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Massac Commissioners Meet Regarding Condition of Regional Office of Education on West 10th Street in Metropolis
The Regional Office of Education is in need of a new location in Metropolis. The building at 1102 W 10th Street in Metropolis which currently houses the Regional Office of Education has deteriorated over the years. Massac County Commissioner Farmer told WMOK that upon inspection of the building it was decided that money would be better spent transitioning to a new location.
The office provides many services such as Educator Licensure, Fingerprint and Background Checks, Bus Driver Training, High School Equivalency, Obtaining a Work Permit for a Minor and more. It is one of the duties of the county to provide a building to the Regional Office of Education.
Massac County Commissioner Jason Farmer told WMOK that this is an item on the agenda for this week’s meeting and that a meeting will also be held regarding a potential new location.
The City of Metropolis Is Seeking Sealed Proposals To Audit Financial Statements
Sealed competitive proposals will be received at City Hall, Mayor’s Office, 106 West 5th Street, Metropolis, IL 62960 until 4:00 pm Friday, June 2, 2023.
Inquiries concerning this proposal may be made to the City of Metropolis, Accounting Department, 106 West 5th Street, Metropolis, IL 62960 or by phone at 618-524-9789.
The City of Metropolis reserves the right to waive technicalities and to reject any and all proposals. The City of Metropolis reserves the right to accept the most advantageous proposal for the City. The City of Metropolis is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages minority group participation in the bidding process.
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Upcoming Fundraisers and Events
Friday, May 5
8:30-10:30AM – MCDAC Truth and Consequences Event at Massac County Jr. High School.
6:30P – Trivia Night will take place upstairs at Fat Edd’s. Up to 8 players per team. $20 per person, $5 for spectators. To pre-register your team, contact Caroline Jones at (618) 524-8100 or Candy Pierce at (618) 524-2162. This event benefits the Massac County United Way.
Massac County Farmers Market Underway – Dorothy Miller Park – Saturdays 7-Noon
This year the Massac County Farmer’s Market is taking place at Dorothy Miller park – east Front Street in Metropolis and is open Saturdays from 7 am- 12 pm.
There is no fee to set up at the Massac County Farmers Market however it is asked that vendors register with Alexis. You can call Alexis at 618-524-5811 or email at MassacFB1@gmail.com.
Alexis told WMOK on Coffee Break that she has several new vendors lined up for the Market – produce, eggs, plants, jewelry and crafts and live chicks. Gary Verbarg has updated that he has cabbage, banana peppers, jalapeno peppers, broccoli, and red and yellow tomatoes available at his residence, 1131 Country Club Rd.
Alexis continues to follow up with vendors and contact new ones. Alexis advised that there is plenty of space available for vendors at Dorothy Miller Park and she hopes that folks will take advantage of the opportunity to share their wares.
Saturday, May 6
8A-1P – Massac County HCE Rummage Sale at the Massac County Community Center. They will have a large variety of items available.
5:30P -Lucky 7’s – Metropolis American Legion Auxiliary-Overton P. Morris Post 306 – Doors open@5:30pm Game starts@6pm – Food Available Must be 18 to enter & play
Metropolis City Clean Up Week – Monday, May 15 – Friday, May 19 – Items must be at your normal pick up point and within 5 feet of the trash container. All items must be bagged or in a container. Anything loose must be bundled so that one person can handle it. No construction debris, demolition debris or electronics will be picked up.
Memorial Day is Monday May 29, 2023 – Memorial Day is a national holiday and a federal holiday. On Memorial Day you can expect Banks, government offices and some businesses to be closed. The Metropolis City Pool will open on Memorial Day and admission will be free. Learn more in tomorrow’s WMOK News Check
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MCHS Athletics schedule for the week of Monday May 1st through Saturday May 6th
The Massac County Patriots Baseball team will do battle with cross-conference opponent DuQuoin this afternoon, first pitch is set for 4:30pm.
The Massac County Lady Patriot Softball team will celebrate their six seniors before the game today against Marshall County (KY). First pitch is set for 5:15pm.
Lady Patriots Soccer will celebrate their Senior Day before the 5:00pm match this afternoon at home.
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