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7:51 PM
Thursday, May 9, 2024 (CDT)
Sunset in Metropolis, IL

5:50 AM
Friday, May 10, 2024 (CDT)
Sunrise in Metropolis, IL

This Afternoon – Sunny, with a high near 82. West wind around 13 mph, with gusts as high as 21 mph.

Tonight – Partly cloudy, with a low around 56. West northwest wind 6 to 9 mph.

Friday – Partly sunny, with a high near 71. North wind 8 to 10 mph.

Friday Night – Mostly clear, with a low around 53. North northwest wind 5 to 7 mph becoming west southwest after midnight.

Saturday – Sunny, with a high near 76. West northwest wind 6 to 11 mph.
Saturday NightMostly clear, with a low around 51. Northwest wind 5 to 10 mph becoming light and variable after midnight.

Sunday – Sunny, with a high near 80. Light south southwest wind becoming southwest 5 to 9 mph in the morning.

Sunday Night – A slight chance of showers after 1am. Partly cloudy, with a low around 59. South southeast wind around 8 mph.

Monday – A chance of showers, with thunderstorms also possible after 1pm. Partly sunny, with a high near 78. South wind 9 to 14 mph, with gusts as high as 21 mph.

A reintroduction to WMOK's Coffee Break Program -

(WMOK) Metropolis, IL – WMOK’s community affairs program Coffee Break has been a long-time morning radio staple in Massac County and Southernmost Illinois.

As times go on and the calendar continues to flip we’ve come to realize that many younger residents and folks have arrived in our community to begin a new path or aspiration who don’t know what it means when they hear someone say “I heard it on the Coffee Break”.

WMOK’s community affairs program coffee break began when WMOK first went on air in 1951. The program was called Coffee Time and the host was Jay Riley.

We can’t imagine how the topics have changed over the years yet oddly stayed the same. One thing that has remained the same is the community affairs aspect of the Coffee Break.

Local government leaders, organizational leaders and community members come into our studio and take some time with us to talk with WMOK regarding topics that affect the community.

Some of our guests recur monthly while others are scheduled seasonally. WMOK also has a list of “occasional” guests on Coffee Break.

We encourage questions from the community for our guests and suggestions for our guest list – text 618-524-9209.

Tune in for our next regularly scheduled Coffee Break on Tuesday, May 14th following the 8AM WMOK News Check – Massac County Sheriff Chad Kaylor will join to us to talk about what’s been happening in county crime since we last spoke and more.

Hear our most recent coffee breaks below:

Metropolis City Council Meeting 05/13/24 - Tyson Appointed to Metropolis Library Board of Trustees, Lincoln Civitan Park will Remain with Potential Improvements and more

(WMOK ) Metropolis, IL - The Metropolis city council meeting on Monday night began with a traditional roll call, Pledge of Allegiance, and prayer. Council members then dove into a packed agenda. First on the agenda - Public Speakers Kerian Brannon, an advocate for the future of Metropolis' Lincoln Civitan Park, address...

May 14, 2024

Massac County Unit 1 Accolades - Massac Jr High Girls Track and Massac High School Band - WMOK Talks with Mr. Hayes

(WMOK) Metropolis, IL - When Massac County Unit 1 School Superintendent Jason Hayes joined us for Coffee Break he gave accolades to the Massac Jr High Girls Track on the Regional Girl Championship. Hayes noted that they are up against larger schools in the competitions and he's very proud of their accomplishments.The M...

May 13, 2024

Mr Hayes Discusses Massac High School College Signing Day and Careers with WMOK

(WMOK) Metropolis, IL - Massac Unit 1 School Superintendent Jason Hayes hailed College Signing Day as "a celebration of all things post-secondary" during the event held at Massac High on May 3rd. The gymnasium was packed with students, their families, and supporters, all gathered to recognize the diverse aspi...

May 13, 2024

WMOK Morning Show
6am to 10am
Monday thru Friday
93.7FM 920AM and streaming worldwide at 920wmok.com

Live Stream here –> https://s.wbcstreaming.com/wmok/

The WMOK Morning Show
Live Five Days a Week from Fairgrounds Road in Massac County 6:00 am – 10:00 am

*Text your requests, shout-outs to 618-524-9209

WMOK Community Events Listing

Coming in May on WMOK's Coffee Break Program:

Coming up in May on WMOK’s Coffee Break Program:

Tuesday – May 14th – Massac County Sheriff’s Office – Chad Kaylor

Wednesday – May 15th – Metropolis Pound – Metropolis Animal Control and Abatement Officer – John Roman

Thursday – May 16th – Home of Superman – City of Metropolis, IL Mayor Don Canada

Wednesday – May 22nd – Metropolis Police Department – Chief Harry Masse

To hear WMOK Coffee Breaks you may have missed – visit our archives —> https://www.920wmok.com/coffee-break-2/

To suggest a guest or send questions
for our guests or other topics of interest

text 618-524-9209

City of Metropolis Spring Clean Up Week to take place May 13 - 17

(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

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

-Brookport on the second and fourth Thursday of each month

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

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Sponsorships begin at $40 per week

Text 618-524-9209 for more information

Thursday, May 9

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 – American Legion 921 Market St., Metropolis

6P – American Legion Post 306 Meeting – American Legion – 321 Market St., Metropolis

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

Friday, May 10

9A-3P – COPE Metropolis Distribution – 1013 North Ave., Metropolis – Mon, Wed, and Fridays (618)524-3635. Please bring your Photo ID and proof of Massac County residency.

Sponsorships begin at $40 per week

Text 618-524-9209 for more information

City National Bank Free Summer Concerts at the Gazebo

CNB’s Good Vibes Summer Concerts are bringing the heat to your favorite spot in town – the Gazebo! With an electrifying lineup of artists ready to set the stage on fire, this is the summer event you don’t want to miss!

Concerts will take place at the Gazebo in Washington Park in Metropolis, Il at 6:30P. On Friday, May 31st Blake Brown will be the performer!

Saturday, May 11

7A – 12P – Metropolis and Massac County Farmers Market – Vendors may begin setting up at 6am – Check in with Kim Comer or Angie Lockard upon arrival. 7am to Noon – Dorothy Miller Park on East Front Street in Metropolis – the Park with the Lighthouse overlooking the Ohio River! Rain or shine – excluding “severe weather” To vend = text 270-243-2635.

Metropolis Drugs 1 on East 5th Street in Metropolis
Caring for you and about you since 1975

Get Your Event in the WMOK Community Events Listing

How to Submit Your Event:

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

One Week from Sunday...

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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 $40 per week

Text 618-524-9209 for more information