Emerald ash borer continues spread through Illinois; Extension can help manage
URBANA, Ill. - While much of Illinois has been focused on the emergence of periodical cicadas in the summer of 2024, another insect is buzzing about that is more than a nuisance; it's a threat to ash trees everywhere. In June, the small metallic green adult emerald ash borers are flying around looking for ash trees to ...
Jun 18, 2024
Illinois awarded $1.8 million federal grant to improve access to transit in Southern Illinois
SPRINGFIELD - The Illinois Department of Transportation today announced it has been awarded $1.8 million from the Federal Transit Administration to launch a pilot program in Southern Illinois with the goal of improving access to public transportation for people with disabilities, older adults and those with low incomes...
Jun 18, 2024
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Closures on Wednesday in Observance of Juneteenth
(WMOK Metropolis, Il) - Juneteenth, observed on June 19, marks the day in 1865 on which over 250,000 enslaved people in Galveston, Texas received news of their emancipation, marking a significant milestone in American history. "The people of Texas are informed that, in accordance with a proclamation from the Execu...
Jun 18, 2024
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Monday WMOK News Check "Yellow Sheet" - Metropolis and Massac County News - June 16, 2024
Jun 17, 2024
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CIty National Bank of Metropolis Warns of Reports of "Smishing" -
(WMOK) Metropolis, IL - City National Bank of Metropolis advised late last week of "SMS phishing" reports. Smishing is a social engineering attack that uses fake mobile text messages to trick people into downloading malware, sharing sensitive information or sending money to cybercriminals. The term "smis...
Jun 17, 2024
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Monday - 6.17.24 - Road Closure this morning on Old Marion Road - closure from Gurley Road to Massac High for mowing and trimming
(WMOK) Metropolis, IL - Metropolis Public Works Director, Natalie Harris advised WMOK over the weekend that a closure will take place this morning on Old Marion Road in Massac County. The closure will take place for mowing and trimming work to be done on Old Marion Road from Gurley Road to Massac High School.
Jun 17, 2024
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Friday WMOK News Check Yellow Sheet - Metropolis and Massac County News - June 14, 2024
Jun 14, 2024
Free Fishing Days From Illinois Department of Natural Resources
Take advantage of the Illinois Department of Natural Resources 2024 Free Fishing Days from June 14-16 without the need for purchasing a fishing license or trout and salmon stamps! Keeping your catch? Check for Illinois fish advisories at www.dph.illinois.gov/fish-advisories. For a list of publicly accessible lakes and ...
Jun 14, 2024
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Thursday WMOK News Check Yellow Sheet - Metropolis and Massac County News - June 13, 2024
Jun 13, 2024
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Massac County Sheriff Chad Kaylor Discusses Drug Drop Off Program Available at Massac Sheriff's Office
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Jun 13, 2024