”dable Cooking

5.) ICYMI » Up to 200,000 to Lose Water for Days as Temperatures Soar

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