From the archive: the brief published on Sunday, August 9, 2026.
Dangerous afternoon heat, storms possible after 2 PM
High of 88, low of 78, with heat index values climbing to 103. Light W 2-9 mph holds through midday before any afternoon shift, thick sticky air all day. Storm risk stays modest but builds after 2 PM.
Tonight in town: Second Sunday on King at King St, Queen to Calhoun, 12–5 PM. King Street closes to cars from Queen to Calhoun; shops and restaurants spill out onto the street.