In The Lou – Tuesday, August 26, 2025
Your one-stop spot for everything happening in St. Louis today.
🌤 Today’s Weather
Sunny.
High: 78° | Low: 54°
Rain: 2%
Humidity: 48%
Winds: 8 mph
Max UV Index: 8.3 (very high)
Sunrise: 6:25 a.m. | Sunset: 7:39 p.m.
🗞️ Lou News
🚧 I-70 Expansion: Construction ramps up on Missouri’s $2.8 billion I-70 project, adding third lanes and new interchanges across 200 miles; major stretches near Columbia, Warrenton, and Blue Springs are underway.
⚾ Walk-Off Winner: Alec Burleson smashed a game-ending homer to lift the Cardinals over the Pirates 7-6, capping a four-hit night that snapped St. Louis’ skid.
🔥 North County Blast: An explosion in north St. Louis County injured at least three people and set five homes on fire Monday morning; investigators are still determining the cause.
🏛️ Tornado Relief: St. Louis Mayor Cara Spencer signed an executive order easing zoning and permitting rules to help residents quickly rebuild tornado-damaged neighborhoods.
✈️ Boeing Stalemate: No progress was made in contract talks between Boeing and striking machinists, now in their 22nd day; the union says the ball is in the company’s court.
🕊️ Ken Waller Remembered: State Rep. Ken Waller, former Jefferson County executive and longtime public servant, has died at 63; colleagues praised his dedication to community.
🎶 Live Music & Performances
Fitz and The Tantrums w/ Gable Price and Friends – The Factory | 6:30 PM (doors)
Sierra Ferrell: Shoot For The Moon Tour – Stifel Theatre | 8:00 PM
Rob Thomas: The All Night Days Tour – Hollywood Casino Amphitheatre | 7:30 PM
Gasket w/ Xgaargoylex, Volition, Grid & Cause of Pain – The Sinkhole | 7:30 PM
Skydxddy – Red Flag | 7:00 PM
Colm & Laura Keegan – Blue Strawberry | 7:30 PM
🎟️ Events
Tower Grove Farmers’ Market (Tuesdays) – Tower Grove Park | 4:00 PM
Sunrise Yoga (FREE) – Kiener Plaza | 7:00 AM
⚾ Sports
St. Louis Cardinals vs. Pittsburgh Pirates – Busch Stadium | 6:45 PM
⛽ Cheapest Gas in the City
$2.60 at Sam's Club | 13455 Manchester Rd, Des Peres, MO
📜 This Day in History
1920 – Nineteenth Amendment Ratified: The United States Constitution was amended to grant women the right to vote, marking a major milestone in the women’s suffrage movement.
1883 – Eruption of Krakatoa: The Indonesian volcano Krakatoa erupted with catastrophic force, triggering tsunamis and killing more than 36,000 people.
1975 – Death of Haile Selassie: Ethiopian Emperor Haile Selassie I, a defining figure in African politics and global diplomacy, died at age 83, with many suspecting assassination.
🎂 Famous STL Birthdays – August 26
Ola Ray (1960) – Actress and model best known for starring in Michael Jackson’s iconic Thriller music video.
Duane Hawthorne (1976) – Former NFL cornerback who played for the Dallas Cowboys and San Francisco 49ers.
Margaret Utinsky (1900) – American humanitarian awarded the Medal of Freedom for aiding POWs during World War II in the Philippines.
Song of the Day
"Start Me Up" by The Rolling Stones
On this day in 2007, After two years, The Rolling Stones played the final show on their A Bigger Bang World Tour at the O2 Arena in London, England. The longest and biggest tour of their career, it became the highest grossing in rock history ($560 million).
National Day's - August 26
🐾 National Dog Day – Celebrates dogs of all breeds and backgrounds, honoring the companionship, loyalty, and joy they bring to our lives.
🍒 National Cherry Popsicle Day – A sweet summer holiday dedicated to enjoying the refreshing taste of cherry popsicles.
⚖️ National Women’s Equality Day – Commemorates the certification of the 19th Amendment, granting women the right to vote in the United States.