Today is Tuesday – March 15, 2022

Today will be mostly sunny with a high around 68°and overnight low near 46°.

Sunny skies tomorrow with a high of 69° and an overnight low around 47°.

Today is Ides of March!

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Improvements Coming to Fruition in Metropolis Ahead of 44th Superman Celebration

Metropolis has welcomed countless Superman Fans from around the world to this event for going on 44 years! What started as a 1 day event for the local community, has grown over the years to a 3 day event that has attracted the attention of media and people from around the world. There is also the fun of games and entertainment including a carnival and costume contest throughout the weekend.  This year’s celebration will take place  Friday, June 10th through Sunday, June 12th.

The Rotary Club hosts its annual car show and Kiwanis Club holds a Super Bike Trek to raise money for local student scholarships. The United Way hosts a road race to raise money for their organization during the Celebration as well. Many other organizations also hold events that serve as fundraisers to give back to the Metropolis community throughout the year.

At this year’s Superman Celebration – Tom Welling and Michael Rosenbaum present Smallville Nights! One incredible night of fun! Tom and Michael will take the stage and will be reenacting scenes from Smallville. To purchase tickets visit supermancelebration.net or call the Metropolis Chamber of Commerce at (618) 524-2714. Tickets will also be available at the door.

The MSC welcomes George Newbern, “the voice of Clark Kent/Superman” to the Superman Celebration this year! Bluff City Bat will be appearing all 3 Super Days in Metropolis.

Metropolis Mayor Don Canada told WMOK recently that the new parking area in Uptown Metropolis is on schedule to be completed in time for this year’s celebration.  The engineering firm advised the Mayor that they have recently begun the bidding process of excavating and clearing the lot and laying the surface.

Also expected to be in place in time for the Superman Celebration the brickwork surround the Superman Statue Project.  This has been funded by the Metropolis Superman Statue Project and the deadline to order engraved bricks which will be placed around the Superman Statue is April 10th.  The Metropolis Superman Statue Project closes at this time so that brickwork can be completed by this years’ Metropolis Superman Celebration, June 10-12

Engraved Bricks are $100 each with up to 3 lines – 13 characters per line

For more information contact the Metropolis Chamber of Commerce at (618) 524-2714.

To order your engraved brick call Metropolis Chamber at (618)524-2714 , order directly here or email office@metropolischamber.com

Dolly Parton has announced she is pulling out of this year’s nominations for the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, saying she hasn’t “earned that right.”

The music icon who has been elected into the Country Music Hall of Fame explained her decision in a statement posted on her official social media pages Monday, noting she did not want to take votes away from the remaining nominees.

“Even though I am extremely flattered and grateful to be nominated for the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, I don’t feel that I have earned that right. I really do not want votes to be split because of me, so I must respectfully bow out,” she wrote. Other artists who have made both the Rock Hall and Country Hall of Fame include Brenda Lee, Johnny Cash, Elvis Presley, Chet Atkins, Hank Williams and the Everly Brothers

Today is Ides of March 

You’ve probably heard the soothsayer’s warning to Julius Caesar in William Shakespeare’s play of the same name: “Beware the Ides of March.” Not only did Shakespeare’s words stick, they branded the phrase—and the date, March 15—with a dark and gloomy connotation. It’s likely that many people who use the phrase today don’t know its true origin. In fact, just about every pop culture reference to the Ides—save for those appearing in actual history-based books, movies or television specials—makes it seem like the day itself is cursed.

But the Ides of March actually has a non-threatening history. Kalends, Nones and Ides were ancient markers used to reference dates in relation to lunar phases. Ides simply referred to the first new moon of a given month, which usually fell between the 13th and 15th. In fact, the Ides of March once signified the new year, which meant celebrations and rejoicing. Yet when heroes in movies, books and television shows are faced with the Ides of March, it’s always a bad omen. Several television shows have had episodes named “The Ides of March.” And it’s never good news.

