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Wednesday, May 22, 2024 (CDT)
Sunset in Metropolis, IL

5:40 AM
Thursday, May 23, 2024 (CDT)
Sunrise in Metropolis, IL

This Afternoon – A chance of showers and thunderstorms, then showers likely and possibly a thunderstorm after 4pm. Partly sunny, with a high near 84. South wind 6 to 8 mph becoming west in the afternoon. Chance of precipitation is 60%.

Tonight – A chance of showers and thunderstorms, then showers likely and possibly a thunderstorm after 1am. Some of the storms could be severe. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 63. South southwest wind around 5 mph becoming calm in the evening. Chance of precipitation is 60%.

Thursday – Showers likely and possibly a thunderstorm before 1pm, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms after 1pm. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 81. Calm wind becoming south southwest around 6 mph in the morning. Chance of precipitation is 70%.

Thursday Night – A chance of showers and thunderstorms, then showers likely and possibly a thunderstorm after 1am. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 66. Calm wind. Chance of precipitation is 60%.

Friday – Showers likely and possibly a thunderstorm before 1pm, then showers and thunderstorms likely between 1pm and 4pm, then showers likely and possibly a thunderstorm after 4pm. Partly sunny, with a high near 83. South wind 5 to 9 mph, with gusts as high as 18 mph. Chance of precipitation is 70%.

Friday Night – Showers and thunderstorms likely before 4am, then a chance of showers. Partly cloudy, with a low around 66. South wind around 6 mph becoming calm after midnight. Chance of precipitation is 60%.

Saturday – A slight chance of showers, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms after 7am. Mostly sunny, with a high near 84. Calm wind becoming west around 5 mph in the afternoon. Chance of precipitation is 40%.

Dakota McGinnis Talks with WMOK About the Metropolis Chamber of Commerce American Flag Program

WMOK – Metropolis · Dakota McGinnis Talks About The Metrop Chamber Flag Program 5.10.24

Memorial Day on Monday

(WMOK) Metropolis, IL – Memorial Day is one week from today. Often thought of as the beginning of Summer the meaning of Memorial Day has nothing to do with grilling hamburgers or packing to take a vacation.

What is Memorial Day?

Memorial Day is a federal holiday in the United States observed annually on the last Monday in May. It is a day to remember and honor the men and women who died while serving in the United States Armed Forces

Metropolis Events – Memorial Day Service
Monday, May 27 – Veterans’ Memorial Park – Next to the Metropolis Library

Memorial Day is also considered the beginning of Summer Fun

The Metropolis City Pool is opening its gates on Memorial Day, May 27th, and will be open from noon until 7. The pool will remain open throughout the Summer until its final day on Saturday, August 10th, with hours from noon until 5.

The Metropolis City Pool also offers swim lessons and swim parties. For more information, call the Metropolis City Hall at (618)524-4016.

The City National Bank will provide its Summer Concerts at the Gazebo series again this Summer.

The Metropolis and Massac County Farmers Market is in full swing. Metropolis and Massac County Farmers Market takes place on Saturdays from 7A-12P. It takes place at Dorothy Miller Park on East Front St, overlooking the beautiful Ohio River, the park with the lighthouse.

In larger events, the Superman Celebration is scheduled for June 7-9.

For 45 years, the Metropolis Chamber of Commerce, City of Metropolis and the Greater Metropolis Convention & Visitors Bureau have hosted the Metropolis Superman Celebration. What started as a 1-day event for the local community has grown into a 4-day extravaganza celebrating all things Super and welcoming fans from around the globe.

The Matthews Pro/Am Archery Tournament is scheduled for June 27-30 in Metropolis, Il. This event is a part of the Archery Shooters Association (ASA) Pro/Am tour and will feature professional and amateur archers competing in various divisions. The tournament will include 2 rounds of twenty targets, with the highest scores qualifying for the shoot-down to determine the winners. This event is a great opportunity for archery enthusiasts to compete and watch top archers in action.

