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7:21 PM
Thursday, April 4, 2024 (CDT)
Sunset in Metropolis, IL

6:34 AM
Friday, April 5, 2024 (CDT)
Sunrise in Metropolis, IL

Today – Mostly cloudy, with a high near 52. Northwest wind around 15 mph, with gusts as high as 21 mph.

Tonight – Mostly cloudy, then gradually becoming mostly clear, with a low around 35. North northwest wind 6 to 11 mph.

Friday – Mostly sunny, with a high near 58. North northwest wind 6 to 10 mph.

Friday Night – Mostly clear, with a low around 35. Northeast wind around 7 mph.

Saturday – Sunny, with a high near 63. East northeast wind around 7 mph.

Saturday Night – A 30 percent chance of showers after 1am. Mostly clear, with a low around 44. East wind 7 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 22 mph.

Sunday – A chance of showers and thunderstorms, then showers likely and possibly a thunderstorm after 1pm. Partly sunny, with a high near 70. Southeast wind around 18 mph becoming south southwest in the afternoon. Winds could gust as high as 28 mph. Chance of precipitation is 70%.

Sunday Night – A chance of showers and thunderstorms before 1am. Partly cloudy, with a low around 52. South southwest wind 10 to 14 mph, with gusts as high as 22 mph.

Monday – Mostly sunny, with a high near 78. South southwest wind 10 to 14 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph.

Monday Night – A chance of showers and thunderstorms after 1am. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 57. South southeast wind 8 to 10 mph.

Tuesday – A chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly sunny, with a high near 73. South southeast wind 9 to 11 mph, with gusts as high as 18 mph.

Tuesday Night – Showers and thunderstorms likely. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 56. East wind 10 to 13 mph, with gusts as high as 18 mph.

Wednesday – A chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 72. South southeast wind 13 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 23 mph.

Super Solar Eclipse

(WMOK) Metropolis, IL – The Great American Eclipse will take place on Monday afternoon across the Americas and right here in Metropolis.

The Metropolis Chamber of Commerce Super Solar Eclipse Committee has been working diligently for months on the events for the Metropolis Super Solar Eclipse event and has a big lineup of fun and learning planned -Saturday thru Monday.

Super Solar Eclipse – Metropolis Illinois

Monica Obermark – VP of the Metropolis Chamber of Commerce joined us recently for WMOK’s Coffee Break program to discuss the event, its fundraisers and its fun

WMOK – Metropolis · Super Solar Eclipse – WMOK Coffee Break – 3.25.24 – Monica Obermark Metropolis Chamber Of Commerce

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Metropolis Police Department Arrest Blotter:

(WMOK) Metropolis, IL – On March 18th Metropolis officers were called to Harrah’s casino. Harrah’s security had detained Arlen A Odell age 44 of Sycamore. Odell had been previously trespassed from casino property and was charged with criminal trespass to property and released with a notice to appear.

On the 19th A Metropolis officer observed Cale A Lewis,42, Metropolis in the 1200 block of Ferry. The officer was aware that Lewis was wanted on a warrant. Lewis began running and he ran into his residence. Lewis was found hiding under a bunch of clothes and taken into custody. Lewis was wanted on a warrant for FTA-Theft, issued by Massac County. Lewis was lodged in the Massac County Detention Center.

WMOK talks with Colby Kennedy Interim Director of Metropolis Public Library

- WMOK Coffee Break - Metropolis 4.4.24

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WMOK – Metropolis · Colby Kennedy 4.4.24 Metropolis Public Library Coffee Break WMOK Metropolis

WMOK Community Events Listing

Metropolis City Clean Up Dates for 2024

May 13-17
August 12-16
November 11-15

Metropolis Drugs 1 on East 5th Street in Metropolis

Caring for you and about you since 1975

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.

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Thursday, April 4

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

Friday, April 5

Saturday, April 6

7:30P – SUPER SOLAR ECLIPSE GLOW RUN – Get ready to light up the night at the SuperSolar Eclipse Glow Run at the Superman Statue! Presented by Metropolis Chamber of Commerce. This electrifying 5K Glow Run will have you glowing with excitement as you race through the night sky.

8-10P – Moon Glow Street Dance DJ Michelle Bradley

Massac Mobile Health Unit

Massac Mobile Health Unit has three locations to make receiving healthcare easier for you! If you are needing a sick or well visit our providers can see you at one of these three locations.

Tuesdays: Vienna- City Park 9am-3:30pm

Wednesdays: Brookport- City Hall 9am-3:30pm

Thursdays: Ullin- Shawnee Community College 9am-3:30pm

To make an appointment at one of these three locations, call 618-638-1341

Sponsorships begin at $60 per week

Text 618-524-9209 for more information

Sunday, April 7

Super Solar Eclipse Events:

10A – 5P – Market St. Vendors & Food Trucks

Kids Fun Zone Inflatables & Activities

1-3P – Poker Run

2P and 4P – Tennessee Championship Wrestling 2 Shows

4-7P – Southern Draw Live Music

7P – Live concert featuring a Different Sound – Harrahs 100 E. Front St.

Monday, April 8

9:30-11A – Garden Club – Metropolis Community Center – 900 W 10th St (2nd Monday of the month)

Great Solar Eclipse Events

9A-6P – Market Street Vendors & Food Trucks

Kids Fun Zone Inflatables & Activities

NASA Engineers Tent – Display with 20Ft Inflatable Artemis Rocket

Classic Car Cruise-in with DJ Michelle Bradley

7-8P – City of Metropolis City Council Meeting – Metropolis City Hall – Upstairs 7P – City Council occurs on the 2nd and 4th Mondays of each month beginning in the City Hall Forum at 100 State Street.

Tuesday, April 9

Noon – The Kiwanis Club of Metropolis meet every Tuesday at noon at St. Paul Lutheran Church, 520 Ferry Street in Metropolis.

6P – Metropolis Lions’ Club – 2nd Thursday of the month at the Metropolis Community Center, 900 W 10th St. – Small Conference Room

The Metropolis Elks Lodge monthly meetings take place the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month. Except July, August and December only the 1st Tuesday. Members only can attend. Applications can be picked up at the Lodge or from a member.

IDNR ALERT

As people prepare to set out to view the solar eclipse on April 8, the Illinois Department of Natural Resources is sending out a reminder that that is also the first day of spring turkey hunting season. Officials are asking both eclipse viewers and turkey hunters to be mindful of each other. Officials are asking eclipse visitors to state parks to park in designated lots, and not spots designated for hunters.

Wednesday, April 10

On the beautiful courthouse square in Vienna IL - 2024 Spring Junque Jamboree

Grab your “junquing” group and make plans to take a well-earned break perusing about the amazing selection of vendors on the square in Vienna. Enjoy the sights and smells of the beautiful historic town square in Vienna as you take a little time for you. You’re bound to leave feeling refreshed with lots of great finds from your day out.

Find the event on Facebook here

2024 Kiwanis Scholarship Spaghetti Supper

Save the Date - Saturday, April 13 - 4-6:30p

(WMOK) Metropolis, IL – Dan Huffman, a long-time member of the Kiwanis Club of Metropolis joined us this week to discuss the upcoming Scholarship Spaghetti Supper.

We talked at length about the Supper and its history – as well as the work done by the Kiwanis Club and how to get involved.