In The Lou – Saturday, July 26, 2025
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🌤 Today’s Weather
Thunderstorms likely. Hot and humid.
High: 94° | Low: 78°
Rain: 72%
Humidity: 59%
Winds: 11 mph
Max UV Index: 9.7 (very high)
Sunrise: 5:57 a.m. | Sunset: 8:17 p.m.
🗞️ Lou News
💸 Hawley Pushes Rebate Checks After Trump Tariff Pitch: Missouri Senator Josh Hawley is proposing nationwide rebate checks for working Americans, following Donald Trump's suggestion to use tariff revenue for taxpayer relief.
🎶 Concerts Continue Despite Heat Wave: While scorching temperatures have canceled some events, concerts like Flo Rida at Busch Stadium and the Big Finger Music & Art Festival in Belleville are forging ahead with indoor stages, water stations, and genre-spanning lineups.
🚧 Glendale Closes Road After Second Water Main Break: A second water main break this week on North Berry Road has shut down the stretch between West Lockwood and West Kirkham, with repairs underway and detours in place.
🏬 Meijer Buys Land for First St. Louis-Area Store: Michigan-based supercenter chain Meijer has purchased a $6.1 million site in O'Fallon, Illinois, marking progress toward its first St. Louis-area location.
🎶 Live Music & Performances
Kayzo – The Old Rock House | 9:00 PM
Sounds of Summer | Magic Man: a Tribute to Heart – Chesterfield Amphitheater | 5:30 PM
Big Tree | Summer Bus Concert Series – The Whiskey Ring | 8:00 PM
Somewhere in the Sky: AJR, Quinn XCII – Hollywood Casino Amphitheatre | 6:20 PM
Kindred the Family Soul – City Winery St. Louis | 5:00 PM & 8:30 PM
Dave Attell – Helium Comedy Club | 7:00 PM & 9:30 PM
Jazz Flow: a Selectors Soundscape ft. BlVCK SPVDE, NOEL SPIVA, K KUDDA – Moshmellow | 7:00 PM
Josephine & Pagliacci – Union Avenue Opera | 8:00 PM
Broadway Rave – Delmar Hall | 7:30 PMTwangfest Night 3: The Mighty Pines, STL Highwomen – Off Broadway | 7:00 PM (doors)
The Flowers Tour: Josh Johnson – The Pageant | 6:00 PM
Rachel is Kozi, Furthest, Tyler Samuel's Project – The Heavy Anchor | 8:00 PM (FREE)
Waffle House Fight Club w/ Brian Kasmarzik & Drew Lance – Das Bevo | 7:00 PM
STL2K: Portraits and Landscapes w/ while(true), Ixora., Creysi – Off Broadway | 7:00 PM
Marques Carroll Quintet – Jazz St. Louis | 7:30 PM
LASER SHOWS: Grateful Dead – St. Louis Science Center | 6:00 PM
LASER SHOWS: Prince – St. Louis Science Center | 7:30 PM
🎉 Events
Rushmore w/ Music of Wes Anderson Pre-Show – Arkadin Cinema & Bar | 5:00 PM
Tower Grove Farmers' Market – Tower Grove Park | Every Sat | 8:00 AM
Wee Weekend – Saint Louis Art Museum | 10:00 AM
Skyline Dinner Cruise – Riverboats at the Gateway Arch | 7:30 PM
Karaoke Night at The ‘Punk – Steampunk Brew Works | 8:00 PM
Am I the Asshole? – The Improv Shop | 10:00 PM
⛽ Lowest Gas Price in the City
$2.66 at Mobil | 620 S Truman Blvd, Festus, MO
📜 This Day in History
🌍 1956 – Egypt Nationalizes Suez Canal: Egyptian President Gamal Abdel Nasser seized control of the Suez Canal, triggering an international crisis that led to a brief invasion by Britain, France, and Israel.
🧑🦽 1990 – Americans with Disabilities Act Signed Into Law: President George H.W. Bush signed the landmark ADA legislation, guaranteeing civil rights protections and access for individuals with disabilities across public life.
🗳️ 2016 – Hillary Clinton Makes History: At the Democratic National Convention, Hillary Clinton became the first woman nominated for U.S. president by a major political party.
🎂 Famous STL Birthdays – July 26
Taylor Momsen (1993) – A St. Louis-born musician and actress, Momsen rose to fame as Cindy Lou Who in How the Grinch Stole Christmas before fronting the rock band The Pretty Reckless, known for chart-topping hits and gritty performances.
Norm Siebern (1933) – A standout baseball player from St. Louis, Siebern was a three-time All-Star and a key member of the 1958 World Series champion New York Yankees, later playing for the Athletics, Orioles, and Red Sox.
Rocky Frisco (1937) – Born in St. Louis, Frisco was a pianist best known for his longtime collaboration with J.J. Cale, contributing to the Tulsa Sound that influenced generations of roots rock and blues musicians.
National Day's - July 26
🤠 National Day of the Cowboy – Celebrated on the fourth Saturday in July, this day honors the enduring legacy and values of the American cowboy, from rodeo arenas to ranches across the West.
♿ National Disability Independence Day – Marking the anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act, this day celebrates the strides made toward equal rights and accessibility for individuals with disabilities.
🥯 National Bagelfest Day – A toast to one of breakfast’s most beloved staples, this day invites everyone to enjoy a fresh, chewy bagel with their favorite spread or sandwich fixings.