Hello, Metropolis, Massac County and Beyond! ☀️ Good morning from the WMOK studio!
Today’s Sun & Sky
-
Sunrise: 6:07 AM CDT
-
Sunset: 7:52 PM CDT
Forecast Highlights
-
Conditions: Sunny in Metropolis, IL
-
High/Low: High of 93°F | Low of 75°F
-
Winds: Southwest at 10 mph
-
Rain Chance: 0% during the day (10% overnight)
Live Stream
-
Listen Live: Listen Now – WMOK Live Stream
Commute & Traffic Updates
-
I-24 & Brookport Bridge Traffic: Check real-time traffic conditions via Waze before hitting the road.
Get a live view of I-24 and Brookport Bridge Traffic via Waze
- Today’s News Check: Tap Listen in Browser or hit the Play button on the SoundCloud player below to catch the latest local updates.
City of Metropolis Announces Quarterly Summer Clean Up Week
By WMOK – Metropolis, IL
The City of Metropolis, in partnership with Bulldog Systems, has officially kicked off its Summer Clean Up Week, running through Friday, August 14th. City officials emphasize that this disposal event is available for this week ONLY as part of a quarterly clean-up schedule.
Residents participating in the clean-up must follow specific guidelines to ensure their items are collected:
-
Placement: All extra items MUST be set out at the regular pick-up point, within 5 feet of the normal trash container.
-
Containment: All discarded items MUST be bagged or contained.
-
Bundling: Any loose materials MUST be securely bundled so that a single worker can easily handle them.
-
Timing: Trash containers and extra clean-up materials must be out on the normal collection day by no later than 6:00 AM.
Certain items are strictly prohibited and will not be collected during the event. Prohibited materials include:
-
Tires, batteries, and auto parts
-
Hazardous or medical waste
-
Electronics of any kind
-
Appliances and satellites
-
Yard waste
-
Flammable liquids and wet paint (paint cans are only accepted if completely empty or dry)
-
Construction and demolition debris
Residents seeking additional details or clarification regarding acceptable items can contact Bulldog Systems directly at 1-877-285-3479, or reach out to the Metropolis Mayor’s Office at 618-524-4016.
Local Topics We're Working on at WMOK
Hear Various Coffee Breaks with Mayor Jeffords Below:
Coming Up in Metropolis and Massac County
Saturday and Sunday in Metropolis
Saturday, August 15
Feelin’ Good Summer Concert Series Finale Features Wildflower Honey and The Hot Biscuits
WMOK – METROPOLIS, IL — The City National Bank of Metropolis and the Greater Metropolis Convention & Visitors Bureau are coming together to host a special event to wrap up the beloved seasonal music showcase with a grand finale at Washington Park.
The event, titled “Wildflower Honey and The Hot Biscuits at CNB’s Feelin’ Good Summer Concerts at the Gazebo!” is set for Saturday, August 15, 2026, from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM.
Local residents, music lovers, and families are invited to gather around the park gazebo for two entertaining hours of live music, celebrating the end of the summer concert series. Attendees are encouraged to bring their lawn chairs and blankets to relax and enjoy the evening’s performance in the heart of Metropolis.
Sunday, August 16
(1977) Anniversary of the passing of Elvis Presley
31st Annual Gospel Benefit Concert Features The Hoppers Live at First Methodist Church
WMOK – Metropolis, IL – Legendary Southern Gospel group The Hoppers will headline the 31st Annual Gospel Benefit Concert for Cancer on Thursday, August 20, at First Methodist Church. The evening of music, fellowship, and support for a vital cause will begin at 6:30 PM.
Known as “America’s Favorite Family of Gospel Music,” The Hoppers have brought their distinctive harmonies to audiences across the country for over six decades. The Gospel Music Hall of Fame inductees are celebrated for signature hits such as “Jerusalem,” “Shout 21st Century,” and “Yes I Am.”
Event Details:
-
Event: 31st Annual Gospel Benefit Concert
-
Featured Artist: The Hoppers
-
Date: Thursday, August 20, 2026
-
Time: 6:30 PM
-
Location: First Methodist Church
The entire community is invited to gather for an inspiring night of worship while supporting local efforts in the fight against cancer.
‘American Pickers’ Heading Back to Illinois this September: How Local Collectors Can Pitch Their ‘Rusty Gold’
-
WMOK – Massac County, IL – The hit History Channel documentary series American Pickers has announced plans to return to Illinois and Iowa to film new episodes throughout September 2026.
The documentary show follows skilled pickers across the country on a mission to hunt down America’s most valuable antiques, rescue forgotten relics, and give historically significant objects a brand-new lease on life. In addition to rare and unique items, the show focuses heavily on unforgettable local characters, their personal stories, and their private collections.
