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7:47 PM
Wednesday, August 14, 2024
Sunset in Metropolis, IL
6:12 AM
Thursday, August 15, 2024 (CDT)
Sunrise in Metropolis, IL
This Afternoon -Partly sunny, with a high near 85. Light southeast wind.
Tonight – Mostly clear, with a low around 68. Calm wind.
Thursday – A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly before 1pm. Mostly sunny, with a high near 91. South southwest wind 3 to 8 mph
Thursday Night – A chance of showers and thunderstorms, then showers likely and possibly a thunderstorm after 1am. Partly cloudy, with a low around 72. South southwest wind around 6 mph. Chance of precipitation is 70%.
Friday – A 50 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly sunny, with a high near 92. South wind 6 to 10 mph becoming west in the afternoon.
Friday Night – A chance of showers and thunderstorms before 1am, then a chance of showers between 1am and 4am, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms after 4am. Partly cloudy, with a low around 69. Light west wind. Chance of precipitation is 30%.
Saturday – A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms before 7am, then a slight chance of showers between 7am and 1pm, then a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms after 1pm. Sunny, with a high near 89. Calm wind becoming west northwest 5 to 7 mph in the morning. Chance of precipitation is 20%.
Metropolis City Clean-Up Week Underway Through Friday August 16th
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).
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WMOK Coffee Break
WMOK Coffee Break
Thursday, August 1st – Metropolis Public Library – Director Colby Kennedy
Tuesday, August 6th – Massac County Commissioners
Wednesday, August 7th – Chad Lewis – Harrah’s Metropolis Back to School Bash
Tuesday, August 13th – Massac County Sheriff Chad Kaylor
Wednesday, August 14th – Massac County Unit 1 School Superintendent Jason Hayes
Thursday, August 15th – Metropolis Mayor Don Canada
Tuesday, August 20th – Connect Massac – Tiffany Henry Korte and Kaley McGinnis
Wednesday, August 21st – Metropolis Animal Control and Abatement Officer John Roman
Thursday, August 22nd – Metropolis Fire Chief Micah Tolbert
Tuesday August 27th – Melissa Hayes – Massac County Mental Health
Wednesday, August 28th – Metropolis Police Chief Harry Masse
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Thursday
Each year on August 14, National Navajo Code Talkers Day honors the contributions of the Native Americans who brought their unique abilities to the World War II effort. The day also highlights their impact on U.S. code and the Native American language that made it possible.
Following the 8am WMOK News Check – Metropolis Mayor Don Canada will join us on WMOK’s Coffee Break program to discuss what’s been happening in City Business Since We Last Spoke and more
August 14th is National Social Security Day. It’s also the day in 1935 when President Franklin Delano Roosevelt signed the Social Security Act into law.
What Is Social Security:
- Retirement income: A monthly check that replaces part of a worker’s income when they retire or reduce their hours. Eligibility is based on work history, and most jobs withhold Social Security taxes from paychecks to fund these benefits.
- Disability Insurance (SSDI): Provides financial support to people who are disabled.
- Supplemental Security Income (SSI): For some individuals 65 and older who have limited income and resources.
- Survivors benefits: Helps families when a spouse or parent dies.
12P – The Rotary Club of Metropolis meets every Thursday at Community Christian Church, 1150 Country Club Rd.
Friday, August 16
Friday, August 16
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.
Spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser
Friday, August 16th at 5:30PM
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Saturday, August 17
Saturday, August 17
Stock up on fresh produce, including sweet corn from Mr. Childress and refreshing Missouri watermelons from Mr. Verbarg. Satisfy your sweet tooth with an array of breads, pastries, and treats. Explore the market for beautiful plants, including garden plants, bedding plants, succulents, and tropicals. You’ll also find unique handcrafted items and more.Early Bird Drawing at the Market – Shop before 7:45am to pick up your ticket and enter – drawing is at 7:45am – Must be present to win – The Early Bird Drawing consists of an item from each vendor at the market – baked goods, plants and more
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Via Mail – 339 Fairgrounds Road, Metropolis IL 62960
Sunday, August 18th
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