(WMOK) Metropolis, IL – The Southern Seven Health Department’s Wellness on Wheels (WOW) Van is making two stops in Massac County today!

Visit the WOW Van at Harrah’s Casino in Metropolis from 9:00am-12:00pm or at Brookport City Hall from 1:30pm-3:00pm.

Take advantage of free health screenings, vaccinations, and other resources to prioritize your well-being.

Services offered by the Southern Seven Health Department’s Wellness on Wheels (WOW) Van – NARCAN training – Blood pressure check – Home colorectal cancer tests (FIT) – Medication disposal packets – COVID test kits – Condoms – Blood lead, hemoglobin, and cholesterol screenings – STD tests (including chlamydia, gonorrhea, and syphilis) – HIV, pregnancy, and TB skin tests – TD/Tdap shots for adults – Well Water tests – Hereditary Genetic Cancer Testing

For more information, you can contact the Southern Seven Health Department or visit their website.

(WMOK) Metropolis, IL – Our city of Metropolis, known as “Superman’s hometown,” has a rich history of which most locals are aware – that extends beyond the fictional superhero.

On D-Day, June 6, 1944, paratrooper John Steele of Metropolis found himself entangled in the church steeple of Sainte-Mère-Eglise, Normandy.

As a member of the 82nd Airborne Division, Steele was part of the early morning airborne assault. He spent hours trapped in the steeple, observing the battle below. Eventually, he was taken prisoner by German forces but later escaped.

Steele’s bravery and unique perspective on the battle have made him a celebrated figure in D-Day history.

The Heroes of Massac Endeavors program has been tirelessly working to honor John Steele’s bravery and share his story with the community.

In Fall 2022, they successfully installed a sign at the entrance of Metropolis, marking the hometown of John Marvin Steele.

This week, project organizer Vicki Mayhall travels to France to commemorate the 80th anniversary of D-Day and be present for the sister city signing agreement between Metropolis and Sainte-Mere-Eglise.

Meanwhile in Metropolis… Metropolis Mayor Don Canada will welcome the Mayor of Sainte-Mère-Eglise on Thursday for a historic sister city agreement signing, solidifying the bond between the two cities.

The public is invited and encouraged to attend the Sister City Signing Ceremony on Thursday at 2pm.  

2PM – Metropolis City Hall, 106 W.5th St.  – Sister City Signing Ceremony

(WMOK) Metropolis, IL – The Metropolis City pool opened to a large crowd on Monday.  The line began forming before 11:30 to get into the Metropolis City pool.

The daily admission is $1.50 per person – ages five and under are free with adult admission and that is cash only.

There will be swim lessons at the Metropolis City pool this summer and the pool facility is available for swim parties.

Swim passes are available – the individual price on swim passes is $25 per person and group price $20 per person for two or more in the same household.

Get all of the information here