Producers are currently seeking local leads across the area for large, rare collections and items the Pickers have never seen before. If area residents or someone they know has a unique collection, a story to tell, and is ready to sell, the production team wants to hear from them.
What the Pickers Are Looking For
The producers are specifically hunting for specific types of vintage items, including:
Motorcycles & scooters
Old signs & advertising
Vintage toys
Oil & gas items
Pedal cars & bicycles
Early furniture
Vending & pinball machines
Jukeboxes
Folk art
Military items
Taxidermy
Submission Guidelines & Rules
Private Collections Only: The Pickers exclusively visit private collections. They do not pick stores, flea markets, malls, auction businesses, museums, or any locations open to the general public.
Required Information: Submissions must include full name, town & state, phone number, location where the collection is housed, and a detailed description of the items with photos attached.
How to Submit: Email leads directly to americanpickers@cineflix.com or call and leave a message at (646) 493-2184.
WMOK Coffee Break
WMOK's Coffee Break Program:
We invite you to text
questions and topics for our guests to
618-524-9209
We invite you to text
questions and topics for our guests to
618-524-9209
Happy Hearts Senior Center Menu
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 every morning at 7 AM. It’s a wonderful opportunity to relax, play card games, browse the internet, or enjoy a good book in their cozy foyer. Don’t forget to pick up the latest menu to discover all the exciting offerings at Happy Hearts!
For just a $1.00 donation, you can enjoy unlimited coffee.
If you’d like to stay for lunch, a delicious meal is served at 11:30 AM for a suggested $3.00 donation.
The center stays open until 2 PM, allowing ample time to socialize and unwind.
Follow the Happy Hearts Facebook Page Here
Looking Back at the Massac County Fairgrounds: Share Your Memories with WMOK
WMOK – Metropolis, IL — WMOK is taking listeners and local residents on a nostalgic trip down memory lane with a special look back at the historic Massac County Fairgrounds.
The featured aerial photograph highlights the bustling layout of the fairgrounds from years past, capturing iconic community landmarks that defined generations of local history.
The labeled overhead view displays several remembered locations across the grounds, including the original WMOK transmitter building perched at the top left (it’s bigger, but we’re still in it), the skating rink, the racetrack and central Trout Pond, and Metropolis Stables along the north side. The photo also highlights the grandstand, the fairgrounds midway, Parr’s Grill, Miller’s Motel (Park Court), the Miller family residence, and the nearby Illinois Central Railroad tracks running along Highway 45 near Fort Massac State Park.
Massac County residents and area locals are encouraged to click on the image in the post to examine the historical layout up close and drop their own memories of days gone by at the fairgrounds in the comment section. Whether it was attending the fair, skating with friends, watching the races, or grabbing a bite at Parr’s Grill, WMOK invites the community to join the conversation and help piece together the local history of these cherished landmarks.
Job and Career Listings
WMOK School and Sports News
Massac County Patriots Football Returns to WMOK for the 2026/2027 Season
WMOK – Metropolis, IL — High school football is officially back as the Massac County Patriots prepare to kick off their 2026/2027 season, with WMOK set to broadcast every play, touchdown, and barn burner all season long.
Patriot Nation, get ready! Whether you’re listening in Metropolis, Unionville, Joppa, up on the bluff in New Columbia, or anywhere listening in Massac County Illinois and Beyond, WMOK has your front-row seat to Patriot football. Listeners can catch all the action live on the radio at 920AM on your radio or streaming worldwide from our website at 920wmok.com.
The Patriots kick off their campaign on the road two weeks from tomorrow, heading to West Frankfort on Friday, August 21, for a 7:00 PM kickoff under Head Coach Jacob Collins. The full 2026 Patriots regular season broadcast schedule on WMOK includes:
-
Aug 21 (Fri): @ West Frankfort (Away)
-
Aug 27 (Thu): vs. Vienna (Home)
-
Sep 04 (Fri): vs. Anna-Jonesboro (Home)
-
Sep 11 (Fri): vs. Murphysboro (Home)
-
Sep 18 (Fri): @ Harrisburg (Away)
-
Sep 25 (Fri): @ Herrin (Away)
-
Oct 02 (Fri): vs. Carterville (Homecoming)
-
Oct 09 (Fri): vs. Salem (Senior Night)
-
Oct 16 (Fri): @ Pinckneyville (Away)
To learn how sponsoring Massac County sports on WMOK can put you in the ears of Patriot fans, contact us via the WMOK Text Line at 618-524-9209.
Most Viewed This Week:
Recently Published:
