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National Department Store Day

National Department Store Day, celebrated every year on October 16, honors the significance and impact of department stores in the country. Department stores are commercial retail establishments that sell to customers directly. Unlike normal retail outlets, department stores classify and display a broad array of products as per department. For example, a department store will have separate sections or departments dedicated to fashion, furniture, appliances, foodstuffs, and so on. These stores fuel and support the American economy.

Learn more about this and other holidays at National Today

Extensive Car Chase Fills Metropolis with Sirens on Monday Morning

(Updated 10.17.23 6am) (WMOK) Metropolis, IL – WMOK spoke with Metropolis Police Chief Harry Masse regarding a chase that took place throughout parts of Metropolis on Monday morning with speeds reported via scanner traffic as high as 60mph.

The event began when the Massac County Sheriff’s Office received a call of a domestic on US 45. While attempting to locate – the subject was located by Metropolis Officers in Fort Massac State Park at which time they initiated a stop.

The subject fled through Metropolis at excessive rates of speed – 12th street, 8th street, 6th street – the scanner traffic advising of location was so rapid that we could not have possibly updated it on Faceb00k here in the WMOK newsroom. We quickly went to live updates on air and advised motorists in Metropolis to pull off of the street and park until the danger had ended.

Chief Masse advised that the fact that they did not know if the passenger was being held against their will created great urgency in stopping the vehicle.

The car chase ended at 3rd and Pearl streets when a Metropolis squad struck the rear of the van which forced it into the curb causing tire damage.

The subject then fled on foot and was caught after being tased.

Jeffrey Blevins,28, Clarksville TN was charged with aggressive fleeing and eluding, aggravated reckless driving and suspended driver’s license.

Chief Masse told WMOK that Blevins was wanted on a parole violation warrant out of Kentucky for a drug charge as well.

WMOK followed up with Massac County Sheriff Chad Kaylor late Monday afternoon and he confirmed that Blevins remains in custody on a Kentucky warrant.

Scheduled Water Outage in Cedar Lane Subdivision Tuesday

(WMOK) Metropolis, IL –

WMOK has received word that the water will be shut off on Tuesday, October 17, 2023 at 9:30A for approximately one hour in the Cedar Lane Subdivision in Metropolis, IL.

Once water service is restored, a BOIL WATER ORDER will be in place for all customers affected until further notice. Immediately after receiving satisfactory sample results, the BOIL WATER ORDER will be lifted and the customers notified.

The reason for water to be turned off is to perform water line maintenance.

Join Metropolis Police Department for National Drug Take Back Day

(WMOK) Metropolis, IL –

National Drug Take Back Day is scheduled for Saturday, October 28, 2023, and your Metropolis Police Department is proud to host this important event.

In collaboration with the Massac County Drug Awareness Coalition (McDAC), Representative Patrick Windhorst, and Senator David Fowler, we aim to address the pressing public safety and health concerns associated with unused medications in households.

Leaving medicines unused for extended periods can make them susceptible to misuse and abuse.

To combat this issue, we encourage you to bring your unused medication to the front lobby of the Metropolis Police Department at 1020 Broadway St., Metropolis, IL.

Our dedicated team will be available from 10 am to 2 pm to receive your medications and ensure their safe disposal through incineration.

By participating in National Drug Take Back Day, you contribute to the well-being of our community.

Together, we can prevent accidental ingestion, abuse, and environmental harm caused by improper medication disposal.

Join us on October 28th and help make our neighborhoods safer.

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National Historic Marker Day - Last Friday in April Yearly

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Three Warrant Arrests in the Metropolis Police Department Arrest Blotter

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Thursday WMOK News Check "Yellow Sheet" - 4.24.25 WMOK - Metropolis and Massac County News

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Happy Hearts Senior Center Announces Delay in Reopening - WMOK - Metropolis, IL

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Traffic Stop Leads to Drug Charges After K9 Unit Detects Methamphetamine - Metropolis Police Department Arrest Blotter

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Metropolis Masonic Lodge #91

Meat and Freezer Raffle - Drawing December 4, 2023

The Metropolis Masonic Lodge #91 is holding a meat and freezer raffle fundraiser.

Tickets are $10 each and may be purchase from:

Metropolis Police Chief Harry Masse

Cody at A-1 Automotive

Brad at Brad’s Auto Body

The drawing will be held on December 4, 2023.

