In The Lou – Thursday, July 3, 2025
Your one-stop spot for everything happening in St. Louis today.
🌤 Today’s Weather
Except for a few afternoon clouds, mainly sunny.
High: 93° | Low: 72°
Rain: 18%
Humidity: 50%
Winds: 5 mph
Max UV Index: 10.5 (very high)
Sunrise: 5:41 a.m. | Sunset: 8:29 p.m.
🗞️ Lou News
🚨 Officer injured in I-70 pursuit; suspect caught: A St. Louis officer suffered minor injuries during a police chase on I-70 involving a vehicle tied to multiple shootings. The suspect was arrested after fleeing on foot near Tucker and Cole; a handgun was recovered.
🔥 St. Louis ranks 4th in top BBQ cities list: Just in time for the holiday, LawnStarter’s 2025 rankings place St. Louis at No. 4 among the best barbecue cities in America, with standouts like Pappy’s, Bogart’s, and Stellar Hog getting special mention.
🐾 Nikki Glaser, community rally for shelter pets: After an AC failure at Gateway Pet Guardians during a heat wave, St. Louisans—including comedian Nikki Glaser—fostered animals, donated supplies, and helped get the HVAC back online.
🎆 Parents to be cited for kids' fireworks use: SLMPD announced it will begin citing parents of juveniles caught using fireworks, calling the practice “dangerous and illegal.” Officers will increase patrols this weekend amid downtown safety concerns.
⚾ Cardinals swept, shut out in rare series loss: The Cardinals were swept and shut out in a three-game series against the Pirates, marking their first scoreless series in nearly a decade. They now sit just outside the NL Wild Card race.
🎶 Live Music & Performances
Elvis Costello & The Imposters – “Radio Soul!: The Early Songs of Elvis Costello” @ The Factory | 7:00 PM (Doors)
Incubus – Performing Morning View In Its Entirety + The Hits @ Chaifetz Arena | 7:30 PM
Funky Butt Brass Band @ City Winery St. Louis | 7:30 PM
Pat Kay @ Atomic by Jamo | 5:30 PM
Colt Ball, the Git Down @ Atomic by Jamo | 9:00 PM
Celebrate St. Louis ft. Russell Dickerson + Fireworks @ Gateway Arch | 4:00 PM
Fireworks on the Mississippi @ Alton Amphitheater | 5:00 PM
Hayes Noble w/ Sprite, Goo Man @ The Sinkhole | 8:00 PM
US Air Force Shades of Blue Jazz Ensemble – Independence Day Celebration @ Logan University | 5:00 PM
Eric Stiller Jazz Trio @ Evangeline's Bistro and Music House | 7:00 PM
This Will Be: The Spirit and Soul of Natalie Colefeat. Kimmie Kidd, Christina Yancy, Dereis Lambert @ Blue Strawberry | 7:30 PM
Heavy Meadow: Improv and Comedy Showcase @ The Heavy Anchor | 8:00 PM
House of Tucci Independence Day Party @ Tim's Chrome Bar | 9:00 PM
🎟️ Events & Experiences
Rockwell Beer Garden Farmers Market (Every Thursday) @ Rockwell Beer Garden | 4:00 PM
U City Farmers Market in The Park (Every Thursday) @ Heman Park | 4:00 PM
Grey Goose Drink Specials + Giveaways – July 3rd Dance Party @ HandleBar | 10:00 PM
Outdoor Movie Night: Independence Day @ Kiener Plaza | 5:00 PM
Holiday Biergarten Bash! @ Das Bevo | 5:50 PM
Fireworks Cruise @ Riverboats at the Gateway Arch | 7:30 PM
Summer Trips on Route 66 @ Missouri History Museum | 5:00 PM
LASER SHOWS: Queen Volume 1 @ St. Louis Science Center | 6:00 PM
LASER SHOWS: Pink Floyd – Dark Side of the Moon @ St. Louis Science Center | 7:30 PM
Fourth of July Weekend – Red, White & Boozed @ The Midwestern | 10:00 AM
Thursday Happy Hour on the Dock (Every Thursday) @ Riverboats at the Gateway Arch | 4:00 PM
WEConcert – The JOBZ 300 @ Power Creative WEvent Space | 7:00 PM (Doors)
⛽ Lowest Gas Price in the City
$2.65 at Phillips 66 | 13970 Manchester Rd, Town and Country, MO
📜 This Day in History
1863 – The Battle of Gettysburg ended after three days of brutal fighting, marking a pivotal Union victory and turning point in the American Civil War, with over 50,000 casualties.
1976 – Israeli commandos launched a daring rescue mission in Entebbe, Uganda, freeing hostages held by airplane hijackers in one of history’s most dramatic counterterrorism operations.
2013 – Egyptian President Mohamed Morsi was ousted by the military following mass protests, triggering a major shift in the country’s political landscape and igniting global debate over democracy and power.
🎂 Famous STL Birthdays – July 3
Fontella Bass (1940): a soul singer best known for her 1965 hit “Rescue Me,” which became a defining track of the genre and showcased her powerful voice.
Matt Schulze (1972): an actor and musician, recognized for roles in films like The Fast and the Furious and Blade II, as well as for his work as a guitarist.
Dickey Kerr (1893): Baseball pitcher famed for his integrity during the 1919 Black Sox scandal, remembered for winning two games in the World Series despite his teammates’ conspiracy.
National Day's - July 3
🦞 National Fried Clam Day: Recognizes fried clams as a popular seafood dish, especially in New England, typically served battered and deep-fried.
🍫 National Chocolate Wafer Day: Celebrates chocolate-covered wafer treats, a light and crunchy dessert or snack enjoyed by many.
🥣 National Eat Your Beans Day: Promotes the health benefits of beans, which are rich in fiber, protein, and nutrients, and encourages people to include them in their meals.
🪞 National Compliment Your Mirror Day: A lighthearted reminder to practice self-positivity by giving yourself a compliment while looking in the mirror.