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Harrah’s Metropolis to Host Back to School Supply Giveaway at Metropolis Community Center

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Jul 27, 2026 | 3:00 PM
Harrah's Metropolis to Host Back to School Supply Giveaway at Metropolis Community Center


METROPOLIS, IL — Local families gearing up for the upcoming school year will have an opportunity to pick up free supplies and access health resources later this week in Metropolis.

Harrah’s Metropolis, along with local partners including the Massac County Drug Awareness Coalition, will host the annual Back to School Supply Giveaway & More on Wednesday, July 29, at the Metropolis Community Center.

The event is set to kick off in two phases:

  • 4:00 PM: Dental Safari and Massac Memorial Hospital will be on-site providing health resources and services.

  • 5:00 PM: The official school supply giveaway begins.

Organizers expressed gratitude to all of the local businesses and organizations that donated supplies, time, and volunteer efforts to help support area students for the upcoming school year.

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