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Thursday WMOK News Check Yellow Sheet – Metropolis and Massac County News – August 22, 2024

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Thursday WMOK News Check Yellow Sheet - Metropolis and Massac County News - August 22, 2024


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7:38 PM
Thursday, August 22, 2024 (CDT)
Sunset in Metropolis, IL

6:19 AM
Friday, August 23, 2024 (CDT)
Sunrise in Metropolis, IL

This Afternoon -Sunny, with a high near 83. East northeast wind 3 to 7 mph.

Tonight – Mostly clear, with a low around 62. Light east wind.

Friday – Sunny, with a high near 89. Calm wind becoming south southeast around 5 mph in the morning.

Friday Night – Partly cloudy, with a low around 67. Calm wind.

Saturday – Mostly sunny, with a high near 90. Calm wind becoming south southwest around 6 mph in the morning.

Saturday Night – Partly cloudy, with a low around 68. Calm wind.

Sunday – Sunny, with a high near 92. Calm wind becoming south southwest around 5 mph in the afternoon.

Pt. 1 – Mayor Canada And Abatement Officer Roman Discuss Abandoned And Dilapidated Properties 8.15.24 WMOK – Metropolis

(WMOK) Metropolis, IL – Metropolis Mayor Canada and Metropolis Animal Control Officer John Roman joined us recently to discuss the condition of some properties in town and what’s being done to improve the landscape.

  • Mayor Canada: If a resident calls in a complaint on a property and wants follow-up information after the city looks into the situation they must leave contact information rather than call anonymously.
  • Officer Roman: Neighbor Disputes often play a role.
  • Officer Roman: Process of Abatements

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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 Haynes – Massac County Mental Health

Wednesday, August 28th – Metropolis Police Chief Harry Masse

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Thursday and Friday

 Thursday, August 22

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

7P – Cancer Fundraiser Gospel – the 31st annual Cancer Benefit Thursday, at First Methodist Church in Metropolis. Featured group this year will be a return visit from 2023  by The Tribute Quartet from Nashville, Tenn. Tribute is back this year by popular demand!! This is a FREE CONCERT, an offering will be taken that evening for The American Cancer Society to benefit CANCER RESEARCH.


Friday, August 23

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.

 

11A-3P – Massac County Drug Awareness Coalition – FREE Laundry Event – Super Suds Coin Laundry, 5th St. Metropolis – Come wash up to 3 loads of laundry on MCDAC


Saturday

 Saturday, August 24

 

7A – 12P – Metropolis and Massac County Farmers Market – Dorothy Miller Park on East Front Street in Metropolis – the Park with the Lighthouse overlooking the Ohio River!

The Market offers a wide variety of goodies to start your weekend off right. Located at Dorothy Miller Park on East Front Street, the market boasts stunning views of the Ohio River.

Stock up on fresh produce. 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.

For more information on vending, message the Metropolis and Massac County Farmers Market Facebook Page 

Coming up Next Week

Monday, August 26

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.

7-8P – City of Metropolis City Council Meeting – Metropolis City Hall 106 W. 5th St.  – Upstairs  – City Council occurs on the 2nd and 4th Mondays of each month


 Tuesday, August 27

Storytime every Tuesday from 10:30-11:30 am at the Metropolis Public Library! No registration is required, and all ages are welcome! We will be having a story, craft and snack.

 

12P – The Kiwanis Club of Metropolis meets every Tuesday at St. Paul Lutheran Church, 520 Ferry Street in Metropolis

Mark your calendars for Tuesday, August 27th from 5-7pm for the Ribbon Cutting, Open House and Metropolis Chamber of Commerce Mix and Mingle for the Massac Memorial Therapy Services. Ribbon cutting will start at 5pm and join us to tour our new therapy department, enjoy finger foods and drinks. This event is open to the public! We hope to see you there to celebrate our new location!

Coming up Next Week

Wednesday, August 28

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.

 


Thursday, August 29

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

6:30P – Extension Facilities Annual Meeting- Held at the Massac County Extension Office


Friday, August 30

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.

In September::

Saturday, September 14

 

5-9P – 1st Annual Super Fast and Furries Car Cruise. All proceeds will go to the Project Hope Humane Society a no-kill animal shelter. Please join in supporting this awesome event. There will be a photographer, dj and door prizes.

 

 

 

 


Tickets for the Massac Memorial Hospital Foundation fundraiser is still available. Tickets can be purchased by the QR code, on our website at www.massachealth.org or by calling Robbin McDaniel at 618-524-2176 ext 3113

In October::

Saturday, October 5

 

Saturday, October 26

 

 

Massac County School and Sports News

(WMOK) Metropolis, IL –

Massac County Football Begins on Friday August 30th on the Road

(WMOK) Metropolis, IL – Tonight is the night! Join Massac County High School Athletics in the gym as they introduce cheer, band, and all of their Fall Sports teams while getting to see the volleyball team scrimmage. Concessions will be available, free admission, and a night to celebrate the RED, WHITE, and BLUE…LET’S GO PATRIOTS!!!

Massac County Football Begins on Friday August 30th on the Road

(WMOK) Metropolis, IL –

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