COLUMN: Electrical outlets difficult to find on 'media row' Sep 2, 2008
Harry Potter wrote on Sep 1, 2008 2:20 PM:" That's an exutive (sic) postion (sic). She has experience as a governor in a HUGE state, geographically speaking.Huh? Yeah HUGE alright, 48th out of 50 for total population.Obama represents millions of people as a US Senator and the entire state of Alaska is well less than even one million people. And how many people were in that gigantic metropolis she was mayor of? Let's see 100,000 people? 50,000 people? 25,000 people? 10,000 people? Try about 5,000... (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Obama spells end to Bush-McCain era Aug 29, 2008
Before a vibrant, adoring crowd of 80,000 packed into a sporting arena under open skies in a metropolis dubbed Mile High City, Obama rode on soaring rhetoric and roaring approval to pitch his message of change, confidently telling a nationwide TV audience that he will fix the broken politics of Washington and bring them relief from the needless war in Iraq, education and health care woes, and an economy that is leaching jobs. "America, we cannot turn back. We cannot walk alone... At this moment,... (India Times, India)
Zach Barlow claims Illinois State Amateur Aug 15, 2008
Two other Illini, sophomore from Champaign and freshman Mason Jacobs from Metropolis, also made the cut and finished 19th and 24th, respectively. At -5, Barlow entered the day with a two-stroke lead, but double bogeyed the second hole. (Fightingillini.com)
Barlow explodes to lead at Illinois Amateur Aug 14, 2008
Sophomore of Champaign and freshman Mason Jacobs of Metropolis are each in a tie for 20th at +4. Parkhill shot his second straight 74, while Jacobs fired a 71 on Wednesday. (Fightingillini.com)
Actor, comedian and exasperated dad Mac dies at 50 Aug 10, 2008
"It's truly the passing of one of our favorite sons," said Paula Robinson, president of the Black Metropolis National Heritage Area. "He was extremely innovative in putting his life experiences in comedic form and doing it without vulgarity."He was an ambassador of Chicago's black community, and the national black community at large. (DeKalb Daily Chronicle, IL)
Best new restaurant (so far)? Aug 9, 2008
ARTRISTRY Resturant on Peachtree across from METROPOLIS. By jc_atl. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Harrah's Entertainment Reports 2008 Second-Quarter Global Results Aug 9, 2008
2)% Illinois/Indiana properties include Horseshoe Hammond, Harrah's Joliet, Harrah's Metropolis and Horseshoe Southern Indiana. Other Nevada Region. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
MIKE DOWNEY: Olympics open with full variety of athletes Aug 8, 2008
But no one in a metropolis of more than 13 million people can expect to exhale until the hour an Olympiad comes to an end and, here in the land of the rising smog, perhaps not even then. Meanwhile, take a gander at the Bird's Nest. (Chicago Tribune)
A Run To Honor Fallen Soldiers Aug 4, 2008
Terry ran Miles' mile and hung his placard in Metropolis, Illinois, in Superman square. "To honor miles and 4,000 other men who were equally as brave and wonderful and special to their families," she said. (CBS News)
Rotarians work toward squirrel statue Aug 1, 2008
The Rotary committee has had help: Brumley said the organizers of Metropolis Superman statue have lent their insight and experience to the committee. They re really behind us and really support us, he said. (Olney Daily Mail, IL)
Dark Knight's kind of town: Gotham City gets windy Jul 21, 2008
But that does little to quell the debate over which metropolis is the real Gotham City. Life-long New Yorker Gerry Gladstone, who is an owner at Midtown Comics in Times Square, says the first writers and illustrators of the Batman comics worked in New York and used the city for inspiration. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
Minneapolis Suburb Tops 'Most Livable' List Jul 17, 2008
Money s number one Best Place to Live reflects robust Midwestern values in a small city that is 30 minutes from a vibrant metropolis, with a low cost of living, rising incomes, and job growth, said Money managing editor, Eric Schurenberg. It s simply a great place to raise a family, join a community, and build a rich life. (Realtor Magazine Online)
Five Olney Tigers help propel South team to All-Star victory Jul 8, 2008
October 24 vs. Metropolis (Massac County) (7 p.m.). denotes Apollo Conference game. (Olney Daily Mail, IL)
Revolutionary spirit: Local family brings history to life Jun 24, 2008
Fort Massac State Park, Metropolis. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Oct. 20: 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Oct. 21. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
John Mayer On the Big Screen in Theatres Around the Country for One Night Only, June 30th Jun 24, 2008
Source: Access Integrated Technologies, Inc.. Exclusively Presented by The Bigger Picture, an AccessIT Company, on Digital Cinema Movie Screens Nationwide. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Illinois fort offers trip back in time Jun 20, 2008