Upcoming Fundraisers and Events

On Wednesdays and Saturdays from 7 – 8P – Steel Strong group of NA group meetings are held. The meetings take place downstairs at the Metropolis Public Library, located at 317 Metropolis St. For more information call (618)524-4312.

The next Metropolis Community High School All School Reunion will be held on Saturday, September 24, 2022, at Walker Hall in Paducah, KY. They will be sending out invitations in April 2022.
In July 2000, the 1st Metropolis Community High School reunion was held for the classes of 1965 thru 1975. The 2nd five-year reunion was represented by classes from 1938 thru 1984 and the 3rd was open to everyone who had attended the old Metropolis Community High School. All the reunions have proven to be enjoyable events with many of the former students asking for repeat performances more frequently.

Upcoming Events from the Southern Seven Health Department:

• SATURDAY AT 10 AM – 12 PM – Strollin’ through the Colon Colorectal Cancer Awareness Event – Metropolis Big John
  https://www.facebook.com/events/501537454894033/
• WEDNESDAY, MARCH 30 AT 10 AM – 12:30 PM
  S7HD Wellness on Wheels – Health Screening Event Golconda https://www.facebook.com/events/266198812335131/
• THURSDAY, MARCH 31 AT 6 PM – 7:30 PM
  Opioid Medication Virtual Town Hall Meeting
  Online event https://www.facebook.com/events/323964766460066/

More Upcoming Fundraisers and Events

Local Job Listings

Metropolis Big John is looking for responsible, reliable and multi tasking people to come be a part of their family. They have a deli position and bakery position open. Must be 18 years of age, have dependable transportation and willing to work weekends. Email  mbj5697@gmail if you would like to set up an interview.

Southern Seven Health Department is hiring for several positions including: RN-WIC, Head Start Teacher at Metropolis Early Learning Center, Social Worker (Family Case Management), Early Head Start Teacher at Head Start, Early Head Start Home Based Teacher/Parent Coordinator for Hardin/Pope County, Head Start Teacher at Pope County Head Start – Apply online at southern7.aaimtrack.com

Massac Memorial Hospital – MMH Family Medicine Opportunity, Dietary Aide, Inpatient Nurse Manager (FT), Housekeeper (PRN), Clinic Access Representative, Certified Surgical Technician (PRN), Therapist (PRN), Social Worker/Discharge Planner, Patient Access Clerk (FT) – Apply online at massachealth.org

This Morning’s WMOK News Check

Project Hope Humane Society Requests Aluminum Donations.  Project Hope Humane Society invites the public to donate their aluminum cans to the shelter as aluminum prices are up right now! Project Hope accepts soda cans, beer cans and cat food cans. Project Hope is located at 1698 West 10th Street in Metropolis. Those donating will find large blue barrels in which they can deposit their aluminum recycling.

School and Sports News

Today is the last day for Massac Youth Sport sign-ups! If you’ve missed the sign-up dates, sign-up today (March 15th) at El Torro Loco on Market Street at 6pm.  Any sign-ups after today will be assessed a late fee.

Kindergarten, Pre-K and Special Education Child Find Screenings

Parents need to call to schedule an appointment time with the appropriate number below. Screenings will take about an hour. 8:30AM to 10:30AM and 12:30PM to 2:30PM.

• Kindergarten Screenings for the 2022-2023 School Year are for children who will be 5 years old on or before 9/1/2022.
• Special Education Child Find Screenings are for children who will be 3 years old on or before 9/1/2022.
• Brookport & Unity – (618) 564-2482 Screenings will be held at Brookport School on Tuesday, March 15th.
• Metropolis Elementary – (618) 524-4821 Screenings will be held at MES on Wednesday, March 16th and Thursday, March 17th.
• Anyone who is unable to attend their homeschool screenings, may be screened at MES on March 18th.

A parent or guardian must accompany each child. Bring a copy of the child’s birth certificate, current immunization record, and proof of residence.

Areas that will be screened: concepts, vision/hearing, motor skills, and speech/language skills.

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