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In from the National Weather Service of Paducah
This Afternoon – A chance of showers and thunderstorms before 2pm, then a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms after 4pm. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 93. West wind 3 to 5 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%.
Tonight – A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms before 1am, then a slight chance of showers between 1am and 5am. Partly cloudy, with a low around 63. Calm wind. Chance of precipitation is 20%.
Saturday – A 10 percent chance of showers before 7am. Mostly sunny, with a high near 90. Calm wind becoming west around 5 mph in the afternoon.
Saturday Night – A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly after 1am. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 66. Calm wind.
Sunda – yA 50 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly sunny, with a high near 88. Calm wind becoming south southwest around 6 mph in the afternoon.
Sunday Night – A chance of showers and thunderstorms before 1am, then showers likely and possibly a thunderstorm between 1am and 4am, then showers likely after 4am. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 65. Calm wind. Chance of precipitation is 60%.
Constitution Week
From the magazine, Mental Floss’s article 21 Things You May Not Know About the U.S. Constitution we bring you today some interesting tid-bits that may surprize you:
The intent was not to create a new constitution –
The delegates didn’t come to Philadelphia intending to write a new constitution—they came to tweak the Articles of Confederation, the original constitution written in 1777 (and later ratified in 1781). But after some deliberation, the attendees realized that the Articles were a mess and needed to be scrapped. One of the primary motivations for starting from scratch was money: At the time, the central government was mired in debt from the Revolutionary War. While the federal government could request money from the states, states were under no obligation to pay. A new constitution could change this.
Benjamin Franklin had to be carried to the convention
At the time, 81-year-old Benjamin Franklin was in awful pain. He had gout and could barely stand. Instead of walking, he arrived at Independence Hall on at least the first couple of days carried by four prisoners from the Walnut Street jail, who ferried him around the city in a sedan chair.
You can read the full article here – 21 Things You May Not Know About the U.S. Constitution
You can learn more about the US Constitution and the freedoms it provides at constitutioncenter.org
Cancer Warriors Walk for Hope
Metropolis Pound Capacity Dangerously High - Adoptable Dogs Available
WMOK – Metropolis, IL – When Metropolis Animal Control Officer John Roman joined us this morning for WMOK’s Coffee Break program, one of his main concerns was the high capacity at the Metropolis Pound.
Roman told WMOK that a lot of owners have abandoned dogs lately; including one owner who advised that the dog did not belong to him only for the microchip to be registered to his address.
Hear our discussion below and share to the community to help locate loving homes for these beautiful canines.
For more information on available dogs call Officer Roman at 1-270-841-1283 or 1-618-638-8217.
I was picked up at Rosebud/Midway Rd. If you know me or my humans plz call Massac County Animal Control at 1-270-841-1283
2 more puppies from the same litter found on Teague Hill Rd. If anyone knows where these puppies belong please call Massac County Animal Control at 1-270-841-1283 or Metropolis Animal Control at 1-618-638-8217
I was found on Country Club Rd/I-24 Overpass. If you know me or my humans plz call Massac County Animal Control at 1-270-841-1283
I was found in the 1800 block of Belgrade Rd If you know me or my humans, plz call Massac County Animal Control at 1-270-841-1283
Massac Unit 1 –CTE Expansion – WMOK Coffee Break – Superintendent Jason Hayes – 9.10 WMOK - Metropolis
September is National Preparedness Month
Halloween Events
National Farm & Ranch Safety and Health Week:14-20
National Medicare Education Week: 15-21
Pollution Prevention Week: 15-21
Constitution Week: 17-23
Friday, September 19, 2025
(WMOK) Metropolis, IL — The Metropolis Public Library is excited to invite crafty people to its community initiative, the Nifty Needles Group. This weekly gathering invites residents aged 11 and up to explore their creativity through knitting, sewing, embroidery, and other personal crafting projects.
Participants will convene in the library’s basement every Friday from 4:30 PM to 5:30 PM to work on their individual projects. This group aims to provide a welcoming space for crafters to focus on their hobbies while enjoying a friendly atmosphere.
“Crafting is a wonderful way to express creativity and connect with others,” said the library’s program coordinator, Colby Kennedy. “We want to create an inclusive environment where individuals can share their skills, learn from one another, and enjoy refreshments provided by the library.”
The Nifty Needles Group is perfect for both beginners learning a new skill and experienced crafters wanting to refine their techniques or tackle larger projects. Participants are encouraged to bring their own supplies and ideas to share.
In addition to hands-on crafting, attendees will have the opportunity to engage in conversation with fellow enthusiasts, fostering a sense of community around shared interests.
The Metropolis Public Library is committed to serving the needs of its diverse population, and this new group is just one of many initiatives aimed at bringing people together through their common interests.
For more information about the Nifty Needles Group, stop by the library or call 618-524-4312.
Saturday, September 20, 2025
Sunday, September 21, 2025
National Farm Safety and Health Week: 21-27
Today is Talk Like a Pirate Day
Established in 1995 by two friends, John Baur (Ol’ Chumbucket) and Mark Summers (Cap’n Slappy), Talk Like a Pirate Day is celebrated annually on September 19th. What started as a humorous conversation between friends quickly turned into a global phenomenon thanks to a column by humorist Dave Barry.
Here are some important words and phrases to know:
Ahoy matey – Hello my friend
Ahoy, Me hearties – Hello to a group
Avast Ye – Stop and look
Aye – Yes
Aye, Aye – Yes but right away
Batten down the hatches – Prepare for a storm
Blow me down – I’m shocked. An expression of disbelief
Booty – Treasure, like gold or jewels
Cutlass – A curved sword
Davey Jones’ locker – The bottom of the ocean
Dead Men Tell No Tales – Dead pirates cannot tell secrets
Doubloons – Spanish gold coins
Fathom – A term of measurement equaling about 6 feet
Grub – Food
Head – The ship’s toilet
Hornswaggle – To cheat
Pieces of Eight – Gold coins
Shiver me Timbers – An expression like Oh Wow
Thar she blows – A whale was spotted
Plunder – To steal
Have Some Fun this afternoon with “What’s Your “Pirate Name”?
Metropolis and Massac County Farmers Market
Saturdays at Dorothy Miller Park in Metropolis
September Happy Hearts Senior Center Menu and Schedule
Cancer Warriors Walk for Hope - Saturday October 4
Registration Has Begun
WMOK School and Sports News
WMOK Livestream
Don’t Miss Massac County Patriot Football on Friday Night
6:30pm – Kim Comer with the evening welcome and top Metropolis news items from the week
We turn it over to WMOK’s Don Sawyer and Jim Prevallet at 6:45pm for the
Acee’s Neighborhood Market Pre – Game Show
7:00pm – Misty Meadows Senior Living Kick-Off
Listen on your radio at 920AM and on the WMOK Livestream
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