Audio: Metropolis Abatements and Ordinance: An Update from Officer John Roman – April 2024 – WMOK Coffee Break

METROPOLIS, IL - The Massac County State's Attorney's Office has announced a press conference scheduled for this afternoon, April 24, 2026, regarding a 1984 Death Investigation. While officials were unable to confirm any information regarding confirming the topic when we spoke with them earlier this morning, WMOK has i...

The Coffee Break is a long-standing tradition for those listening in Metropolis, Massac County, and beyond. Airing select weekdays following the 8 a.m. News Check, it's a chance to settle in and hear what's really happening across our local communities. Who's Talking: We visit with local leaders, community organizers, ...

METROPOLIS, IL - WMOK recently sat down with Metropolis Animal Control Officer John Roman to catch up on Animal Control business in the city. Pound Capacity and a Search for "Bella's" Owner During the update, Roman noted that the city's pound capacity was holding steady at five. While the facility works to ma...

The Massac County Highway Department has announced the impending installation of a concrete box culvert on Country Club Road, set to begin this spring. Starting April 13, 2026, a section of the road will be closed between North Avenue and Carriage Lane. Residents and commuters are encouraged to plan alternate routes to...

The Superman Celebration in 2026 marks the triumphant return of carnival rides, a long-awaited feature since the pandemic. Following COVID-19, many smaller carnival companies were forced to close, leaving limited options for bookings. Monica Williams Obermark from the Metropolis Chamber of Commerce worked tirelessly to...