New Location Coming: Happy Hearts Senior Center Relocates to 7th and Pearl Streets - No Food Service This Week - WMOK Metropolis IL

WMOK (Metropolis, IL) - WMOK is in touch with Bettie Stoner at Happy Hearts Senior Center regarding what patrons need to be aware of as the move takes place to the new location this week. Happy Hearts will be closed this week through Friday to facilitate the move to the new location at 7th and Pearl Streets in Metropol...

Apr 21, 2025

Dan Huffman of Kiwanis Speaks with WMOK on the Importance of Younger Generations in Local Service Clubs - 3.27.25

WMOK (Metropolis, IL) - Dan Huffman of the Metropolis Kiwanis club joined WMOK for Coffee Break last week to discuss the Scholarship Spaghetti Supper that took place on Saturday evening at Massac County Junior High. During our visit, we discussed the importance of younger generations joining local service clubs. Younge...

Mar 31, 2025

Kiwanis Scholarship Spaghetti Supper Tomorrow Night - Saturday March 29th - WMOK Talks with Dan Huffman

Mar 28, 2025

Dan Huffman Full Coffee Break 3.27.25 WMOK - Metropolis

Mar 28, 2025

Give-Back at the Pump: Massac Memorial Hospital Auxiliary

(WMOK) Metropolis, IL - In March, local residents have a unique opportunity to support their community while filling up their tanks. Acee's Food & Fuel, located at 2105 E. 5th St. in Metropolis, is partnering with the Massac Memorial Hospital Auxiliary for a special fundraiser. Throughout the month, customers who r...

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Monday thru Friday

Domestic Violence Awareness and Prevention Month:

Read more here on identifying an abusive relationship

If you’re in need of a pathway to exit an abusive relationship please contact
Massac County Guardian Family Services at
618-524-4357 (24⁄7)

WMOK Community Events Listing

How to Submit Your Event:

Via email to WMOKnews@frontier.com with the words “upcoming event” in the subject line

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Via Walk-In – Lobby Hours 8am to 10:30 or by appointment (text 618-524-9209)

Via Mail – 339 Fairgrounds Road, Metropolis IL 62960

Monday, October 16

1:15 – 6:15P – Joppa-Maple Grove Unit School District #38‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎ – Student Council Fall Blood Drive 2023 – JHS Cafeteria – 911 Joppa North Ave

6-7P – Join the Metropolis American Legion Auxiliary-Overton P. Morris Post 306 for a fun-filled night! There will be door prizes, finger foods, and a chance to catch up with friends! The American Legion Post 306 is located at 321 Market St. Please RSVP before October 9. To RSVP, call Wanda Frye at (270) 331- 6160.

Caring For You and About You Since 1975

Tuesday, October 17

The Kiwanis Club of Metropolis meets every Tuesday at noon at St. Paul Lutheran Church, 520 Ferry Street in Metropolis

The Metropolis Elks Lodge monthly meetings take place the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month. Except July, August and December only the 1st Tuesday. Members only can attend. Applications can be picked up at the Lodge or from a member.

Wednesday, October 18

8A – Massac County Drug Awareness Coalition Meeting will take place at Metropolis City Hall

9-11A – Plant a Row, Watch COPE Grow – Food Donation Garden Stewardship Days First and Third Wednesdays – Volunteers Needed

9a – 3p – COPE Food Pantry takes place in Metropolis today and every Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 1013 North Avenue – please bring your photo ID and proof of Massac County residency.

5-7P – Trinity Tree of Life Food Pantry 605 Metropolis St (Every Wednesday)

Thursday, October 19

The Rotary Club of Metropolis meets every Thursdays at 12P in Community Christian Church, 1150 Country Club Rd.

5-8P – Joppa-Maple Grove Unit School District 38 – Joppa Spirit Night (Fall Festival)

Friday, October 20

9a – 3p – COPE Food Pantry takes place in Metropolis today and every Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 1013 North Avenue – please bring your photo ID and proof of Massac County residency.

9:30A – 2P – Encampment School Day program, where volunteer re-enactors give presentations on the history of the area. They recommend that buses arrive at 9am. The program will start at 9:30am and end at 2:00pm. Each group leader or teacher will be given a schedule for the day and is responsible for their group. Students may arrive after 9:30am and leave before 2:00pm if needed.