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New Metropolis Sales Tax Begins in July - WMOK Talks with Mayor Jeffords

When Metropolis Mayor Gregg Jeffords joined us recently at WMOK for our Coffee Break Program, we discussed the 1% Sales Tax to take effect in Metropolis in July. Hear our complete discussion on the topic in the Soundcloud player below:

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Public Hearing Scheduled for Proposed Solar Energy Facility in Massac and Johnson Counties

WMOK - Metropolis, IL The Massac County Board of Commissioners is inviting the community to participate in a Public Hearing on Tuesday, April 14, 2026, from 7 PM to 9 PM. The event will take place in the large courtroom of the Massac County Courthouse, located at 2 Superman Square, Metropolis, Illinois. This Public Hea...

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Tuesday WMOK Yellow Sheet - March 31, 2026 - Metropolis and Massac County News

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WMOK Community Events Listing

Coming in May on WMOK's Coffee Break Program:

To hear WMOK Coffee Breaks you may have missed – visit our archives —> https://www.920wmok.com/coffee-break-2/

To suggest a guest or send questions
for our guests or other topics of interest

text 618-524-9209

Metropolis Drugs 1 on East 5th Street in Metropolis
Caring for you and about you since 1975

COPE Food Pantry Distribution takes place:

-Metropolis every Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 1013 North Avenue

-Brookport on the second and fourth Thursday of each month

Please bring your photo ID and proof of Massac County residency.

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Sponsorships begin at $40 per week

Text 618-524-9209 for more information

Metropolis Drugs 1 on East 5th Street in Metropolis
Caring for you and about you since 1975

Happening Wednesday!

Wednesday, May 22

9A-3P – COPE Metropolis Distribution – 1013 North Ave., Metropolis – Mon, Wed, and Fridays (618)524-3635. Please bring your Photo ID and proof of Massac County residency.

Sponsorships begin at $40 per week

Text 618-524-9209 for more information

Happening Thursday and Friday!

Thursday, May 23

9A- 12P – COPE Brookport Distribution – Christian Church building that is directly behind the Harry Statham gymnasium. Every 2nd & 4th Thursday of the month (618)524-3635.

11A-3P – Free Laundry Event Come wash up to 3 loads of laundry on MCDAC. This will take place at Super Suds Coin Laundry on 5th and Scott Streets. Detergent and dryer sheets provided.

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

Happening Saturday!

Saturday, May 25

7A – 12P – Metropolis and Massac County Farmers Market – Vendors may begin setting up at 6am – Check in with Kim Comer or Angie Lockard upon arrival. 7am to Noon – Dorothy Miller Park on East Front Street in Metropolis – the Park with the Lighthouse overlooking the Ohio River! Rain or shine – excluding “severe weather” To vend = text 270-243-2635.

City National Bank Free Summer Concerts at the Gazebo

CNB’s Good Vibes Summer Concerts are bringing the heat to your favorite spot in town – the Gazebo! With an electrifying lineup of artists ready to set the stage on fire, this is the summer event you don’t want to miss!

Concerts will take place at the Gazebo in Washington Park in Metropolis, Il at 6:30P. On Friday, May 31st Blake Brown will be the performer!

Get Your Event in the WMOK Community Events Listing

How to Submit Your Event:

Via email to WMOKnews@frontier.com with the words “upcoming event” in the subject line

Via Facebook Messenger on the WMOK Facebook page

Via Text – 618-524-9209

Via Walk-In – Lobby Hours 8am to 10:30 or by appointment (text 618-524-9209)

Via Mail – 339 Fairgrounds Road, Metropolis IL 62960

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Metropolis Public Library Amnesty Month

May 1 – May 31

May 2024 is Amnesty Month at the Metropolis Public Library!

Have you ever realized you still had an old library book for months, or even years? It happens! Don’t let the fear of fines keep you from getting the most out of your library.

If you have any library materials, no matter how long you’ve had them, return them this month and the late fines will be forgiven, no questions asked.