Today's Weather: There will be a chance of showers and thunderstorms today, though mainly after 9 a.m. Skies will otherwise be mostly cloudy, with a high near 83, according to the National Weather Service.

1. The Sharon Public Library will host a free Find the Perfect Dog for You seminar today from 5:30 to 8 p.m. Dog trainer Katrin Andberg will lead the program.

2. A state-wide Transportation Bond Bill has set aside funds for various improvements to areas in Sharon, including the installation of a traffic light and upgrades to the South Sharon Infrastructure Project.

3. The Sharon Mens Softball league playoff schedule is now available. Get the rundown of who's playing who. 

4. An overwhelming majority of influential Republicans from Massachusetts say Mitt Romney's choice of running mate Paul Ryan will galvanize the state GOP. Meanwhile, Massachusetts Democrats believe that with Ryan on the Romney ticket, they can win by running against Ryan's existing budget plans, particularly his proposal for Medicare.

5. Are there any roads in Sharon that you think are in need of immediate repair? Let us know which ones.