(WMOK) Metropolis, IL –  Metropolis City Clean Up Week will take place May 13 – 17.

All items must be at your normal pick up place and within 5 feet of the trash container.

All Items should be bagged or contained – anything loose should be bundled so that it can be handled by one employee.

Lumber will be picked up in small amounts only and must be stacked in 3’x3′ rolls. 

Carpet and padding must also be rolled in no larger than 3’x3′ rolls.

Items that will not be picked up include: electronics, appliances, yard waste, hazardous or medical waste, construction and demolition debris, tires, batteries and paint cans (unless empty and dry).

If you have further questions please contact the City of Metropolis at 618-524-4016

(WMOK) Metropolis, IL – On Thursday the Rotary Club of Metropolis welcomed the Massac County Drug Awareness Coalition to hear about prevention efforts organized by MCDAC.

The Rotarians also advised that the group spoke about a decrease in drug and alcohol use with minors for the 2023/2024 school year.

They also shared with the Rotarians about the number of people they have been able to help and support along their path in recovery.

The Rotarians advised, “Metropolis is fortunate to have such a committed group of individuals in our community who care deeply about those struggling with addiction.”

The Rotary invites those interested in learning more about the mission of Rotary to join them for one of their weekly meetings.  They meet every Thursday from 12:00 to 1:00 Community Christian Church located at 1150 Country Club Road, Metropolis IL 62960.

You can follow the Rotary Club of Metropolis Facebook Page here.

(WMOK) Metropolis, IL – The Connect Massac Group has formed in Massac County to bridge the digital divide and bring fast, reliable and affordable broadband internet access to every home, business and farm in Massac County. 

Bill Coleman of the Benton Institute for Broadband and Society discussed the initiative.

See the presentation in its entirety below: 

The group is conducting a brief, confidential survey to better understand the Massac County residents’ current experiences and future needs.  The participation of folks in the county is crucial and will help Connect Massac to develop strategies focused on providing improved broadband infrastructure for Massac County, as well as help improve pushing out public safety information.

You may find the survey HERE.

For more information, you can also call or email – 618-522-0210 or connectmassac@g-mail.com

On May 9th Tiffany Korte and Kaley McGinnis will join us for WMOK’s Coffee Break program to further discuss the program.