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Thursday, February 8, 2024 (CST)

Sunset in Metropolis, IL

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Friday, February 9, 2024 (CST)

Sunrise in Metropolis, IL

Today – A 20 percent chance of showers after noon. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 62. South wind 9 to 16 mph, with gusts as high as 32 mph.

Tonight -A slight chance of showers before 9pm, then a slight chance of showers after midnight. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 54. South wind 7 to 11 mph, with gusts as high as 26 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%.

Friday – A 20 percent chance of showers. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 67. South southwest wind 7 to 9 mph, with gusts as high as 18 mph.

Friday Night – Showers likely before 9pm, then showers likely and possibly a thunderstorm between 9pm and 3am, then showers likely after 3am. Cloudy, with a low around 55. South wind 10 to 16 mph, with gusts as high as 23 mph. Chance of precipitation is 70%.

Saturday – A 20 percent chance of showers after noon. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 61. West southwest wind 7 to 9 mph becoming north in the afternoon.

Saturday Night – A 20 percent chance of rain before midnight. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 39. North northeast wind 7 to 10 mph.

Early Voting Starts TODAY

(WMOK) Metropolis, IL – Early voting begins today for the March 19th 2024 primary election in from Massac County. Clerk and Recorder Haley Miles office a few things to remember::

1. If you requested to be on the Permanent Vote By Mail list, you will be mailed a ballot directly.

2. If you want to be on the list and didn’t return the form, simply give our office a call and we can get the application sent to you.

3. If you DO NOT want to be mailed a ballot and filled out the form by mistake, please give our office a call and we can remove you from the list, or bring your unvoted ballot back to the office so you can vote in person on Election Day (or prior to if you prefer).

4. PLEASE remember to be kind. We were mandated by the state to send out the application to everyone.

MCDAC Recovery Council at 5pm today

(WMOK) Metropolis, IL – On this morning’s Coffee Break program Holly Windhorst and Jordan Strong of MCDAC joined us. We packed quite a bit of information into our coffee break about MCDAC regarding some of the things they have taking place and coming up.

Most expeditedly MCDAC Recovery Council meets today and on the second Thursday of each month at 5pm at Massac County Drug Awareness Coalition at 209 W 10th St, Metropolis.

What started as a focus group has continued to grow with the Recovery Council. Jordan Strong told us more about the council in the audio below:

WMOK – Metropolis · Massac County Drug Awareness Coalition Recover Council 2.8.24

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WMOK Massac County Farmers Market

Let's Start Gathering for a Fantastic Season!

(WMOK) Metropolis, IL – Plans for the 2024 WMOK Massac County Farmers Market are underway!

As we get a few details in order and prepare to set a beginning date for the Market we ask that you contact WMOK to express your interest in participating. A group meeting will be held soon.

Vendors – Let’s get the conversation started. Please text us at WMOK and let us know what you plan to sell at the Market and how long you’ve been selling. 618-524-9209

Shoppers – Imagine that you arrive at a farmers market to see the most amazing farmers market you could ever imagine. What types of booths do you see? What do you smell? What do you hear? Very specifically – what do you want to buy? Specific vegetables or fruits? Favorite candles or crafts? 618-524-9209

Text us at 618-524-9209 or email wmoknews@frontier.com

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Thursday, February 8

9A- 12P – COPE Brookport Distribution – Christian Church building that is directly behind the Harry Statham gymnasium. Every 2nd & 4th Thursday of the month (618)524-3635.

12P – The Rotary Club of Metropolis meets every Thursday at Community Christian Church, 1150 Country Club Rd.

5:30P – Sons of the American Legion Post #306 Meeting

6P – American Legion Post #306 Meeting

Friday, February 9

9a – 3p – COPE Food Pantry takes place in Metropolis today and every Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 1013 North Avenue – please bring your photo ID and proof of Massac County residency.

Saturday, February 10

8-11P – Metropolis American Legion Auxiliary-Overton P. Morris Post 306 – Bring your Valentine, Sweetheart, Best Friend, or Yourself – They will have music by Johnny Mac.

Metropolis City Clean Up Dates for 2024

February 19-23
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Via email to WMOKnews@frontier.com with the words “upcoming event” in the subject line

Via Facebook Messenger on the WMOK Facebook page

Via Text – 618-524-9209

Via Walk-In – Lobby Hours 8am to 10:30 or by appointment (text 618-524-9209)

Via Mail – 339 Fairgrounds Road, Metropolis IL 62960

Text WMOK at 618-524-9209

COPE Food Pantry Distribution takes place:

-Metropolis every Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 1013 North Avenue

-Brookp0rt on the second and fourth Thursday of each month

Please bring your photo ID and proof of Massac County residency.