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Fort Massac Encampment – // Oct 21-22 // Metropolis, IL

Saturday, October 21

10A – 5P – Fort Massac Encampment – History comes to life in the park.

8P – Fireworks begin at Fort Massac State Park

Sunday, October 22

9A – 4:30P – Fort Massac Encampment Step back into life of the late 1700’s as you see the sights, taste the foods, hear the music and experience the battle.

Brookport Church of God- Spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser: Sun, Oct 22nd following service in the Fellowship Hall

4:30P – Miss Metropolis Scholarship Competition – Metropolis Community Center, 900 W. 10th St. Tickets are $15 in advance or $18 at the door. Tickets are available through any contestant, executive director Sandy Farmer at (618) 645-0363 or co-director Leesa Foster at (618) 638-6507.

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Monday, October 23

9a – 3p – COPE Food Pantry takes place in Metropolis today and every Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 1013 North Avenue – please bring your photo ID and proof of Massac County residency.

5P – At the River Ministries Monthly Community Dinner at the Metropolis Community Center, 900 W. 10th St. Held the fourth Monday of the month.

6:30pm– Massac Unit #1 – Regular School Board Meeting

7P – Metropolis City Council Meeting – Metropolis City Hall

Save the Date

Sunday, November 5, 2023

Clocks will “fall back” one hour at 2 a.m. local time on Sunday, November 5, 2023.

Saturday, November 11 – Veterans Day

Monday, November 13 – Friday, November 17

City of Metropolis Clean Up Week – All items must be at your normal pick up place and within 5 feet of the trash container. All Items should be bagged or contained – anything loose should be bundled so that it can be handled by one employee. Lumber will be picked up in small amounts only and must be stacked in 3’x3′ rolls. Carpet and padding must also be rolled in no larger than 3’x3′ rolls. Items that will not be picked up include: electronics, appliances, yard waste, hazardous or medical waste, construction and demolition debris, tires, batteries and paint cans (unless empty and dry).

Friday, November 17 5:30P

Massac Memorial Hospital Foundation Christmas Dueling Pianos – featuring Steve Heisner and John Windings at Shawnee Community College. Tickets are $30 until Nov 3rd. Silent Auction & Appetizers will start at 5:30 and event at 7:00pm. You may purchase tickets via the website or by calling Robbin McDaniel at 618-524-2176 x3113. Tickets can be purchase after Nov.3rd and at the door for $35

Thursday, November 23 – Thanksgiving

Friday, November 24 – Black Friday

Saturday, November 25 – Small Business Saturday

The Massac County Farm Bureau Farmers Market Has Ended for the 2023 Season

... But you can still find our farmers locally until their season ends

(WMOK) Metropolis, IL – The Massac County Farm Bureau officially ended the weekly Farmers Market at Dorothy Miller Park in late September – however local farmers will continue to make their produce available to the community until their growing season ends.

A popular spot for Massac County farmers to make their good available to the community is what many know as the “former Clark School lot” on East 5th Street.

Mr. Verbarg has told WMOK that he will set up on that lot throughout the end of his growing season. He currently has apples as well as other produce and recently told WMOK that he will soon have turnips.

All Massac County farmers are invited to let us know at WMOK what produce you have available and when/where your goods will be available.

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Illinois and Beyond

Celebrate National Park Week 2025: Discover the Beauty of America's Natural Treasures #NationalParkWeek

WMOK (Metropolis, IL) - National Park Week 2025 promises to be an exciting celebration of America's natural beauty, heritage, and culture. Scheduled for April 18-26, this annual event invites individuals and families to explore the breathtaking landscapes and unique ecosystems found in national parks across the country...

Apr 22, 2025

Exploring Illinois' Rich Heritage: A Mobile Exhibit on Precolonial Communities Apr 16, 2025

Intellectual and developmental disability services brace for potential Medicaid cuts Apr 01, 2025

LIHEAP Program Available to Assist Southernmost Illinois Residents with Heating Expenses

The Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) helps eligible low-income households pay for home energy services (primarily heating during winter months).

Energy costs can place severe and continuing stress on a family’s budget. In some instances, households are forced to make painful decisions regarding which bills to pay and which necessities to survive without.

