Breezy Weather Today; We're on the Lookout for Gift Ideas

1. The weather today will be mostly sunny with a high near 51, according to the National Weather Service. It’ll be breezy and winds could gust as high as 26 mph, according to the forecast.

2. The Washington County Historical Society posted a neat wedding photo of a couple who were married at St. John’s Lutheran Church in Lake Elmo in 1902. The couple raised a family of 12, including four sets of twins.

3. Those who are newly eligible to consider their property a homestead for tax purposes must file their application on or before Dec. 15, according to a news release from the county. For more information call the Washington County Assessment Division at 651-430-6110.

4. We’re putting together a guide of gift ideas from small businesses in Oakdale. Have ideas? Email patty.busse@patch.com or mention them in the comments below.

5. Former Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice turns 57 today and Prince Charles turns 63.