WMOK Southernmost Illinois Fireworks Listing 2023

When Massac County Sheriff Chad Kaylor joined us this week for Coffee Break – he discussed common safety guidance that we should all keep in mind during the July 4th holiday – we well as special precautions due to the hot and dry conditions.  Sheriff Kaylor also advised of a cooling shelter that will be available on Thursday and Friday at the Massac County Courthouse for those in need of shelter.

Hear our discussion below:

Massac

Metropolis – Saturday, July 1

Fireworks will take place in the city of Metropolis on Saturday July 1 at dusk.  Folks are welcome to gather throughout the city and along the Ohio to view the fireworks.  Beginning at 6pm – the Hometown Celebration will be held on the grounds of Harrah’s.  The entry fee is $5 and all proceeds go to provide school supplies to students returning to class later this year.

Hear a bit below from our discussion during a recent WMOK Coffee Break with Chad Lewis of Harrah’s regarding the Hometown Celebration: 

Brookport – Saturday, July 1

The City of Brookport will have their parade beginning at 5P (Parade line up will be 4 to 4:30P)  Then the festivities begin with lil Mr. & Ms. Brookport, wiffle ball game, horse shoes and more.

The Brookport festivities will include a car show this year for the first time.  There will be classes and they will allow the guests to judge.  There will be voting boxes set up for each class and one for overall best in show.  The winner will receive $500 cash.

If you would like to be a vendor, you can contact Lori @ Brookport city hall (618)- 564-2351 for set up details.

Johnson

Vienna – Monday July 3

Pope

A word from Rural Pope County Fire Protection District regarding 4th of July celebrations:

Saturday – We would like to remind you that we will be set up in Golconda this Saturday around 3pm selling burgers, hot dogs and refreshments.  Raffle tickets will also be available for the pellet smoker, beef, and hog bundles