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...HEAT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM CDT /8 PM EDT/
FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Peak daily heat index values up to around 105 degrees.

* WHERE...All of southern Illinois, southwest Indiana, western
Kentucky, and southeast Missouri.

* WHEN...Until 7 PM CDT /8 PM EDT/ Friday.

* IMPACTS...Prolonged hot temperatures and high humidity may
cause heat illnesses.

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.

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Duck Race in Johnson County raises money for cancer patients

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Duck Race 2024
Heather Treat Memorial

JOHNSON COUNTY, Ill. -- Heather Treat Memorial hosted its annual Duck Race on Sunday to raise money for Cancer patients. 

Now in its 30th year, the event has given over $380,000 to patients in need. By selling rubber ducks to compete in the race, the Heather Treat Memorial raises funds that are divvied up among those who buy a duck. 

The event kicked off at 2:00 p.m. with the release of all ducks on one end of a pond. The first duck to make it to the finish line raised $1,000 for Maddy Rowe. 

Second place went to the final duck to cross the line. J. Street received $500.

The individuals who sold the winning ducks each received $250. 

Final numbers on money raised and winning contestants will be released soon. 

A of the event is available on the Heather Treat Memorial Facebook Page. 

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