Metropolis Man Charged with Aggravated Discharge of a Firearm

(WMOK – Metropolis, IL) Justin L Eades received a verdict of guilty on April 5th for the crime of Aggravated Discharge of a Firearm regarding an incident that took place in March of 2022 in which shots were fired in the 300 block of Oak Drive in Metropolis.  Eades was accused of discharging a firearm in the direction of a vehicle that he knew to be occupied.  The jury returned a verdict of not guilty on a charge of Attempt (First Degree Murder).  Eades faces an additional charge of Possession of a Firearm by a Felon.

Massac County State’s Attorney Josh Stratemeyer represented the People and was assisted by Assistant State’s Attorney Mark Hunter.

Stratemeyer said, “The quality investigation conducted by the Metropolis Police Department and the assistance of the Illinois State Police Crime Scene Investigator and the testimony of certain eye witnesses was crucial in the State obtaining a conviction for Aggravated Discharge of a Firearm.”

Aggravated Discharge of a Firearm is a Class 1 Felony which carries a possible penalty of 4 to 15 years in the Illinois Department of Corrections.

The defendant is being held in custody without bail at the Massac County Detention Center pending sentencing on May 19th.

Vendors Needed – Opening Day for the Massac County Farmers Market is Saturday

Massac County Farm Bureau Manager Alexis Shreves has advised that the opening day for the Massac County Farmers market will be April Saturday 15th

This year the market will take place at Dorothy Miller park – east Front Street in Metropolis and will be open Saturdays from 7 am- 12 pm.

There is no fee to set up at the Massac County Farmers Market however it is asked that vendors register with Alexis.  You can call Alexis at 618-524-5811 or email at MassacFB1@gmail.com.

Alexis told WMOK this morning on Coffee Break that she has several new vendors lined up for the Market – produce, eggs, plants, jewelry and crafts and live chicks.  Gary Verbarg has updated that he will be there with cabbage, banana peppers, jalapeno peppers, broccoli, and red and yellow tomatoes.

Alexis continues to follow up with vendors and contact new ones.  Alexis advised that there is plenty of space available for vendors at Dorothy Miller Park and she hopes that folks will take advantage of the opportunity to share their wares.

Hear our discussion with Alexis about the Massac County Farmers Market below:

COPE Food Pantry Distribution takes place today and Friday this week from 9am until 3pm at 1013 North Avenue in Metropolis.  Please bring your photo ID and proof of Massac County residency.  

COPE Food Pantry Distribution takes place in Brookport this week at the Harry Statham Gymnasium on Thursday from 9am until Noon.

Weaver Creek Food Pantry 2997 North Ave., Metropolis takes place on Thursday from 9A-3P – for more information call (618)524-4863

See WMOK’s full listing of local pantries here

Use the resiliency and sustainability of plants to naturally beautify your garden

12-1pm – Massac Memorial Hospital –  Community Lunch-n-Learn. Ashley Hagerty, PA, will be speaking on the importance of managing your blood pressure. Why is blood pressure control so important to your health? When your blood pressure is high: You are 4 times more likely to die from a stroke. You are 3 times more likely to die from heart disease. Seating is limited so please reserve your spot and enjoy a FREE lunch with them! To reserve your spot please call 618-638-1348.

Metropolis Public Library To Hold Library Book Club Planning Meetings in April