Here are three things to know for Wednesday, Sept. 1:
1. Bladen UNITY Fest: Friday through Sunday. Events include a networking event, carnival day and gospel outreach. Information: bladenunityfest.org. (READ MORE)
2. Yard Sale: Saturday, Foundation Church, 909 S. Poplar St., Elizabethtown. Proceeds will help pay for items for Operation Christmas Child shoeboxes. (READ MORE)
3. Today’s weather: Chance of thunderstorms with a high around 88 and a low near 69.
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