Today is Thursday – March 17, 2022

Today we expect mostly sunny skies with a high near 73°. Tonight there is a 30% chance of showers, mainly after 5AM, with a low around 53°.

Friday expect showers, with thunderstorms also possible after 1PM and a high near 65°, with gusts as high as 24 mph.

There is a 40% chance of showers and thunderstorms on Friday night before 1AM with a low around 44°. Winds could gust as high as 18 mph.

Today is St. Patrick’s Day!

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The National Weather Service in Paducah has issued a Hazardous Weather Outlook statement for our area. Scattered thunderstorms are forecast across the region on Friday. River flooding will continue on some area rivers. The Flood Warning for our area will end Friday There is a slight risk of severe thunderstorms across much of the area Friday afternoon and early Friday evening. While damaging winds should be the primary hazard, some hail and a few tornadoes will also be possible.

The potential for thunderstorms returns to the area Tuesday and Tuesday night. While lightning and locally heavy rain appear to be the main concerns, strong to severe thunderstorms also cannot be ruled out on Tuesday.

The Metropolis Public Library has some fun, springtime activities for the whole family to enjoy!

Summer Reading Early Bird Registration is Monday, April 11th through Saturday, April 16th. The Metropolis Public Library will have their Spring event on Saturday, April 16th following the community egg hunt – there will be lots of fun including but not limited to Summer Reading registration, Arts and Crafts, and an in-house scavenger hunt. There will also be sidewalk chalk art and the library will be serving hot dogs, chips, popcorn, and sweet treats.

The Metropolis Public Library invites gardeners to check out their new seed library! They have flower, fruit, and vegetable seeds available at the front desk – while supplies last! Beginning gardeners are invited – the librarians would be happy to assist you in checking out gardening books.

The library has also added an in-house full-time bookstore open to the public with Books, DVDs, and Audio Books ranging in price from $1 to $5 the children’s area.

The Rural Pope County Fire Protection District has advised of a training opportunity on Monday night (March 21) at 6pm. Basic pumps class will be held at station 1 at 64 Franks road in Dixon Springs. Please register on Illinois Fire Service Institute website at https://www.fsi.illinois.edu/ If you have questions you can message the Rural Pope county fire protection district. facebook page.

Today is St. Patrick’s Day!

St. Patrick’s Day observes of the death of St. Patrick, the patron saint of Ireland. The holiday has evolved into a celebration of Irish culture with parades, special foods, music, dancing, drinking and a whole lot of green. Patrick’s Day was originally celebrated in Ireland with religious services and feasts in honour of St. Patrick, one of Ireland’s patron saints. When Irish immigrants brought St. Patrick’s Day traditions to the United States, the day evolved into a secular celebration of Irish culture.

Why do we wear green on St Patrick’s day? The tradition started in 1962 with a dye plumbers used to test for leaks in pipes. Now, the city uses a more environmentally friendly powder made from vegetables. The powder is actually orange, and the fact it turns the water green led to the locals calling it “leprechaun dust.”

What do leprechauns have to do with St Patrick’s day? Though only minor figures in Celtic folklore, leprechauns were known for their trickery, which they often used to protect their much-fabled treasure. Leprechauns have their own holiday on May 13, but are also celebrated on St. Patrick’s, with many dressing up as the wily fairies.

NEW YORK (AP) — St. Patrick’s Day celebrations across the country are back after a two-year hiatus, including the nation’s largest in New York City, in a sign of growing hope that the worst of the coronavirus pandemic may be over. The holiday served as a key marker in the outbreak’s progression, with parades celebrating Irish heritage among the first big public events to be called off in 2020. An ominous acceleration in infections quickly cascaded into broad shutdowns.

Upcoming Fundraisers and Events

The Metropolis Elks Lodge #1428The lodge has two events planned for the weekend – Corey Evitts on Friday March 18 and Blake Brown on Saturday March 19. Reuben sandwiches will be served. The new lodge year for the Metropolis Elks Lodge #1428 begins April 1. Members should receive their due notices soon. The Metropolis Elks Lodge has recently welcomed their new officers for the 2022 Lodge year. The lodge wants to offer their sincere gratitude to outgoing two-time Exalted Ruler and two-time Leading Knight, Lance Loftus.

On Saturday, March 19th, from 10 AM until 3 PM Metropolis Businesses will host “Splash of Spring”

SATURDAY: 10 AM – 12 PM

Strollin’ through the Colon Colorectal Cancer Awareness Event – Metropolis Big John

https://www.facebook.com/events/501537454894033/

Join us on Saturday from 10-Noon for Strollin’ Through the Colon

On Saturday, March 26th from 4-7 the 2022 Scholarship Spaghetti Supper sponsored by the Kiwanis and Rotary Clubs of Metropolis will take place at Massac Junior High School. All money raised will go toward scholarships for Massac County and Joppa High School students. Tickets will be available from Kiwanis and Rotary members and at the door. If you have tickets from the 2020 event they will be honored this year.

On March 30th the Southern Seven Health Department Health Screening Event, Wellness of Wheels will take place at the Golconda Golden Circle (10a-12:30p) and Golconda HS Community Room 1:30p-4p) For more information call the Southern Seven Health Department at 618-634-2297 ex 9161

THURSDAY, MARCH 31 AT 6 PM – 7:30 PM
Opioid Medication Virtual Town Hall Meeting

Online event https://www.facebook.com/events/323964766460066/

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Local Job Listings

State of Illinois is hiring for a Child Welfare Specialist – Permanency (Upward Mobility Target Tittle), Day Care Licensing Representative II (UMTT), Day Care Licensing Representative II – Opt SS (UMTT), Child Protection Specialist, Child Protection Specialist – Opt SS. Apply online at https://illinois.jobs2web.com/

Hardee’s is hiring for Openers, Front Line Cashier/Drive Thru Cashier, Assistant Manager. Apply online at https://www.hardees.com/careers

Fresenius Medical Care is hiring for RN’s, Outpatient RN CAP 1 – Med Surg, Outpatient RN CAP 1, Outpatient RN, Patient Care Technician. Apply online at https://jobs.fmcna.com/

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