Illinois residents with a household income that does not exceed an amount determined annually by the Department of Commerce are eligible.

Annual eligibility levels are determined based on available funding and may not exceed 200% of the federal nonfarm poverty level.

No, an ‘air vaccine’ tied to Bill Gates was not approved for use on non-consenting people

CLAIM: Bill Gates obtained approval for an “air vaccine” that will be administered without people’s approval.

AP’S ASSESSMENT: False. A website known for spreading misinformation is misrepresenting a Yale University study that tested an inhalable COVID vaccine on mice, one of the co-authors told The Associated Press. It was not tested on humans, nor funded by Gates. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has not approved such a COVID vaccine for public use in the U.S., and an agency spokesperson said informed consent would be required for any clinical research on people.

THE FACTS: Posts spreading on social media platforms in both English and Spanish in recent days falsely suggest the government has given a green light for the billionaire and philanthropist to vaccinate unwitting citizens from the sky.

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Police search for 4 Georgia inmates who escaped from jail

(NewsNation) — Authorities are asking for help after four inmates escaped from a Georgia detention center, NewsNation affiliate WRBL reported.

The inmates escaped through a damaged day room window and cut a fence as a blue Dodge Challenger pulled up to aid in the escape around 3:00 a.m. Monday, according to the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office.

The inmates were being held on a variety of charges.

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Generation Gap

Reese’s $25,000 promotion may violate sweepstakes laws

Reese’s may be in violation of state and federal laws with its new sweepstakes offer currently advertised on packs of peanut butter cups.

The promotion on two-cup packages reads “You could win $25,000” and, in smaller print, “See details inside.” But only after consumers have bought and opened a package can they see the small print: no purchase is necessary to enter the sweepstakes.

The Reese’s contest was first reported Monday by Edgar Dworsky, a consumer advocate and former assistant attorney general in Massachusetts, who runs the Consumer World website.

Taylor Swift’s ‘The Eras Tour’ dances to No. 1 at the box office, eyeing ‘Joker’ film record

Movie theaters turned into concert venues this weekend as Swifties brought their dance moves and friendship bracelets to multiplexes across the country. The unparalleled enthusiasm helped propel “Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour” to a massive, first place debut between $95 million and $97 million in North America, AMC Theatres said Sunday.

Happy Hearts
Technology Time
with WMOK

To all of our Happy Hearts learners – we want you to keep working on this daily routine of texting. Also – Continue to write down any questions that you have about your phone so that we can assist you with those when we meet at happy hearts on October 25th.

What happens to your body when you sneeze?

(WHTM) – Everyone has experienced a sneeze — whether it’s from allergies, an illness or just a random one that seemed to appear out of nowhere. But have you ever wondered what happens to your body during that split-second sneeze?

A sneeze, by definition, is a sudden, forceful, uncontrolled burst of air through the nose and mouth.

According to the Library of Congress, a sneeze begins with a sensation similar to a tickle inside the nerve endings of your nose. These nerve endings send a signal to your brain to tell it that it needs to get rid of something that is irritating the lining of the nose.

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Suzanne Somers, of ‘Three’s Company,’ dies at 76

Suzanne Somers, the effervescent blonde actor known for playing Chrissy Snow on the television show “Three’s Company” and who became an entrepreneur and New York Times best-selling author, has died. She was 76.

Somers had breast cancer for over 23 years and died Sunday morning, her family said in a statement provided by her longtime publicist, R. Couri Hay. Her husband Alan Hamel, her son Bruce and other immediate family were with her in Palm Springs, California.

“Her family was gathered to celebrate her 77th birthday on October 16th,” the statement read. “Instead, they will celebrate her extraordinary life, and want to thank her millions of fans and followers who loved her dearly.”

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In from the Old Farmer's Almanac

Overwintering Rosemary: Growing Rosemary Indoors - How to Keep Rosemary Alive During the Winter

Find out how to overwinter rosemary and grow rosemary indoors to keep this wonderful herb growing all year!

A reader’s question about overwintering rosemary reminded me that it was something I wanted to write about. I have had mixed results with rosemary plants over the years, but after killing a few I think I have finally gotten it right.

Every fall, at least one person heading south for the winter will come to me with plants that they can’t bear to let die. I am a sucker for a beautiful plant, so if I have the room I usually say yes. I have gotten some remarkable plants that way—jasmine, streptocarpella, orchids, geraniums, begonias, and rosemary.