Rural Health, Inc. Invites You to Participate in Heart Health Month

ANNA, IL, FEBRUARY 01 – February is American Heart Month and once again Rural Health,
Inc. (RHI) is focusing on blood pressure awareness. Blood pressure is the force of blood pushing against the walls of the arteries as the heart pumps blood. Nearly half of American adults live with high blood pressure (hypertension), which develops when blood flows through the arteries at higher than normal pressures. When left untreated, the damage that high blood pressure does to the circulatory system is a significant contributing factor to heart attack, stroke and other health threats.

The organization encourages taking time this month for heart health and is urging
the public to have their blood pressure checked to learn where they stand.

For those interested, RHI will be hosting blood pressure checking stations at the following locations:

 Anna Kroger – February 13 (9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.)
 Metropolis Big John’s – February 27 (9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.)

Individuals who come out will get their blood pressure checked for free by one of RHI’s medical
professionals and will also receive additional heart/medical resources. RHI wants the public to
know that with proper treatment and management, blood pressure can be controlled, aiding in a longer, healthier life. Individuals wanting to know more about heart health are always
encouraged to speak to their medical provider about any heart-related questions they may have.

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Shawnee Community College

Can Construction Food Drive - February 18-19

Gather your friends, community organizations, 4-H clubs, and school clubs for this fun, interactive food drive at Shawnee Community College in Ullin on February 18-19!

Collect canned goods and non-perishable food items, then meet in the L-atrium of Shawnee Community College on February 18 from 2-5 pm and/or February 19 from 9 am-noon to create a sculpture or exhibit from your food collections!

The public will be able to view the exhibits and vote on the winning displays on February 19 at noon. And the best part, all food donations will be boxed up to go to local pantries after the awards are given out on February 19th!

be sure to visit https://go.illinois.edu/canconstruction24 to sign your group up by February 9, 2024!

For more information, contact Vickie Taylor by email vltaylor@illinois.edu or phone (618) 638-5660.

Saturday Morning on WMOK

We invite you to start your Saturday with the WMOK News Check at 6am followed by Knee Deep in Blue Grass with Cindy Baucum

A break for the News Check at 8am followed by Weekend in the Country

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First Annual Graham's Game to be hosted Saturday Night by the Massac Country Patriot Basketball Team

(WMOK) Metropolis, IL – The goodwill and support shown to the Graham Hosman family during his illness was a great comfort and blessing that the Patriots wish to continue to pass on with Graham’s Game.

In honoring Graham’s memory and continuing awareness of the need to unite against this formidable opponent, the Massac County High School boys’ basketball team will host the first annual Graham’s Game on February 10 when the Patriots play DuQuoin High.

Gift certificates from different establishments in Metropolis and Paducah will be raffled during the game.

All monies raised will be given to help with medical expenses incurred by a current student and a former MCHS graduate with their battle against cancer agong with a fundraiser for pediatric cancer research coordinated by senior Gracie Turner.

Donations made by check should be made out to MCHS.

Massac Memorial Hospital Auxiliary Scholarship Program

The 2024 Massac Memorial Hospital Auxiliary (MMHA) Scholarship program is underway.
Information has been sent to guidance counselors in Pope, Johnson, Pulaski and Alexander counties. Homeschool students are also welcome to apply. Any high school senior graduating this year and furthering their education in a healthcare-related field is eligible to apply!

The application details are outlined in the form in the post on their website at https://www.massachealth.org/. The deadline for applications is Friday, March 22, 2024.

Massac County High School Athletics

Good luck to the Freshmen boys basketball team as they host the Harrisburg Bulldogs tonight starting at 6:15pm.

The girls basketball team hits the road to West Frankfort tonight in an SIRR crossover game against the Lady Redbirds. JV tips off at 6:15pm followed by the Varsity game.

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This Saturday from 9 am to noon at the Metropolis Soccer

Complex is the used cleat sale.

Organizers advise that the price is $5 for a pair or trade in your old pair for a newer pair.

Lots to choose from, from kids sizes 10 through Adult sizes.

2164 Metropolis St, Metropolis

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Monday, February 12th – Lunch – Mrs. Clark’s Room – Joppa High School is proud to partner with the Massac County Drug Awareness Coalition (MCDAC) to begin their own Youth Advisory Council. This opportunity is open to all high school students. An informational meeting will be held on February 12 in Mrs. Clark’s room at lunch. Please see the flyer for information and to sign up to attend.