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(WMOK) Metropolis, IL - Originally Published in July of 2024 - Metropolis Animal Control and Abatement Officer John Roman has embarked on a fundraising drive for the Metropolis Pound by selling t-shirts that he has designed. Officer Roman has a long history in Metropolis of going above and beyond in caring for the dogs...

1.10.25 Update (WMOK) Metropolis IL - Officer Roman continues to advised that he is at capacity at the Metropolis Pound after adding another dog last week. (WMOK) Metropolis, IL - Officer Roman, the Animal Control and Abatement Officer for Metropolis, has raised alarms about the critical capacity level of the pound. W...

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WMOK Metropolis, IL - In following up on operations of the County Highway Department, the Massac County Commissioners are pleased. Commissioner Burnham reminds folks that it's important to have patience when the county is clearing roads. Hear our discussion and the accolades for the county road department in the Sound...

WMOK Metropolis, IL - Massac County Commissioner Jeff Brugger shares with us that former County Highway Head Engineer Amy Ferris has left us to move closer to her hometown. Brad Watson has been hired as the new Massac County Head Engineer.

WMOK Metropolis, IL - The Massac County Commissioners informed WMOK earlier this week of a $125,000 grant that will allow further improvements in the county. Massac County Commissioner Jayson Farmer gives us the details in the Soundcloud player below: Make improvements in the use of basement space at the courthouse Hir...

WMOK Metropolis, IL - Our visit with the Massac County Commissioners this week resulted in an update from the commissioners regarding the renovations taking place upstairs at the Massac County Courthouse in what many remember as the jail. Hear our update from Massac County Commissioner, Jimmy Burnham below:

WMOK (Metropolis, IL) - The Massac County Commissioners appeared on WMOK's Coffee Break program on Tuesday to discuss county business. WMOK was made aware of an accomplishment of the commissioners. By watching pennies for the last few years, they are preparing (likely in February) to pay off the $2.5 million note that...

(WMOK) Metropolis, IL - Lori Miller joined us earlier this year to discuss the benefits of physical therapy during care transitions. Lori is a physical therapist at Massac Memorial Hospital and remarked on the fulfillment of her nearly 30-year career there. Miller explained to WMOK that insurance companies often exped...

(WMOK) Metropolis, IL - Metropolis Animal Control and Abatement Officer John Roman joined us for Coffee Break this month to update us on happenings at the Metropolis Pound. Officer Roman spoke with WMOK about donations from the community and how they help the pound to operate.

Hear WMOK's Coffee Break with Morgan from May of 2023 here.

(WMOK) Metropolis, IL - Yard Sales and a Follow up on Election Signs 12.18 WMOK - Metropolis

(WMOK) Metropolis, IL - Outstanding Animal Control Items 12.18.24 WMOK - Metropolis On WMOK's Coffee Break with Animal Control Officer John Roman earlier this week - Recent rescue of an Owl and a Duck - not at the same time. Hear the details within the Soundcloud player below:

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(WMOK) Metropolis, IL - Massac County Sheriff advised that there hasn't been a tremendous problem with squatters so far this season - but advises you to continue to be aware report anything odd within the county. Sheriff Kaylor wove for us quite a tale of his experience with a new heated cat house he picked up to use f...

(WMOK) Metropolis, IL - Massac County Unit 1 Superintendent, Jason Hayes has long talked with WMOK about the negative effects of Chronic Absenteeism in the learning and development of students. Chronic absenteeism can significantly hinder a student's educational progress and overall development. When students miss sch...