Metropolis, located in deep southern Illinois, is the home of Fort Massac, a historical treasure with plenty nearby to do after visiting the fort ... In 1839 the city of Metropolis was platted about a mile west of the fort ... There is an antique car show every June, in conjunction with the nationally known Superman Days in Metropolis. (Carmi Times, IL)
Superman's hometown plans convention center, riverwalk Jun 16, 2008
(Crains) Tiny downstate Metropolis, best known for its claim to be Supermans hometown, is taking on a heroic chore to try to create a major tourist destination out of the scruffy, industrial riverfront that surrounds a Harrahs casino ... Metropolis is near the southern tip of Illinois across the Ohio River from Paducah, Ky ... Weve chosen a strong team to help us create a recreational resource that will contribute to the health, safety and general welfare of Metropolis, Mayor... (Crain's Chicago Business)
Celebration of Superman in full swing in Metropolis Jun 15, 2008
METROPOLIS (AP) The 30th installment of the yearly Superman Celebration has taken off in the southern Illinois town that s adopted the superhero as its own. The festival runs through Sunday in Metropolis, a tourist spot with some 6,500 residents along the Ohio River ... Metropolis has no real connection to the fictional crime-fighter, beyond the fact that Superman s co-creator, Jerry Siegel, happened to choose the name Metropolis when he first wrote the strip in the 1930s. (Harrisburg Daily Register, IL)
Those in Canton, Ohio, with uncut grass could face jail time Jun 5, 2008
Last Updated on Wednesday, Jun 04, 2008 - 04:08:01 pm CDT. Published/Last Modified on Wednesday, June 4, 2008 4:08 PM CDT. (New Iberia, LA)
Grieving Parents Beg For Answers In China Jun 4, 2008
The Southern Metropolis News quoted a rescuer as saying last month that rubble from the school showed that no steel reinforcing bars had been used in construction, only iron wire. "The parents were here to give their report to the court," said one police officer who refused to give his name. (CBS News -- World)
Trail tracks Chicago labor roots May 30, 2008
It's a sprawling, gritty metropolis of ethnic neighborhoods, small churches and corner bars. CAMERON McWHIRTER/AJC. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Travel)
Illinois notes for NCAA Men's Golf Championships May 23, 2008
Guthrie and the other member of the signing class, Mason Jacobs of Metropolis, Ill. have combined to win five Illinois state championships. (Fightingillini.com)
U.S. City of the Year: Chicago May 21, 2008
Skyscrapers, green roofs, and house music -- a very American metropolis. In the bottom of the ninth inning of the 2005 World Series, as the long-suffering Chicago White Sox were about to win their first championship in 88 years, play-by-play announcer Joe Buck waxed eloquent about Chicago's South Side, where the Sox play. (FastCompany)
Super Metropolis Illinois May 15, 2008
Metropolis, Illinois is the home of Superman, plus other interesting attractions ... Metropolis, Illinois, bills itself as The Hometown of Superman , and has a 15 ft. statue of the Man of Steel to prove it ... Metropolis is located in the southern tip of Illinois, about 12 miles north of Paducah, Kentucky. (Suite101.com)
Boys Like Girls & Good Charlotte Ready to Co-Headline the Soundtrack Of Your Summer Tour With Special Guests Metro Station & The Maine May 13, 2008
Sat 8/9 Cincinnati, OH National City Pavilion Sun 8/10 Charlotte, NC Amos' Southend Wed 8/13 Toronto, ON Kool Haus Thu 8/14 Montreal, QC Metropolis Fri 8/15 Lowell, MA Tsongas Arena Sat 8/16 Uniondale, NY Nassau Coliseum Parking Lot Sun 8/17 Poughkeepsie, NY Mid Hudson Civic Center Wed 8/20 Philadelphia, PA Festival Pier @ Penn's Landing Thu 8/21 Jackson, NJ North Star Arena @ Six Flags NJ. Source: Columbia Records/Epic Records. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Far East beckons for ballet troupe May 11, 2008
During the course of the trip, they'll visit historical sites such as the Forbidden City as well as the gleaming new Olympic venues, travel to the picturesque river city of Guilin (a city in Montana's sister province of Quangxi), and confront the cacophonous metropolis of Shanghai before coming back to Montana. Organized with support from the offices of Montana U.S. Sen. (Missoulian, MT)
Pope Focuses On Future Of American Church Apr 20, 2008
"The spires of St. Patrick's Cathedral are dwarfed by the skyscrapers of the Manhattan skyline, yet in the heart of this busy metropolis they are a vivid reminder of the constant yearning of the human spirit to rise to God," he said. In America, he has said repeatedly, the religious intensity stands out in marked contrast to the tepid spiritual emphasis in his native Europe. (CBS News)
5.2 earthquake rocks Illinois; felt 450 miles away Apr 19, 2008
Planners of the New Madrid Earthquake Emergency Preparedness Conference in the Ohio River community of Metropolis. say representatives from Illinois, Arkansas, Indiana, Missouri and Tennessee are to attend. (Marion Daily Republican, IL)