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Treat yourself to Aunt Bee’s Apple Pie—a delightful blend of creamy crust, juicy sliced apples, and a hint of cinnamon. Indulge in this heavenly dessert that’s sure to satisfy your sweet cravings.

Here’s the recipe:

Aunt Bee’s Apple Pie Recipe:

– ½ cup butter or margarine

– 4 ounces cream cheese

– 2 cups all-purpose flour

– 2½ cups sliced apples

– 1 cup sugar

– ⅓ cup orange juice

– 2 tablespoons honey

– ½ teaspoon cinnamon

– 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour

– ½ cup butter or margarine

Instructions:

1. In a large bowl, combine ½ cup of butter and cream cheese. Let them come to room temperature.

2. Add 2 cups of flour and blend well. Chill the dough.

3. Roll out half of the dough and place it in a 9-inch pie plate. Reserve the remaining dough for the top crust.

4. In a saucepan, combine the sliced apples, sugar, orange juice, honey, cinnamon, 1 tablespoon of flour, and ½ cup of butter. Bring the mixture to a boil.

5. Pour the apple mixture into the crust.

6. Roll out the remaining crust and place it over the filling. Cut slits in the top crust to allow steam to escape.

7. Bake in a preheated 350°F oven for 45 minutes.

8. Serve warm and enjoy this scrumptious Aunt Bee’s Apple Pie!

Serves 6 to 8. Happy baking!

WMOK School and Sports News

Fort Massac State Park has advised of the FORT MASSAC ENCAMPMENT SCHOOL DAY PROGRAM

First publishing – 9/5/23 – (WMOK) Metropolis, IL – Each year Fort Massac State Park hosts the “Grand Encampment”, a celebration of Fort Massac and America’s rich history. The Encampment focuses on the time period from the French and Indian war to the early 1800’s. Our Encampment School Day program, where volunteer re-enactors give presentations on the history of the area, will be held on Friday, October 20, 2023.

We recommend that buses arrive at 9am. The program will start at 9:30am and end at 2:00pm. Each group leader or teacher will be given a schedule for the day and is responsible for their group. Students may arrive after 9:30am and leave before 2:00pm if needed.

Merchants sell period items on a limited basis. Students are given an opportunity to go through the merchant’s row during their lunch period. There will be limited food vendors open on Friday.

Students should bring a sack lunch and enjoy lunch at the picnic tables in the food court or on the park grounds. Lunch break period will be 11:00am to Noon for students and re-enactors.

To ensure your school/homeschool can be included in the school day program, please register via email to sheryl.durham@illinois.gov or call Fort Massac State Park at 618- 524-4712 if you have further questions. When registering, please include teacher’s name, address, phone number, school contact person, email address, number of students and grade level. Also, please let us know of any special needs.

Although registration is not required to attend, we prefer that you please register on or before October 18, 2023.

You will receive a schedule when you arrive at the Visitor Center. Each station will be marked in front and will be on the map that you receive. Feel free to visit all of the stations. If a station is occupied, please move to one that is open and return later.

NOTE: ALL buses MUST enter the park through the marked entrance. Buses will be parked in a designated area at the Fairgrounds AFTER dropping off students.

ATTENTION

Buses will be allowed to drop off Teachers and Students at the main event area and then buses will be required to proceed to the designated parking area at the Fairgrounds. No buses will be allowed to park at any other location within the park.

It is recommended that all students bring their own lunch and keep within their backpacks Some food vendors will have food available to purchase.

If the school will be providing school lunches for all students, they will need to make arrangements to have those lunches brought to the food vendor location.

Teachers will be responsible for loading items back on the bus at the end of the day. Please DOUBLE CHECK your lunch area to verify that you have all lunch boxes, jackets, etc that students may have forgotten to pick up.

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Massac County Lady Patriot Volleyball

SENIOR NIGHT for the Lady Patriots volleyball team is tonight as they host the A-J Wildcats in their final regular season home game of the year. The freshmen match will start things off at 5:00pm

Massac County Cross Country

MCHS Cross Country enters the final week of the regular season hosting the Patriots Classic this afternoon at Massac County HS. Girls race begins at 4:00pm followed by the boys race at 4:30pm