Coffee Break – WMOK’s Community Affairs Program –

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, and neighbors from Metropolis and Massac County.
What to Expect: These aren’t just quick clips; they are deep-dive conversations about the projects and people moving our county forward.
Where to Listen: Tune in at 920AM on your radio or catch the conversation streaming worldwide from our website at 920wmok.com.

Hear Coffee Break Segments Below That You May Have Missed

Metropolis City Pool 2026: New Rules, New Rates, and "Teen Passes"

The City of Metropolis is gearing up for the 2026 swim season at the City Pool. WMOK learned during a recent Coffee Break with Mayor Jeffords that several significant changes have been announced to ensure the facility remains a safe, family-friendly environment for local residents. Opening Day: Memorial Day (Monday, Ma...

May 29, 2026 1.15K views

Superintendent Hayes Speaks Exclusively with WMOK: Investigation Finds No Title IX Violations, However Massac Unit #1 Officials Deem Texts "Inappropriate" - WMOK Coffee Break 3.13.26

Originally published 5.13.26 - WMOK - Metropolis, IL - Details of a 2024 Title 9 investigation involving former Massac County High School Athletic Director Patrick Clark have surfaced this week following an open records request by WPSD. The coverage has brought the incident to the forefront of the Massac County communi...

May 27, 2026 849 views

Coffee Break - WMOK's Community Affairs Program -

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, ...

Jun 10, 2026 406 views

Sheriff Kaylor Approaches Retirement from the Massac County Sheriff's Department - WMOK Metropolis

*Under Construction* WMOK - Massac County, IL - As Massac County Sheriff Chad Kaylor prepares to retire from the position this fall, we begin a look back, rather a listen; on some of the memorable moments from his tenure with the Massac County Sheriff's Department.

Jun 05, 2026 326 views

From the WMOK Text Line: ""What is the latest news on Massac Solar Farm?""

From the WMOK Text Line: Text us at 618-524-9209 As a reminder of the ways you can use the WMOK Text Line, we'll share with you a question we received yesterday evening: "What is the latest news on Massac Solar Farm?" As of our last update, the public hearing has been held, and we await further information. ...

Jun 04, 2026 204 views

A Look Back at the 1984 Lisa Carnes Case Ahead of Next Week's Bradfield Hearing

WMOK - Metropolis, IL - As the pre-trial hearing for George E. Bradfield approaches next week, the community continues to reflect on a case that has spanned more than four decades. The legal proceedings mark a major milestone in a mystery that began on March 30, 1984, when the body of 26-year-old Lisa Ann Carnes was di...

May 19, 2026 169 views

4th Annual Senior Health & Fitness Day Coming to Fort Massac State Park

Massac Memorial Hospital has announced the return of the 4th Annual Senior Health & Fitness Day, scheduled for Tuesday, May 27, 2025. The event will take place at Fort Massac State Park, located at 1308 East 5th Street in Metropolis, from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM. This free community gathering is specifically designed t...

May 26, 2026 111 views

Seconds vs. Hours: Sheriff Chad Kaylor Illustrates the Evolution of Law Enforcement Tech Through 1984 Cold Case

WMOK - METROPOLIS, IL - Tracking down a lead in a modern criminal investigation often takes just a few keystrokes from a squad car laptop. But in 1984, that same piece of information required hours of manual labor, long-distance phone calls, and physical paper trails. During a recent discussion regarding the 1984 Lisa ...

May 28, 2026 91 views

Inside the Trial Logistics: Witness Travel, Jury Selection, and Courtroom Preparation

WMOK - Metropolis, IL - In the second portion of our discussion regarding the upcoming George Bradfield trial, Massac County Sheriff Chad Kaylor pulled back the curtain on the immense behind-the-scenes logistics required to pull off a major case. While some elements can be put into motion in the blink of an eye, coordi...

Jun 11, 2026 84 views

Superman Celebration Logistics: The View from the Sheriff's Office

WMOK - Metropolis, IL - The upcoming Superman Celebration brings incredible energy to Metropolis, but for the Massac County Sheriff's Office-situated right on Superman Square-it also requires some careful logistical planning. Sheriff Chad Kaylor shared a behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to keep operations runnin...

Jun 10, 2026 84 views

Metropolis Superman Celebration in Search of Local Ambassadors

Jun 02, 2026 77 views

Metropolis Partners with IHDA for Housing Study to Spark Community Revitalization - WMOK Talks with Mayor Jeffords

WMOK - Metropolis, IL - The City of Metropolis has announced a new partnership with the Illinois Housing Development Authority (IHDA) to revitalize the community and foster growth. A key element of this initiative is an extensive survey conducted by IHDA to assess the current housing landscape in Metropolis. This in-de...

May 28, 2026 42 views

From COVID-19 Pivot to Cold Case Pre-Trials: The Role of Zoom in the Courtroom

WMOK - Metropolis, IL - The 1984 cold case murder of Lisa Carnes has returned to the forefront for residents listening in Metropolis and Massac County Illinois. George E. Bradfield, currently facing five counts of murder in connection to the 42-year-old case, is moving through the essential phase of weekly pre-trial st...

Jun 09, 2026 39 views