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Weather Alert

.Historically high forecast rainfall amounts will create a
particularly dangerous situation flash flooding and flooding
situation this afternoon through Sunday.

...FLOOD WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH SUNDAY MORNING...

* WHAT...Flash flooding and flooding caused by excessive rainfall is
expected. Preliminary projections of up to 1 foot of total
rainfall over parts of the area is not out of the question.

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

* WHEN...Through Sunday morning.

* IMPACTS...
...This is a particularly dangerous situation...

Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams,
and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Creeks and streams
may rise out of their banks. Low-water crossings may be flooded.
Extensive street flooding and flooding of creeks and rivers are
possible. Flooding may occur in homes, businesses and other
locations not normally subject to flooding. Roadways may wash away
near creeks and culverts.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- Multiple rounds of locally heavy rainfall over several days
will result in extreme forecast amounts of up to 1 foot of
rain that will cause the risk of flash flooding and flooding
to rise markedly and create a particularly dangerous flooding
situation.


PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Monitor later forecasts and be alert for Flash Flood and Flood
Warnings. Be prepared to take action when flooding develops.

&&

Weather Alert

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL MIDNIGHT CDT /1 AM EDT/
TONIGHT...

* WHAT...South winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 55 mph.

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

* WHEN...Until midnight CDT /1 AM EDT/ tonight.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree
limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high
profile vehicles. Use extra caution.

Secure outdoor objects.

&&

Local lounge in Sesser announces relocating

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By Joe Rehana

SESSER, Ill. -- A local lounge announced a transitional period in its operations on Thursday morning. 

The Luna Lounge of Sesser took to Facebook to let residents know their plans coming up.

The news comes as the cannabis lounge works to open a new Dispensary,  in West City, which is scheduled to open next month.

The lounge cites backlash for the lounge's mission as the main reason for the move.

"As most people know, we haven't always been welcomed with open and loving arms by the community we chose to love," wrote the lounge on . "[We] have made some tough decisions to leave our home in Sesser to join a new family that has welcomed us greatly since day one."

Luna Lounge made sure to indicate the hate it faced in Sesser did not come from all sides, though. 

"In the end, I will always appreciate the chance we were given -- the support of the community, specific council and city officials that did have our back. The people who believed in us and didn't judge us as the 'pot place' and nothing more," the post read. 

The City of Sesser's official Facebook page showed support to the Luna Lounge following the announcement. The city shared the lounge's post and commented support on the original post. 

"Your presence in our community has been greatly valued, and your contributions have made a positive impact," read the city's comment. "We wish you continued success and fulfillment in all your future endeavors." 

The lounge says residents should not rule out a return to Sesser in the future. 

"We have some beautiful, amazing plans set forth for us in the future, and we are so excited to share them with you when it's time!" the lounge said. 

The lounge's owner, Momma Luna, concluded the post with a sentiment for the community that gave the lounge a start. 

"I can't even begin to explain the thousands upon thousands of people who have graced the doors of our special little place and can't even put into words how special these humans are," Luna said. "The Luna Family runs so deep that we spend every holiday, special occasion and life experience side by side." 

The lounge plans to open closer to the new dispensary, which is planned to open in September. It is a bit unclear where the lounge will soon call home, but Ash & Ivy will open at 9 Rend Lake Plaza. This will mark Franklin County's first dispensary. 

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