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Thursday, September 15, 2022
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Massac Memorial Hospital’s mobile health unit expands medical care access
The unit, called “Massac Mobile Health,” has two exam rooms and will initially offer COVID-19 testing and education. However, Massac Memorial CEO Lennis Thompson plans to eventually expand its use and provide primary care services.
“The mobile health unit is part of Massac Memorial Hospital’s mission to make health care more accessible in the region,” he says. “Our motto is ‘Compassionate care … close to home,’ and this mobile clinic will help us fulfill that promise like never before.”
The unit was funded through the Rural Health Clinic COVID-19 Testing Program, which promotes access to coronavirus testing and mitigation activities in rural communities.
After the first of the year, Massac Memorial plans to offer primary care services to communities utilizing the mobile health unit. At that time, the unit will operate on a set schedule and be staffed by an advance practice practioner and a nurse.
Today is National Double Cheeseburger Day!
National Double Cheeseburger Day is being observed today! It is observed annually on September 15th.
Pumpkins available at Project Hope Humane Society
Project Hope Humane Society now has pumpkins available! The pumpkins are donated by Shawnee Correctional Center to help sponsor the SWATT dog training program!
Small/Medium pumpkins are $3
Large pumpkins are $5
Project Hope has left a bucket out front for the payment of pumpkins however you are more than welcome to come in and pay.
Project Hope is located at 1698 W. 10th St in Metropolis, on Hwy. 45.
Bingo, Lite-Brite, Nerf among Toy Hall of Fame finalists
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (AP) — Voting opened Wednesday on which toys should go into the National Toy Hall of Fame this year. The class of 2022 finalists are: bingo, Breyer Horses, Catan, Lite-Brite, Nerf Toys, Masters of the Universe, piñata, Phase 10, Pound Puppies, Rack-O, Spirograph, and the top.
“These 12 toys span the history of play. The top is as old as civilization itself and bingo has been played in some form for hundreds of years,” said Christopher Bensch, vice president for collections at The Strong museum in Rochester, where the hall of fame is housed.
The public is invited to vote online through Sept. 21. The three toys that receive the most public votes will make up a single “Player’s Choice” ballot. That ballot will be counted alongside those turned in by a national selection committee whose members include industry experts, academics and others.
The inductees will be announced Nov. 10.
Full list of Massac County Food Pantries
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Coming Up This Week:
Today – Thursday, September 15
9A-12P – Brookport COPE Food Distribution – Harry Statham Gym Brookport (618)524-3635
2-6P – S7HD Open Interviews at Shawnee Community College – Open interviews in the L Atrium at Shawnee Community College. 8364 Shawnee College Rd, Ullin.
3-6P Massac County Farmer’s Market in the Harrah’s Parking Lot – Sweet Potatoes, Apples and More!
El Toro Loco will be celebrating Quince de Septiembre! They will have several specials available. Those who dine-in or order carry-out Today will be entered in a drawing for a pair of tickets to see Pitbull and Sean Paul in concert (see concert details on their Facebook page). Only 1 drawing entry per transaction allowed. Drawing will be done at close Tonight!
Friday, September 16
9A – 3P Metropolis COPE Food Distribution – 1013 North Ave., Metropolis – (618)524-3635
6:30 – 9:30P 50’s Sock Hop benefiting Happy Hearts Senior Center in Metropolis. It will take place at the Metropolis Community Center located at 900 W. 10th St. There is a $5 donation. Come enjoy appetizers, drinks, and dancing.
7P Massac County Patriots Homecoming Game against Murphysboro
El Tequila Mexican Restaurant will have a celebration of Mexican Independence Day! They will have a variety of authentic treats and dishes available.
Saturday, September 17
7A – 12P – New Columbia, Round Knob, Mermet Area Yard Sales –
8A – 11A – Brookport Parks & Rec Benefit Pancake Breakfast at Harry Statham Gym
8A – 12P Massac County Farmer’s Market held in the Harrah’s Parking Lot – Sweet Potatoes, Apples and More!
8P – Super City Bar & Grill will have live music by Riding Shotgun!
Sunday, September 18
2:30P – Johnson County Genealogical and Historical Society will meet at the Vienna Public Library. Mr. Brock Buckner will present the program on Anna Pottery.
Local School and Sports News
Annexation Resolution Passed by Massac and Joppa School Boards – Next Step Regional Office of Education
Joppa
A Blood Drive will be held on October 17 from 1:15 to 6:15 in the Joppa High School Cafeteria
Massac
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