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    ...HEAT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM NOON SATURDAY TO 8 PM CDT MONDAY...
    Effective: June 21, 2025 @ 12:00pm
    Expires: June 23, 2025 @ 8:00pm
    WHAT
    Peak afternoon heat indices around 105 degrees expected.
    WHERE
    Portions of north central, northwest, and west central Illinois, east central, northeast, and southeast Iowa, and northeast Missouri.
    WHEN
    From noon Saturday to 8 PM CDT Monday.
    IMPACTS
    Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses.
    ADDITIONAL DETAILS
    Heat impacts will be worsened by several consecutive days of sweltering temperatures. Additionally, there will be little relief overnight with near record warm lows forecast in the mid to upper 70s.
    PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS
    Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Take extra precautions when outside. Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing. Try to limit strenuous activities to early morning or evening. Take action when you see symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke.

Rock Island Artists’ Market for August on August 13th

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The Rock Island Artists’ Market is this Sunday, August 13th, from 12 to 5 PM in the parking lot of Skeleton Key Art and Antiques, 520 18th Street. The market is held on the second Sunday of each month from June through October. In addition to a variety of incredible artists, shoppers will enjoy live music by local musician Roger Carlson. This outdoor event is free to the public and family friendly.

Applications are now closed for the August market but artists interested in future markets can find more information and the application form under the “Rock Island Artists’ Market” tab on Skeleton Key’s website, www.skeletonkeyqc.com, or in person during regular store hours. More information can be found on the Rock Island Artists’ Market Facebook page or in person at Skeleton Key Art and Antiques.

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