Tuesday WMOK News Check Yellow Sheet – Metropolis and Massac County News – 8.27.24

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7:30 PM
Tuesday, August 27, 2024 (CDT)
Sunset in Metropolis, IL

6:22 AM
Wednesday, August 28, 2024 (CDT)
Sunrise in Metropolis, IL

Entries Sought for 2024 Lions Club Labor Day Parade

Contact Maxine Russell at 618-534-3058 or Sammy Jones at 618-559-6085

This Afternoon -Sunny, with a high near 96. Calm wind becoming southwest around 6 mph in the morning.

Tonight – Mostly clear, with a low around 69. Calm wind.

Wednesday – Sunny and hot, with a high near 97. Calm wind becoming west southwest 5 to 7 mph in the morning.

Wednesday Night – Mostly clear, with a low around 70. Calm wind.

Thursday – Sunny and hot, with a high near 99. Light and variable wind.

Thursday Night – Partly cloudy, with a low around 73. Calm wind.

Friday – A 50 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly after 1pm. Mostly sunny, with a high near 94. Calm wind becoming southwest around 6 mph in the morning.

Pt. 4 of 4 – 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 reiterates that the city will be happy to update folks on situations that they’ve brought to the city’s attention however they must know how to reach them.
Officer Roman discusses that the ticket goes to the owner of the property.

WMOK: How many abandoned houses such as this do we have in town and approximately how many homeless people do we estimate to be living in the City of Metropolis?
- Mayor Canada advises “quite a bit” on the homeless population and discusses an area on Old Marion Road known as “Big John/Little John to many at which several have pitched tents. Regarding properties – Mayor Canada estimates 50.
Officer Roman discusses vehicles without tags and inoperable vehicles.
Officer Roman discusses the interaction of squatters with properties and the expected increase as the weather cools.

Progress Update: Happy Hearts Senior Center Taking Shape 4h ago

Rural Health, Inc. Announces Healthcare Scholarship Opportunities for Local Students Jan 28, 2025

Vendors Invited: Bring Your Hidden Treasures to the ultimate treasure hunt at the Spring 2025 Junque Jamboree, Vienna IL Jan 28, 2025

Massac County High Boys Bowling Audio with Asst. Coach Gary Adkins on Saturday's Tournament 1.25 WMOK - Metropolis Jan 27, 2025

Revamping the Courts: Vienna High School Tennis Facilities Get a Much-Needed Upgrade Jan 27, 2025

From Wallpaper to Wonder: The Evolution and Impact of Bubble Wrap on Bubble Wrap Day Jan 27, 2025

Exploring Pioneer History: Ed Annable's Presentation at the Pope County Historical Society Museum Jan 27, 2025

Support the Pell Cemetery Fund Jan 27, 2025

WMOK spoke with Metropolis Public Works director Natalie Harris - She advised that the boil water order has been LIFTED Water Main Break Causes Boil Water Advisory in Metropolis Jan 27, 2025

Metropolis Police Chief Harry Masse Discusses Repeat Offenders, Mental Health Calls, the Safety Act and more 1.22.25 Jan 24, 2025

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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 Haynes – Massac County Mental Health

Wednesday, August 28th – Metropolis Police Chief Harry Masse

The Metropolis Public Library Board of Directors Seeks Applicants Jan 24, 2025

WMOK Cold Weather Round Up December 2024 Jan 22, 2025

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Metropolis Police Chief Harry Masse Discusses Repeat Offenders, Mental Health Calls, the Safety Act and more 1.22.25 Jan 24, 2025

Outstanding Animal Control Items with Metropolis Animal Control Officer John Roman 12.18.24 Jan 23, 2025

Progress Update: Happy Hearts Senior Center Taking Shape 4h ago

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Coming up This 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