Progress Update: Happy Hearts Senior Center Taking Shape

The Happy Hearts Senior Center remains a fantastic resource for those seeking to enhance their social wellness at any time of the year. Located at 7th and Pearl Streets in Metropolis, in the former IGA building, the center offers a welcoming environment for connection and community. Join them for Coffee Time, held ever...

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Massac Memorial Hospital has announced the return of the 4th Annual Senior Health & Fitness Day, scheduled for Tuesday, May 27, 2025. The event will take place at Fort Massac State Park, located at 1308 East 5th Street in Metropolis, from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM. This free community gathering is specifically designed t...

Chicago - Attorney General Kwame Raoul today, as part of a coalition of 17 attorneys general, filed an amicus brief in support of a lawsuit challenging the Trump administration's erosion of a long-established, successful program offering economic opportunities to blind Americans. The Randolph-Sheppard Act, enacted in 1...

WMOK - Metropolis, IL - COPE Food Pantry remains a vital resource for Massac County residents, providing essential nutrition across three convenient locations. Notably, the Brookport distribution has moved as of February 2026 to better serve the community. Residents are reminded to bring a photo ID and proof of Massac ...