Barlow deeply rooted in Illinois success Apr 18, 2008
From a recruiting standpoint, head coach has reached to the far ends of the state - Quincy to the west and Metropolis to the south to snag two players (Luke Guthrie and Mason Jacobs) that have combined to win five state championships for next year's class. Three years ago, Small landed another state champion from southern Illinois in Barlow. (Fightingillini.com)
LETTER: Illinois should pass concealed carry law Apr 17, 2008
Tom Andres wrote on Apr 16, 2008 11:00 AM:" Wow, TQ just slipped four four-letter (crime-fighting) words past the monitor (Bang, bang, bang, bang). Congrats! LOL. // I agree with Jack, of course. It's a shame he even has to write this letter. Our second amendment rights should be presumed in all gun laws, not the other way around. If Superman was real, and if he really could stop a speeding bullet with his bare hands, Metropolis may not need to arm its citizens - but the cold hard fact is... (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Murphy belts two HRs in West Frankfort victory Apr 9, 2008
METROPOLIS Junior starting pitcher Nate Williams and senior reliever Jordan Deaton combined on a one-hitter and senior Jon Murphy belted a pair of home runs Monday at Metropolis to help West Frankfort top Massac Countty 13-1 in six innings. West Frankfort, with the victory improved to 3-2 overall and 1-1 in the Southern Illinois River-to-River Ohio Division. (West Frankfort Daily American, IL)
Wilce tosses five inning one hitter at Massac County Apr 9, 2008
METROPOLIS Junior Shayly Wilce tossed a five inning one hitter and the West Frankfort Lady Redbirds pounded out 11 hits, including three doubles in a 10-0 five inning victory over the Massac County Lady Patriots Monday. Wlice (4-3) in five innings allowed just one hit and walked a batter while striking out 10. (West Frankfort Daily American, IL)
OUR VIEW: 'Flat' population affects entire area Apr 5, 2008
Few would advocate that East-Central Illinois should double or triple in size or become a metropolis. But what if the area had grown by 10 percent in 17 years. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Three months in, smoke still hasn't cleared on ban Apr 2, 2008
Harrah's Metropolis Casino in Metropolis, in far-southern Illinois, reported a 23 percent drop in revenue the first two months of the year, and blamed the smoking ban for 30 layoffs. But the American Cancer Society, one of the ban's strongest backers, argues that the sluggish economy probably played a role. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
COLUMN: Superman is still there to save the day Mar 30, 2008
Superman would use his amazing strength and unbelievable X-ray vision to fly in and save Metropolis from Lex Luthor, or Batman would speed to the scene in the incredible Batmobile to pummel the Joker and end his latest crime spree. Wow. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
U.S. cities go dark for Earth Hour Mar 30, 2008
Shopping malls turned off street lamps around the metropolis. After Asia, lights were expected to go out in major European and North American cites as the clock ticks on. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NBA)
Three months in, smoke still hasn’t cleared on ban Mar 29, 2008
Harrah s Metropolis Casino in Metropolis, in far-southern Illinois, reported a 23 percent drop in revenue the first two months of the year, and blamed the smoking ban for 30 layoffs. But the American Cancer Society, one of the ban s strongest backers, argues that the sluggish economy probably played a role. (Marion Daily Republican, IL)
From the StateHouse: A weekly update on issues from Illinois State Senator Gary Forby Mar 4, 2008
6 thousand); Massac Memorial in Metropolis ( 900 thousand); Union County Hospital in Anna ( 809. 6 thousand); Hardin County General Hospital ( 500. (West Frankfort Daily American, IL)
Policy nerds plot their revenge Feb 28, 2008
To correct that, Chicago civic group Metropolis 2020 launched a campaign in Springfield to combine two groups that, by federal law, control billions of dollars in federal capital grants: the Northeastern Illinois Planning Commission and the Chicago Area Transportation Study. Metropolis 2020 pretty much got its way, and under the direction of Randy Blankenhorn, the CMAP has begun work on a proposal designed to evoke the legacy of the legendary Daniel make-no-small-plans Burnham, the father... (Crain's Chicago Business)
Runnin' Down a Dream Encore Screening Nationwide March 3 Feb 21, 2008
You no longer need to remember symbols. Simply type in a company name or stock symbol for instant results. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Sounds you hear are Baptist chain saws Feb 20, 2008
Crews were also working in Metropolis, Joppa and Vienna, Shelby said. Another crew is coming from Indiana today to join the work effort. (Harrisburg Daily Register, IL)
NIU shooting victim from Cicero laid to rest Feb 19, 2008
