5 Things You Need to Know Today: Jan. 18

Here is a list of 5 things you need to know today:

1. Windy Wednesday: According to the National Weather Service, today will be sunny with a high near 40 degrees. It will be windy with a northwest wind between 20 and 26 mph and gusts as high as 36 mph. Tonight will be mostly clear with a low around 23 degrees and a north wind between 9 and 15 mph.

2. Forclosure Reviews: Homeowners who suffered foreclosures in 2009 and 2010 may be eligible for a free independent review of their case, says the Monmouth County Office of Consumer Affairs. Click to read how.

3. State of the State: Governor Christie called for a 10 percent cut in state income taxes and mapped out a comprehensive education and pension reform plan in his second annual State of the State Address Tuesday. Click to read details of what was discussed and see what your neighbors have to say about it.

4. Theater Watch: This week, Elvis is in the building once again, as presents the eighth annual Elvis Birthday Bash. Also on the agenda this week is the Songwriter’s Workshop with Gordon Brown, and the original play Playback: One Child at Two River Theater.

5. Everyday Hero: Transition Coach Patricia Phelan Clapp recognizes a great hero, Martin Luther King, Jr., in here latest blog and encourages you to recognize the heros in your own life. Click to read why she believes this is an important part of life.