5 Things You Need to Know Today in Worcester — Thursday, Feb. 20

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In today’s daily 5 Things You Need to Know feature, ThisWeekinWorcester.com explores five important items and stories that Worcester and Central Massachusetts residents should keep a close eye on.

These five things can cover a whole range of subjects and issues that we feel are pertinent to understanding what’s going on in the city and the cities and towns surrounding Worcester.

In today’s edition — Thursday, Feb. 20 —  longtime head of Christian school retires, the Y starts its cancer support series, the Thomas Green awards are open for nominations, the Jean McDonough Arts Center opens with an official lighting ceremony and African American political engagement is high in Massachusetts.

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