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In from the National Weather Service of Paducah

 

This Afternoon

A slight chance of showers, with thunderstorms also possible after 4pm. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 71. East wind around 7 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%.

Tonight

A chance of showers and thunderstorms before 4am, then a slight chance of showers. Cloudy, with a low around 59. East wind around 5 mph becoming calm in the evening. Chance of precipitation is 30%.


Thursday

A slight chance of showers before 10am, then a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms between 10am and 1pm, then showers likely and possibly a thunderstorm after 1pm. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 74. Calm wind becoming northeast around 6 mph in the afternoon. Chance of precipitation is 60%.


Thursday Night

A chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 56. Northeast wind 3 to 6 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%.


Friday

A 20 percent chance of showers. Mostly sunny, with a high near 72. Northeast wind 6 to 9 mph.


Friday Night

Partly cloudy, with a low around 51. North northeast wind 3 to 6 mph.


Saturday

A 20 percent chance of showers. Mostly sunny, with a high near 72. Northeast wind 6 to 8 mph.


Saturday Night

A slight chance of showers after 1am. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 54. Northeast wind around 6 mph becoming calm in the evening.


Sunday

A chance of showers, mainly after 1pm. Mostly sunny, with a high near 76. East northeast wind 3 to 7 mph.


Sunday Night

A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms, then a chance of showers after 1am. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 59. Light east northeast wind.


Monday

Showers likely and possibly a thunderstorm. Partly sunny, with a high near 77. Calm wind becoming southeast around 6 mph in the afternoon.


Monday Night

A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 60. Light southeast wind.


Tuesday
A chance of showers. Mostly sunny, with a high near 79. Calm wind becoming south southwest around 6 mph in the afternoon.

Metropolis Rotary Club in Search of Host Home for 2025/2026 Exchange Student

WMOK (Metropolis, IL) – Rotarian and Youth Exchange Officer, Terry Foster joined us in the WMOK studio to talk about this year’s exchange student program.  The Metropolis Rotary has hosted exchange students in previous years – more rarely, local students have gone abroad.

The exchange student has been selected from Brazil.  She is a seventeen-year-old by the name of Guilia (Julia) who lives in a town in Brazil of similar size to Metropolis.

The Metropolis Rotary is in search of a host home for Guilia for the 2025/2026 school year.

Host homes should treat exchange students as valued family members, providing a supportive and safe environment with three meals a day, a private bedroom, and a quiet study area. They should also assist with adjustments to American culture, help with transportation, and maintain open communication with the student, their natural family, and the exchange program.

Foster explained that a vetting process, including a home visit, is required during the application process for hosting homes.

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Monthly Meetings from the WMOK Community Events Listing

  • 12P – The Kiwanis Club of Metropolis meets every Tuesday at St. Paul Lutheran Church, 520 Ferry Street in Metropolis
  • 12P – The Rotary Club of Metropolis meets every Thursday at Community Christian Church, 1150 Country Club Rd.
  • 1-3P – DAR – Daughters of the American Revolution – 1st Wednesday of each month – Metropolis Public Library, 317 Metropolis St.
  • 6:30P – The Massac County Historical Society at Elijah P. Curtis Home meets the first Monday of each month at 405 Market St.
  • 9:30-11A – Garden Club – Metropolis Community Center – 900 W 10th St (2nd Monday of the month)
  • 5:30 – Metropolis Public Library – Board of Trustees Meeting -Third Tuesday of the month Basement of the Library – Open to the public.
  • 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.
  • 6P – Metropolis Lions’ Club – 2nd Thursday of the month at the Metropolis Community Center, 900 W 10th St. – Small Conference Room-
  • 7P – City of Metropolis City Council Meeting – Upstairs at the Metropolis City Hall, 106 W 5th St – Metropolis City Council meetings occur on the 2nd and 4th Mondays of each month
  • 5:30P – Sons of the American Legion – American Legion 921 Market St – 2nd Thursday of the month
  • 6P – American Legion Post 306 Meeting – American Legion 921 Market St – 2nd Thursday of the month
  • 4:30P – Nifty Needles Group – Metropolis Public Library – Every Friday – 317 Metropolis St, Metropolis

C.O.P.E. Food Pantry Distributions in Massac County

C.O.P.E. Food Pantry Distribution takes place every Monday, Wednesday and Friday in Metropolis at 1013 North Avenue from 9am until 3pm.  Please bring your photo I.D. and proof of Massac County Residency.

– Brookport Distribution – 9A- 12P – Christian Church building that is directly behind the Harry Statham gymnasium . Every 3rd Thursday of the month 9A-12P – (618)524-3635

Joppa Distribution – 10A-12P – Civic Center next to Joppa City Hall. Every 3rd Saturday a month. Please bring your photo I.D. and proof of Massac County residency. (618) 524-3635.

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This Week in the WMOK Community Events Listing:



Teacher Appreciation Week: 5-9



– Wednesday, May 7

Great American Grump Out – The Great American Grump Out, celebrated on Wednesday, May 7, invites everyone to embrace positivity and let go of negativity. This unique day encourages individuals to shed their grumpy attitudes and spread smiles instead. Participants are motivated to engage in cheerful activities, connect with friends, and show kindness to others. Whether it’s through a friendly chat or a small act of generosity, the goal is to create a ripple effect of joy and gratitude in our communities.


8am – WMOK News Check followed by Coffee Break – Terry Foster, Rotarian will join us to talk about opportunities to host exchange students


1-3P – DAR – Daughters of the American Revolution – 1st Wednesday of each month – Metropolis Public Library, 317 Metropolis St.


– Thursday, May 8

National Children’s Mental Health Awareness Day – National Children’s Mental Health Awareness Day, observed annually on the first Thursday in May, aims to raise awareness about the importance of mental health in children and adolescents. This day encourages families, communities, and policymakers to prioritize mental health services, emphasizing early intervention and support. Activities and events focus on educating the public about mental health challenges that young people face, promoting strategies for resilience, and fostering environments where children can thrive emotionally and psychologically.


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


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


5:30P – Sons of the American Legion – American Legion 921 Market St – 2nd Thursday of the month


6P – American Legion Post 306 Meeting – American Legion 921 Market St – 2nd Thursday of the month


National Public Gardens Week: 9-18


– Friday, May 9


– Saturday, May 10

 


National Hospital Week: 11-17

National Police Week: 11-17

– Sunday, May 11

Mother’s Day

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