Massac County School and Sports News
Metropolis Public Library Offers Weekly Kids Club and Take-and-Make Crafts for Families
WMOK - METROPOLIS, Ill. - The Metropolis Public Library continues to offer programs for young readers and their families, including a weekly Kids Club and take-and-make craft bags that families can pick up and complete at home. The take-and-makes are a passive program, with craft bags put together by library staff in b...
Nov 6, 2026
Ranger Pride Takes Center Stage: Fall and Winter "Meet the Teams" Set for Saturday, November 7th
WMOK - Joppa, IL - Ranger fans, mark your calendars for a full evening of school spirit, food, and community celebration as the Athletic Booster Club hosts the annual Fall and Winter "Meet the Teams" night on Saturday, November 7th. The festivities kick off with food served from 4:30 PM to 5:30 PM. Attendees ...
Nov 4, 2026
Harry Statham Youth League Basketball and Cheerleading Registration Open for Young Athletes
WMOK - Metropolis, IL - Basketball season is approaching across the region, and online registration is officially open for the Harry Statham Youth League basketball and cheerleading programs. For families in Metropolis and Massac County, Illinois, and beyond, this youth league offers a fantastic opportunity for young a...
Nov 4, 2026
Massac County Patriot Basketball Season Set to Begin - Meet the Patriots is set for Friday, November 20, 2026, at 6:30 p.m.
WMOK - Metropolis, IL - The Massac County Patriots are getting ready to tip off the 2026-27 boys basketball season, and fans won't have to wait long to meet this year's team. Meet the Patriots is set for Friday, November 20, 2026, at 6:30 p.m. for boys basketball, at the Massac County High School Gym. The season itself...
Oct 27, 2026
Metropolis McDonald's Host Community Night to Benefit Brookport Elementary
METROPOLIS, IL - Area residents will have a chance to enjoy a quick meal while giving back to local education this week. On Tuesday, October 27, the Metropolis McDonald's will host a special community fundraiser supporting Brookport Elementary School. The event runs from 5:00 P.M. to 7:00 P.M. Community members, parent...
Oct 26, 2026
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Without the Sponsorships of our hometown businesses the broadcast of Massac County Sports on WMOK would not be possible
The broadcast and coverage of local high school athletics across Metropolis and Massac County are made possible through the generous support of our area business community.
WMOK extends its gratitude to the following local businesses and organizations partnering to bring coverage of Massac County sports to Patriot fans listening in Metropolis, Massac County, and beyond:
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Presenting Partner: Super City Cleaners
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Broadcast Booth Partner: Metropolis Big John
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Scoreboard Feature: Massac Memorial Hospital
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Pre-Game Feature: Acee’s Neighborhood Market & Deli
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Featured Player of the Game: Shawnee Community College
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Massac Sports Time-Out Feature: Rural Health, Inc.
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Post-Game Show Feature: Massac Unit School District #1
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Starting Lineups Feature: City of Metropolis
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Opening Kick-Off, Tip-Off & First Pitch Feature: Misty Meadows Senior Living
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Keys to the Game Feature: Roja’s Heating and Air
- Meet the Officials: City National Bank of Metropolis
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WMOK Coffee Break - Massac Unit #1 Superintendent Jason Hayes
Massac County Unit 1 School Superintendent Jason Hayes - Back to School Coffee Break - orig. airdate - 8.5.26
WMOK - Metropolis, IL - On Wednesday, we had Massac Unit 1 School Superintendent Jason Hayes in the studio to have our last Coffee Break before "back to school". Topics: What's happening on the school system end of things in the last week before school starts School Supply Lists Student Orientations Communica...
Aug 10, 2026
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Superintendent Hayes Speaks Exclusively with WMOK: Investigation Finds No Title IX Violations, However Massac Unit #1 Officials Deem Texts "Inappropriate" - WMOK Coffee Break 3.13.26
Originally published 5.13.26 - WMOK - Metropolis, IL - Details of a 2024 Title 9 investigation involving former Massac County High School Athletic Director Patrick Clark have surfaced this week following an open records request by WPSD. The coverage has brought the incident to the forefront of the Massac County communi...
May 27, 2026
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Discussing the $9.6 Million Bond: Massac Unit 1 Superintendent Explains Recent District Financing
WMOK - Metropolis, IL - When Massac Unit 1 School Superintendent Jason Hayes joined WMOK for our Coffee Break program this week, one of our topics was an alleged discrepancy regarding the issuance of a bond. In February, the district issued an $8 million working cash bond. As of April, the bond was shown as $9.6 milli...
May 14, 2026
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The Cell Phone Conundrum: Balancing Safety and Education in Schools - PART FOUR - 3.11.26
WMOK - Metropolis, IL - The debate over students keeping cell phones in school remains a complex issue with valid perspectives on both sides. Proponents highlight the necessity of direct communication for safety and the potential for phones to serve as modern learning tools. Conversely, many educators argue that restri...
Apr 9, 2026
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