In The Lou – Wednesday, June 18, 2025
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🌤 Today’s Weather
Partly to mostly cloudy with a stray of severe thunderstorms possible.
High: 84° | Low: 68°
Rain: 98%
Humidity: 75%*
Winds: 14 mph
UV Index: 3 (high)
Sunrise: 5:35 a.m. | Sunset: 8:28 p.m.
🗞️ Lou News
📱 STL County Police Launch 911 Texting Service: St. Louis County residents can now text 911 dispatchers in emergencies when calling isn’t safe or possible, offering critical support for domestic violence victims and the hearing-impaired.
🚧 Major I-270 Ramp Closure Starts June 20, MODOT will close the eastbound I-270 ramp to southbound I-170 through September for bridge replacement. Drivers should follow marked detours and expect lane reductions on Pershall Road during the project.
🎉 Ritz-Carlton St. Louis Celebrates 35 Years: The Ritz-Carlton – St. Louis marks its 35th anniversary with exclusive luxury experiences, including a $35,000 Emerald Escape package featuring a private chef, spa treatments, and hot air balloon ride.
🆘 Tornado Relief Center Open at SLU: St. Louis’ Disaster Assistance Center at Chaifetz Arena is open June 17–18 and June 23–26 to help tornado victims access recovery resources like health care, job programs, and emotional support.
⚾ Sports
Frontier League: Gateway Grizzlies vs Schaumburg Boomers at Arsenal BG Ballpark | 6:30 p.m. | More info and tickets here. (Summer St. Paddy's Day)
🎟️ Events Today
Mound City Film Series - Threads of Life: Finding Our Place In Nature | 4 Hands Brewing Company | 4:20 p.m. | More info here.
$10 Wednesday BBQ Pulled Pork Supper | Das Bevo | 5:00 - 9:00PM | More info here.
Stand-up 101 Graduation Showcase | Helium Comedy Club | 7:30 p.m. | More info here.
Young Friends Nights | Opera Theatre of St. Louis | 7:30 p.m. | More info here.
🎶 Live Music & Performances
Halsey: For My Last Trick | Hollywood Casino Amphitheater | 7:00 p.m. | Get tickets here.
Taj Mahal with Kyshona | The Pageant | 7:30 p.m. | Get tickets here.
The Bug Club w/ Omni | The Sinkhole | 8:00 p.m. | More info and tickets here.
Southall: Six String Sorrow Tour | Delmar Hall | 8:00 p.m. | Get tickets here.
Florry | Off Broadway | Doors open at 7:00 p.m. | Get tickets here.
Check out Tony Patrico's 'Sounds Around Town' this week (June 16-22) for all the live tunes around STL
⛽ Lowest Gas Price in the City
$2.51 at BP | 3995 Crusher Dr, O'Fallon, MO
📜 This Day in History
1812 – War of 1812 began: U.S. President James Madison signed a declaration of war against Great Britain, initiating the War of 1812, which arose chiefly from U.S. grievances over oppressive maritime practices during the Napoleonic Wars.
1983 - The first American woman to fly into outer space, Sally Ride, was launched with four other astronauts aboard the space shuttle Challenger.
2023 – The experimental submersible Titan imploded during a dive to the wreck of the Titanic; all five people on board were killed.
🎂 Famous STL Birthdays – June 18
George Hearn (1934): an actor and bass-baritone singer, primarily in Broadway musical theatre.
James Peake (1944): The sixth United States secretary of veterans affairs, serving from 2007 to 2009. In 2004, he retired from a 38-year United States Army career. He also served as the 40th Surgeon General of the United States Army.
Jay Leeuwenburg (1969): a former professional football player who was an offensive lineman in the National Football League for the Kansas City Chiefs, Chicago Bears, Indianapolis Colts, Cincinnati Bengals, and the Washington Redskins.
National Day's - June 18
✈️ National Wanna Get Away Day: Founded by Southwest Airlines, this day celebrates the joy and freedom of spontaneous travel—whether it's booking a vacation, visiting loved ones, or thinking about your next adventure.
💸 National Splurge Day: Treat yourself to something! Whether it’s a fancy coffee, a new outfit, or just the day off, this day encourages indulging a little to celebrate YOU.
🎣 National Go Fishing Day: Take a break, grab your rod and reel, and enjoy some simple fishing. It could be for relaxation, recreation, or dinner — whatever it is, it’s the perfect excuse to be outdoors.