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Animal Cruelty Charges Available in Metropolis For Those Who Don’t Care for their Dogs Properly During Extreme Heat
Metropolis Animal Control Officer John Roman Talks with WMOK
(WMOK) Metropolis, Illinois – Animal Control Officer Warns of Heat-Related Animal Cruelty Charges
Metropolis, IL – As temperatures rise, Animal Control Officer John Roman warns pet owners to prioritize their animals’ needs or face animal cruelty charges. In an interview with WMOK, Roman cautioned against:
– Walking dogs on hot pavement or concrete surfaces
– Leaving pets in cars, even with the engine running
– Driving with unrestrained pets, a violation of the city ordinance.
Metropolis Drugs 1 on East 5th Street in Metropolis
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Happening Saturday, June 29
7A – 12P – Metropolis and Massac County Farmers Market
Vendors may begin setting up at 6am – Check in with Kim Comer or Angie Lockard upon arrival.
7am to Noon – Dorothy Miller Park on East Front Street in Metropolis – the Park with the Lighthouse overlooking the Ohio River!
To vend email MassacFarmersMarket@gmail.com
or message Metropolis and Massac County Farmer Market on Facebook
4P- City of Brookport – Massac County Events – Brookport Gears Up for Annual Fourth of July Celebration on Saturday June 29
(WMOK) Metropolis, IL – The City of Brookport is set to host its annual Fourth of July Celebration on Saturday, June 29, with a fun-filled lineup of events for the whole family.
The festivities will kick off with a parade at 4 p.m., which will make its way from Margrave Street to the park. Residents are encouraged to get creative and decorate their cars or golf carts to participate in the parade. Interested participants should contact Debbie Workman with the Parks & Recreation Committee through Brookport City Hall at 618-564-2351.
Once the parade arrives at the park, attendees can enjoy various activities, including a car show, refreshments, and more.
The celebration will culminate with a fireworks display at 9 p.m. Note that Highway 45 will be closed temporarily as the parade crosses the highway.
The parade lineup will begin at 3 p.m. at Margrave Street. Everyone is welcome to join in the celebration, and the City of Brookport looks forward to seeing you there!
Happening Wednesday, July 3
9A-3P – COPE Metropolis Distribution – 1013 North Ave., Metropolis – Mon, Wed, and Fridays (618)524-3635. Please bring your Photo ID and proof of Massac County residency.
1-3P – DAR – Daughters of the American Revolution – 1st Wednesday of each month – Metropolis Public Library, 317 Metropolis St.
Happening Friday, July 5
9A-3P – COPE Metropolis Distribution – 1013 North Ave., Metropolis – Mon, Wed, and Fridays (618)524-3635. Please bring your Photo ID and proof of Massac County residency.
Metropolis Events – Independence Day Fireworks in the City of Metropolis Scheduled for Friday July 5th – Harrah’s Metropolis to Host Annual Hometown Celebration
(WMOK) Metropolis, IL – Step out into town on Friday, July 5th for Independence Day fireworks in the City of Metropolis—a dazzling fireworks display will be launched at approximately 9:15 PM from the Ohio River.
Come out at 6pm to visit the Harrah’s Metropolis Hometown Celebration leading up to the fireworks display. Admission to the event is just $5, with proceeds benefiting the Back-to-School Supply Giveaway. The Hometown Celebration takes place in the Harrah’s Metropolis parking lot.
This year’s Hometown Celebration promises to be a fun-filled evening for the whole family, with a range of activities and attractions. Kids will enjoy the inflatable games, while adults can indulge in delicious food and drinks provided by El Tequila Taqueria and Dr. Frankfurter’s Concession, featuring their famous Shake-Ups.
The event is proudly sponsored by the Greater Metropolis Convention & Visitors Bureau, the City of Metropolis, IL (Home of Superman), and Harrah’s Metropolis.
Mark your calendars and join in the celebration!
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Metropolis and Massac County Farmers Market Open Saturday from 7am until Noon
(WMOK) Metropolis, IL – The Metropolis and Massac County Farmers Market takes place every Saturday through September 14th at the Dorothy Miller Park on East Front Street in Metropolis.
You’ll find produce, plants, breads and bakery items, hand-crafted items, arts, upcycled clothing, sweets, crafts and creations and more at the Market.
Shop before 7:45am to be entered in the early bird drawing – drawing at 7:45am – Must be present to win.
The organizers of the market have advised WMOK that they have ranged between 12 and 25 vendors each week during the weeks that the market has taken place this season.
The volunteers look to add as many local producers of produce, vegetables, fruits, plants, flowers and other hand-crafted goods as possible.
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