Good Morning Mehlville: More Excessive Heat Until Thursday

Good morning, Mehlville!

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• Weather: The National Weather Service has issued another excessive heat warning until Thursday at 7 p.m. Today is supposed to be sunny and hot again with a high around 99. The heat index can reach 107. Does anyone else think this heat is getting, well, excessive? 

• Gas: The Lindbergh and Union Phillips 66 is a cent below the rest at $3.53. Sam's Club, the Buckley Road Mobil and Forder Road Phillips 66 are all at $3.54, according to stlouisgasprices.com.
  
  
• St. Anthony's New Moms Club meets at 10 a.m. today at the Hyland Education and Training Center (10020 Kennerly Road). Bring your baby and share tips about your new addition. 
  
  
• Later today, we'll have a story about an interesting hobby of some of our local policeman as well as our weekly Moms Talk. Join in the conversation at noon as we discuss how many activities are right for your children.
  
  
• Question of the Day: What is your favorite cartoon character? Share in the comments below!