WMOK News Check
Monday – July 25, 2022
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Today – A 50% chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly before 4pm. Cloudy, then gradually becoming mostly sunny, with a high near 88°.
Tonight – A 30% chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly after 4am. Partly cloudy, with a low around 72°.
Tuesday – A 30% chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly sunny, with a high near 92°. Heat index values as high as 106.
Tuesday Night – A 30% chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly cloudy, with a low around 76°.
Today is National Hot Fudge Sunday Day!
All Southernmost Illinois Counties at High Community Transmission Level
The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) reports that as of July 22, according to the CDC, 94 Illinois counties are at High or Medium COVID-19 Community Transmission Levels. Southern 7 Health Department (S7HD) reports that all seven counties located in the Southern 7 region are listed at High Level.
“Residents in these counties are urged to be cautious, especially if they are immunocompromised, have underlying health conditions, or have close contact with someone who is either,” said Shawnna Rhine S7HD Community Outreach Coordinator. “While it’s hard to know how many positive cases there are, High Levels mean cases are rising and local hospitals are being affected. We should all take this seriously.”
COVID-19 vaccines for adults and children age 6 months to age 18 are available at each Southern 7 Public Health Clinic by appointment only. Adults can also get their shot, without an appointment, on the Wellness on Wheels (WOW) Van.
IV medications and oral pills can now be used to treat COVID-19. Talk with a health care provider as soon as possible to see if you are eligible for one of these treatments. You will need a prescription.
To find the Southern 7 Public Health Clinic in your county, visit southern7.org, download the Southern 7 App or call 618-634-2297. For a complete schedule of WOW Van dates in your area, visit Southern 7 Health Department on Facebook or call 618-634-2297 ex. 9161.
Metropolis Man Arrested and Charged with Criminal Trespass to Property
On July 17, 2022 – A Metropolis officer on patrol was flagged down by a citizen who advised that he had 59 year-old Darrell A. McCoy of Metropolis trespassed from his property in the 1000 block of Simmons and that McCoy was currently on the property. The gentleman advised that he wanted McCoy arrested. Officers located McCoy and he was arrested and charged with Criminal Trespass to Property before being lodged in the Massac County Detention Center.
At The River Ministries Community Meal to take place at 5pm with New Location and Other Food Distributions this Week in Massac County
At the River Ministries will host it’s community meal this evening. The meal was scheduled to take place at Fort Massac State Park’s 1912 Pavilion, however on Monday an announcement was made that the location was being changed to the Girl Scout House at 7th street and Highway 45 to accommodate the need for electricity.
Those who wish to attend but need transportation may call 618-638-7561 by 4pm. The First Baptist Church van will make it’s rounds for pick ups – beginning at 4:30pm at Guardian House, followed by Haven House and then Humma Apartments.
On Tuesday from 6-7:30pm the Lighthouse Assembly of God Church Food Pantry will open it’s doors to the community. The Lighthouse Assembly of God Church is located at 670 Airport Road. For more information you can call (618)524-2256.
COPE Food Pantry Distributions take place this week:
– Metropolis Distribution – 1013 North Ave., Metropolis – Mon, Wed, and Fridays 9A-3P – (618)524-3635
– Brookport Distribution – Harry Statham Gym Brookport- Every 2nd & 4th Thursday of the month 9A-12P – (618)524-3635
Upcoming Important Dates for Massac Unit #1 Students:
Tuesday, August 9 – Teacher In-Service
Wednesday, August 10 – Teacher In-Service
Thursday, August 11 – First Day of School for Students
More Upcoming Fundraisers and Events
Local Job Listings
Metropolis Chamber of Commerce – Office Assistant – Send Resume to:
c/o Executive Board ERGE
Metropolis Chamber of Commerce
516 Market Street
Metropolis, Il
The National Weather service has issued a Hazardous Weather Outlook statement for our area. Today and Tonight – Occasional isolated to scattered thunderstorm activity is expected today into tonight. Some of the storms could produce heavy rain. Heat index values will top out around 100 degrees for locations adjacent to the Arkansas and Tennessee borders in southeast Missouri and western Kentucky.
Tuesday through Sunday – Scattered to numerous thunderstorms are expected daily. The primary concerns with storms will be heavy rain, lightning, and isolated gusty winds, with a few strong storms possible mainly in the heat of the day. Heat index values of 105 to 110 are possible throughout southeast Missouri and portions of southern Illinois and western Kentucky near the Mississippi River on Tuesday. The heat index will peak near 105 degrees for parts of southeast Missouri, and adjacent locations in southwest Illinois and southwest Kentucky, Wednesday afternoon.
 
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