WMOK News Check “Yellow Sheet” – Wednesday – June 28, 2023

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Today- Mostly Sunny 92°

Sunset in Metropolis – 8:19 PM
Tonight – Partly Cloudy 73°

The National Weather Service in Paducah has issued a Hazardous Weather Outlook statement, an Air Quality Alert, and a

Heat Advisory in effect from June 29, 11:00 AM CDT until June 30, 08:00 PM CDT

Today and Tonight There is a chance of thunderstorms late tonight across the Evansville Tri-State. The main hazards with storms will be lightning and heavy rain though gusty winds and large hail cannot be ruled out.

Thursday through Tuesday A Heat Advisory is in effect for Thursday afternoon through Friday early evening for the entire forecast area. Peak heat indices in the southwestern half of the Quad State could reach 110 each afternoon while heat indices in the northeastern half will be closer to 105.

Small chances of thunderstorms continue Thursday and Friday, mainly across Southwest Indiana, Southeast Illinois, and the Pennyrile region of West Kentucky. The main hazards will be lightning and heavy rain though a few strong to severe storms are possible Thursday morning.

The chance of thunderstorms will increase over the holiday weekend, especially Saturday and Saturday night. Some of these storms may contain gusty winds, along with lightning and heavy rain. Thunderstorm potential decreases to the slight chance range early next week, mainly during the afternoon hours.

Massac County Sheriff Chad Kaylor advised on this morning’s WMOK Coffee Break that the Massac County Courthouse Basement will be available as a cooling shelter on Thursday and Friday. Hear more in today’s WMOK News Check below:

Sheriff Kaylor Updates WMOK Regarding Thefts and Burglaries at Two Massac County Churches –

(WMOK) Metropolis, IL – A theft at Hillerman Missionary Baptist Church in Grand Chain makes the second theft incident at a Massac County Church in two weekends. The first being at New Hope Baptist Church in New Columbia.

Massac County Sheriff Chad Kaylor joined us this morning for Coffee Break this morning and spoke with us in detail – before issuing a media release.

Kaylor told WMOK that the Sheriff’s Office received a report that someone had entered and burglarized the New Hope Church in the New Columbia community of Massac County on the weekend of June 17th.

The following weekend,a report came in of a theft at the Hillerman Missionary Baptist Church in Grand Chain. At Hillerman, air conditioning units were stolen from the outside of the building. Kaylor advised that often these are stolen so that the copper can be removed and taken for scrap.

The Sheriff told us that they have been canvasing the communities in which the incidents took place and the incidents remain under investigation. Sheriff Kaylor asks that if anyone has anything to report regarding suspicious people, vehicles or activities – during the weekend of June 17th in the New Hope Church community – during the weekend of June 24th in the Hillerman Church community – to please contact the Massac County Sheriff’s Office at 618-524-2912.

Hear our discussion below:

WMOK – Metropolis · Massac County Sheriff Chad Kaylor Massac County Church Thefts June 2023 – WMOK Pre – SO Release

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MCDAC First Ever Laundry Event Serves 42 Residents

The Massac County drug awareness coalition recently held their first ever laundry event in Massac county.

The event was held earlier in June and was done in an effort to provide folks an opportunity to launder their clothes at no charge.

Massac County Drug Awareness Coalition director Holly Windhorst told WMOK they had a pretty good turnout for the first event.

MCDAC Director Holly Windhorst: “We paid for 42 loads of laundry. We are definitely planning to do this again. We had several people sign up for our email newsletter and want to learn more about the coalition.”

To learn more about Massac County Drug Awareness Coalition And subscribe to their newsletter click here

Today Is:

The National Day of Joy! Celebrate the National Day of Joy on the last Wednesday of June, which falls on June 28 this year. We want to observe it by finding happiness outside the norms that society calls for. The search for joy is often attributed to material possessions but neglects family. National Day of Joy started when caregivers realized how important it is for senior people to be joyful. Enjoying everyday moments improves general well-being. It is not based on outward circumstances. This includes wealth and prestige. It is an ability to rejoice at all times and over the small things.

Massac County Food and Clothing Pantry Listing

Massac County Food and Clothing Pantries are available to those in need of assistance – We encourage our community members who are able to select a food pantry from the listing and help to keep it stocked.

If you are aware of other pantries in Massac County or if you are aware that an organization has made changes to the information shown here – please let us know:

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See the WMOK Food and Clothing Pantry Listing for Massac County Here

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Tha Massac County Farmers Market takes place on Saturdays from 7-Noon at Dorothy Miller Park ((East front street – with the lighthouse))

Mr Verbarg let us know at WMOK this morning that he will be in attendance tomorrow. He’ll have zucchini and yellow squash available.

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Wednesday, June 28

9a – 3p – COPE Food Pantry takes place in Metropolis today and every Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 1013 North Avenue – please bring your photo ID and proof of Massac County residency.

9am-3:30pm Massac Mobile Health – Every Wednesday – Brookport- by City Hall – 618-638-1341

5-7P – Trinity Tree of Life Food Pantry 605 Metropolis St (Every Wednesday)

Jun 28 – Sunday, Jul 2 Metropolis, IL Mathews Archery Pro/Am ASA Archery Competition – Get Ready to Aim for the Prize: ASA Archery Competition Returns to Metropolis, IL! Exciting news for all professional and amateur archery enthusiasts out there! For over 20 years, Metropolis, IL has been hosting a highly anticipated ASA Championship at Mermet Lake State Fish and Wildlife area with thousands of dollars at stake. And guess what? It’s that time of year again and we can’t wait to welcome back all the talented shooters! Get ready to showcase your shooting skills and compete with the best archers around. So don’t wait any longer – register now o and be a part of the action-packed event. Head over to the ASA website to learn more about registration and tournament details.

Thursday, June 29

Massac Mobile Health – Every Thursday – Golconda-NOW Chocolate Factory parking lot 9am-3:30pm – 618-638-1341

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

Friday, June 30

9a – 3p – COPE Food Pantry takes place in Metropolis today and every Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 1013 North Avenue – please bring your photo ID and proof of Massac County residency.

12-1P – Massac Memorial Medical Clinics presents Free Community Health Lunch-N-Learn. Join them for a free lunch as Jennifer Kennedy, APRN will be talking about memory loss and cognitive change. Types, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment. This will be held at the Massac Memorial Medical Clinic, 1204 W. 10th St. There is limited seating for the first 15 to RSVP. To RSVP call (618) 638-1348.

Saturday, July 1

7A-12P – Massac County Farmer’s Market – Dorothy Miller Park

4P– The City of Brookport will have their parade at 5P. Parade line up will be 4 to 4:30P, then on to the Brookport Park at 5P. The parade will disperse, festivities will be held around the Concession Stand. They are looking for vendors that would like to set up. They are trying to get a car club set up in fields for folks to admire and they hope to have the local Rock Climber trucks back out. There is more to be announced. If you would like to be a vendor, you can contact Lori @ Brookport city hall (618)- 564-2351 for set up details.

5P – The City Of Golconda Fireworks

Dusk– Metropolis fireworks on the Ohio River Front

Prior to the Fireworks – the Hometown Celebration will take place beginning at 6:00 pm. The entry fee is $5.00 to enjoy the inflatables and all proceeds will benefit the Harrah’s Back to School Supply Giveaway