In from the Southern Seven Health Department – On December 5, Ronnie Inman, Southern 7 Health Department Health Sanitarian, for more than 20 years, received the South Chapter Member of the Year Award from the Illinois Environmental Health Association. The IEHA is a state-wide, not-for-profit organization of professionals that strives to maintain and improve the environmental health protection of the public. Members consist of administrators, environmental health practitioners, sanitarians, and technicians employed by governmental agencies, education and health care institutions, and industry. Pictured with Inman is Miranda Adams, S7HD Environmental Health Director.
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WMOK - Metropolis, IL - The Metropolis Public Library has a busy lineup of community events, seasonal programs, and upcoming schedule changes. Whether you are looking for a creative outlet on a rainy afternoon, planning out your family's summer calendar, or tracking holiday operation hours, here is the latest breakdown...
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Trial Date Solidified for 1984 Lisa Carnes Cold Case: George Bradfield to Stand Trial in July on Five Counts
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Massac County High School Class of 1989 Plans Summer Reunion
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Tuesday WMOK Yellow Sheet - May 26, 2026 - Metropolis and Massac County News
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