SUMMARY: Red, White & Blue in the Loo is a community event happening July 3rd and 4th at the Monroe County Fairgrounds in Waterloo to celebrate Independence Day and support local charities. Activities include live music, autocross, a mechanical bull, axe throwing, a silent disco, art and craft vendors, food stalls, and family fun like Bubble Jungle and a real-life dinosaur exhibit. Proceeds benefit the Violence Prevention Center of Southwestern Illinois and the JB Patriot Pantry food drive supporting local survivors of domestic violence and food insecurity. Tickets are $25, with discounts available online at redwhiteandblueintheloo.com. Families and kids are welcome.

For more information, visit redwhiteandblueintheloo.com

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SUMMARY: Heat-related illnesses are increasing due to rising heat and humidity. Dr. Roseanna Hog of St. Louis University explains heat exhaustion and heat stroke: exhaustion includes muscle cramps, dizziness, nausea, and vomiting, while heat stroke involves dangerously high body temperatures, loss of sweating, and possible unconsciousness. Vulnerable groups include children, those over 65, pregnant women, individuals with mental illness, and those with existing health conditions. Prevention tips include scheduling outdoor activities in cooler hours, wearing lightweight fabrics, and staying well-hydrated—about 8 cups of water daily, avoiding excessive caffeine. If symptoms appear, move the person to a cool place, remove excess clothing, use cool compresses, and seek emergency help if consciousness is lost.

Dr. Farzana Hoque, a hospitalist and associate professor at Saint Louis University School of Medicine, joined us this morning to discuss the increasing cases of heat-related illnesses.

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SUMMARY: Chris Smith survived a deadly shooting on a first date in Farmersville, Illinois, right before Thanksgiving 2021. Shot in the head by Leslie Reeves’s ex-boyfriend, Robert Tar, Smith was left paralyzed on his left side and in a coma for three months. Despite multiple strokes and brain surgery, he made a remarkable recovery through modern medicine and personal determination. Now, over three years later, Smith inspires others as a singer-songwriter and author of *My Fatal First Date*. He dedicates his life to helping stroke, TBI, and domestic violence survivors, sharing hope and resilience worldwide.

Chris Smith was shot in the head while on a first date in 2021. Now, more than three years later, he’s sharing his story of strength and touching thousands through his new book, ‘My Fatal First Date.’

See the full story here: https://www.ksdk.com/article/news/local/my-fatal-first-date-chris-smith-survivor-story/63-e54fbfac-fdd1-4a39-9876-47af871aac91
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