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8:08 PM
Wednesday, July 24, 2024
Sunset in Metropolis, IL
5:54 AM
Thursday, July 25, 2024 (CDT)
Sunrise in Metropolis, IL
This Afternoon – A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms after 10am. Patchy fog before 8am. Otherwise, mostly cloudy, with a high near 85. Light southwest wind.
Tonight – Mostly cloudy, with a low around 69. Calm wind.
Thursday – A 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms after 1pm. Partly sunny, with a high near 87. Calm wind becoming northwest around 5 mph in the afternoon.
Thursday Night – Mostly cloudy, with a low around 68. Calm wind.
Friday – A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms after 1pm. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 86. Light east wind.
Friday Night – Mostly cloudy, with a low around 68. Calm wind.
Saturday – A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms after 1pm. Partly sunny, with a high near 86. Light south wind.
Multiple Infrastructure Projects on the horizon in Metropolis
(WMOK) Metropolis, IL – Metropolis Mayor, Don Canada told WMOK during a Coffee Break earlier this month that multiple projects that are part of an update on the current Long-Term Control Plan will be beginning soon. These projects are part of a long-term plan to reduce sewer overflows to the Ohio River, as required by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency.
During dry weather, sewage flows safely through the City’s sewers to the Metropolis sewer treatment plant (STP). However, about 50 times a year melting snow or rainwater can overwhelm the sewers, causing untreated sewage to overflow into the Ohio River.
- Phase 3 of the Water-Sewer Separation project will begin soon with the realignment of sewer mains out to the Woodhaven area of Metropolis. The amount of $18 million dollars for the project was recently approved in a Metropolis City Council Meeting. This will rectify problems in Woodhaven regarding sewer usage.
Mayor Canada discussed the hold on progress at our Industrial Park as it relates to the issue. Canada said that Phase 1 or the Industrial Park is full of Industry however further development relies on some of the projects that are currently being planned.
Other upcoming projects:
- Metropolis Waste Treatment Plant is required to be updated by 2030
- Substation on East Side of town will need to be replaced
As of September 1st the City of Metropolis will move to the next phase of the Lead Pipe replacement program.
July is Social Wellness Month
July is Social Wellness Month, a time to focus on nurturing relationships and building connections. Social wellness is vital for our emotional and mental health, reducing stress and anxiety. This month, prioritize activities that foster social connections, such as joining a club, volunteering, or simply scheduling coffee dates with friends.
By investing in our social well-being, we can cultivate a stronger sense of belonging and happiness. Make social wellness a priority this July and beyond!
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WMOK Coffee Break Schedule - July
Wednesday – July 3rd – Historian Bob Lingle
Tuesday – July 9th – Massac County Sheriff Chad Kaylor
Wednesday – July 10th – Massac County Unit 1 School Superintendent Jason Hayes
Thursday – July 11 – Tammie Obermark – Massac County Youth Fair begins Friday
Wednesday – July 17th – Metropolis Animal Control and Abatement Officer John Roman
Thursday – July 18th – Metropolis Mayor Don Canada
Tuesday – July 23rd – Chase Hileman – Rural Health, Inc.
Wednesday – July 24th – Metropolis Police Chief Harry Masse
Thursday – July 25th – Pharmacist Ashley Thompson – Metropolis Drugs 1
Wednesday – July 31st – Miranda Adams – Southern Seven Health Department Environment Health Director –
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Happening Wednesday
Wednesday, July 24
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.
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Happening Thursday and Friday
Thursday, July 25
12P – The Rotary Club of Metropolis meets every Thursday at Community Christian Church, 1150 Country Club Rd.
Friday, July 26
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.
Happening Saturday
7A – 12P – Metropolis and Massac County Farmers Market
See the Vendor listing for this week at Metropolis and Massac County Farmer Market on Facebook
The Annual Macedonia Baptist Church Barbeque will take place on Saturday in Brownfield at 297 Macedonia Road. Pork will be available by the pound – expertly prepared by Robert Crim. All are welcome to attend.
Happening Next Week
Sunday, July 28
July
Monday, July 29
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.
6-7P – Walk To End Alzheimer’s – Mini Walk – Harrah’s Metropolis Casino
Coming Up in August
HollandFest – Thursday, August 1 at 5PM
Saturday, August 3 – 10A-4P – Metropolis Back To School Fair
August 12-16 – Metropolis City Clean-Up Week
Tuesday, August 13 – Massac Unit 1 – First Day of School
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