(WMOK) Metropolis, IL – As we’ve spoken with Metropolis Public Safety Director and Police
Chief Harry Masse continues to remind us of Fire Safety during the Winter.
Listen below as Masse explains the dangers of using improper extension cords or misusing them in the home.
Hear our discussion in the Soundcloud player below – touch the play button or listen in browser
Thursday WMOK News Check Yellow Sheet - August 6, 2026 - Metropolis and Massac County News
2h ago
Time Running Out for Back-to-School Physicals and Dental Exams, Warns Rural Health, Inc.
With another school year fast approaching, Rural Health, Inc. (RHI) is reminding families across Massac, Johnson, and Union counties that available clinic appointments are filling up rapidly. Officials are urging parents not to delay scheduling mandatory back-to-school health checkups, sports physicals, dental exams, a...
3h ago
Chief Masse Looks Back on July 4th Weekend and Talks About Upcoming Events
WMOK - Metropolis, IL - Metropolis Police Chief Harry Masse recently reflected on the Fourth of July holiday weekend, expressing gratitude to the community for an overall safe and orderly celebration across Massac County. Chief Masse addressed the Friday evening fireworks delay, explaining that severe weather forced th...
7h ago
Joppa Resident Arrested on Multiple Traffic-Related Charges
METROPOLIS, IL - A Joppa resident was taken into custody following an arrest in Metropolis late last week. According to an arrest summary released by the Metropolis Police Department, 29-year-old Darrion T. Greer of Joppa was arrested on Friday, July 24, 2026. Greer was charged with: Driving while license suspended Ope...
10h ago
Have Your Say: Illinois Department of Transportation Launching Annual Traveler Opinion Survey
WMOK - Metropolis, IL - The Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) is seeking input from local drivers and commuters through its annual Illinois Traveler Opinion Survey. Conducted in partnership with the Center for State Policy and Leadership at the University of Illinois Springfield (UIS), the survey gives resid...
Aug 05, 2026
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