In The Lou – Wednesday, August 27, 2025
Your one-stop spot for everything happening in St. Louis today.
🌤 Today’s Weather
A mix of clouds and sun.
High: 80° | Low: 57°
Rain: 1%
Humidity: 43%
Winds: 6 mph
Max UV Index: 8 (very high)
Sunrise: 6:26 a.m. | Sunset: 7:37 p.m.
🗞️ Lou News
⚾ Contreras Suspended: Cardinals catcher Willson Contreras was suspended six games and fined for his on-field tirade Monday, but he’s appealing and remained in the lineup Tuesday against the Pirates.
💸 $200K Kohl’s Cash Scam: A St. Louis man was convicted of orchestrating a multi-state scheme using Kohl’s Cash to steal over $200,000 in merchandise, found guilty of five counts of mail fraud.
🔥 Ameristar Gas Leak: A natural gas leak at Ameristar Casino in St. Charles was quickly contained early Wednesday; officials say there’s no hazard to the public.
📉 Record-Low Attendance: Cardinals attendance dropped below 20,000 at Busch Stadium III for the first time outside the pandemic era, with just 17,675 fans at Monday’s series opener.
🌪️ FEMA Deadline Denied: FEMA rejected St. Louis’ request to extend the tornado aid deadline, leaving Mayor Cara Spencer urging residents to apply before the cutoff.
✈️ Boeing Standoff: Striking Boeing machinists won’t see the company return to negotiations until after Labor Day, prolonging the work stoppage for 3,200 St. Louis workers.
🚨 City Fest Chaos: Seventeen teens were arrested and shots were fired during fights at O’Fallon’s City Fest, prompting police to recommend changes to improve safety at future events.
🎶 Live Music & Performances
David Cook – City Winery St. Louis | 7:30 PM
Gregory Alan Isakov w/ Ocie Elliott – The Pageant | 6:30 PM (doors)
The Supervillains – The Old Rock House | 8:00 PM
Iron Linings w/ American Motors, Milkface – The Sinkhole | 8:00 PM
Poetry Open Mic – The Heavy Anchor | 8:00 PM
Black Tulip Chorale – Blue Strawberry | 7:00 PM
The Tanner Jay Jazz Duo – Evangeline's Bistro & Music House | 7:00 PM
Tee Sanders – Helium Comedy Club | 7:30 PM
Karaoke Dance Party – Tin Roof: A Live Music Joint | 10:00 PM
🎟️ Events
Paint Louis Patio Party – Idol Wolf at 21c Museum Hotel | 5:00 PM
Trivia Night – The Meaning of Bar at Alamo Drafthouse | 7:00 PM
$10 Wednesday Carnitas & Cornbread Supper – Das Bevo | 5:00 PM
Girls Night Out Group Ride – South Side Cyclery | 6:00 PM
⚾ Sports
St. Louis Cardinals vs. Pittsburgh Pirates – Busch Stadium | 6:45 PM
⛽ Cheapest Gas in the City
$2.68 at Murphy USA | 630 S Truman Blvd, Festus, MO
📜 This Day in History
1576 – Death of Titian: Famed Venetian Renaissance painter Titian, once described as “the sun amidst small stars,” died during a plague outbreak, leaving behind a legacy as one of history’s greatest artists.
2008 – Obama Nominated: Barack Obama became the first African American nominated for the U.S. presidency by a major party at the Democratic National Convention, later going on to win the election.
1859 – First U.S. Oil Well: Edwin Drake struck oil in Titusville, Pennsylvania, drilling the first successful American oil well and sparking the nation’s petroleum industry.
🎂 Famous STL Birthdays – August 27
Kyle Lowder (1980) – American actor known for his roles on daytime soap operas Days of Our Lives and The Bold and the Beautiful.
Alfonso J. Cervantes (1920) – American politician who served as the 40th mayor of St. Louis from 1965 to 1973.
Marshall Rogers (1953) – Retired American professional basketball player who starred at Texas–Pan American before playing briefly in the NBA.
Song of the Day
"Alive" by Pearl Jam
On this day in 1991, Pearl Jam released their debut album Ten. The group’s most commercially successful album, which has sold over 13 million copies, produced three hit singles: Alive, Even Flow, and Jeremy.
National Day's - August 27
🍑 National Peach Day – A juicy celebration of one of summer’s sweetest fruits, enjoyed fresh, baked, or blended into desserts and drinks.
🍮 National Pots de Crème Day – Honors the classic French custard dessert, known for its rich, creamy texture and elegant presentation.
🌼 National Just Because Day – A lighthearted holiday encouraging spontaneity and kindness, giving people a reason to do something fun or thoughtful, just because.