4:27 PM CST, February 18, 2008. Her family called her a princess; friends remembered her bright, shining smile. (Chicago Tribune)
Last NIU shooting victim treated at Kishwaukee leaves hospital Feb 19, 2008
NIU shooting victim from Carol Stream faces long recovery -- chicagotribune. NIU shooting victim from Carol Stream faces long recovery. (Chicago Tribune)
Opponents Vow to Re-Light Debate on Smoking Ban Feb 19, 2008
The casino industry claims the ban already has caused a 17-percent statewide drop in gaming business this year _ prompting, they claim, 30 layoffs at Harrah's Metropolis riverboat casino last week. The industry wants a casino exemption to the ban, to last as long as Missouri and other neighboring states allow smoking in their casinos. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
SEIEC: Number of homes without power decreasing Feb 14, 2008
Saline County: Pruitt Building in Harrisburg; Williamson County: First Church of God in Marion; Johnson County: Goreville City Hall in Goreville, Simpson Baptist Church in Simpson, Johnson Co. Sherriff s Office in Vienna; Pope County: The Baptist Church in Vienna; Massac County: The Community Center in Metropolis, The Lutheran Church in Metropolis, The Methodist Church in Metropolis, City Council Chambers in Brookport; Hardin County: Rosiclare Antique Mall. According to Tripp, the temperature is... (West Frankfort Daily American, IL)
Efforts to allow smoking ban exemptions off to slow start Feb 14, 2008
This month, Harrahs Metropolis blamed layoffs directly on business lost across the border because of the smoking ban. But numbers out of Indiana show gambling revenue has slowed there, too, without a smoking ban. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
SouthEastern Illinois Electric Cooperative restoring power Feb 14, 2008
Massac County: The Community Center in Metropolis, The Lutheran Church in Metropolis, The Methodist Church in Metropolis, City Council Chambers in Brookport. Hardin County: Rosiclare Antique Mall. (Harrisburg Daily Register, IL)
Revenue declines at riverboat casinos Feb 12, 2008
The Associated Press reported Friday that Harrah's Metropolis riverboat casino in southern Illinois is laying off about 30 people, in part because of the impact of the smoking ban. The casino employs about 1,000 people. (Macomb Journal, IL)
Westcor prepares to open Promenade at Casa Grande Feb 10, 2008
The new year is shaping up to be big for Westcor, which is building up the fringes of Phoenix's sprawling metropolis. The retail developer opened its 16th regional mall in December: San Tan Village, in Gilbert. (Phoenix Business Journal, AZ)
Sword takes reins at hospital Feb 9, 2008
Olney is a metropolis for us, Sword said, adding he has been busy nonstop. Sword; his wife, Jean, who is an operating-room nurse; and their son, Ben, a sophomore at East Richland High School, moved to Olney Jan. 4. (Olney Daily Mail, IL)
A month into smoking ban, casino numbers down Feb 9, 2008
The boards report coincided with Harrahs riverboat in Metropolis announcing Friday it would lay off 30 employees ... Officials at Harrahs Metropolis blamed the drop in business on the smoking ban. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
MJHS boys rout Eldorado in regional play Feb 5, 2008
METROPOLIS The Marion Junior High School boys basketball team raced out to a 20-2 first-quarter lead and cruised to a 63-13 win over Eldorado in the opening round of the Southern Illinois Junior High School Athletic Association Class L Regional tournament Saturday. The Wildcats are now 18-3 for the season, and will play the host, Massac County, in the regional championship Monday night. (Marion Daily Republican, IL)
USW Supports New Agreement to Limit Russian Uranium Feb 2, 2008
The USW represents workers at the only remaining uranium enrichment plant in the U.S. in Paducah, and a conversion facility is in Metropolis, IL. The USW also advocates support for the U.S. Enrichment Corporation (USEC) to build a new uranium enrichment plant in Piketon, OH.. SOURCE United Steelworkers (USW). (PR Newswire)
Massac County turns back West Frankfort Jan 31, 2008
METROPOLIS The highly-touted Massac County Lady Patriots claimed the Southern Illinois River-to-River Ohio Division title by defeating visiting West Frankfort 50-30 Tuesday night at Metropolis. Destiny Mitchell led three Massac County players reaching double digits in scoring, pouring in a game-high 20 points, including three three-pointers. (West Frankfort Daily American, IL)
Time change for West Frankfort at Massac County Tuesday night Jan 29, 2008
METROPOLIS The Frankfort Community High School athletic Department has announced a change in game times for Tuesday night's Southern Illinois River-to-River Ohio Division game between the West Frankfort Lady Redbirds and the Massac County Lady Patriots. There will be no freshman game and the Junior varsity will begin at 5:30 p.m. The varsity game will tip-off approximately 15-minutes afterwards. (West Frankfort Daily American, IL)
Lady Redbirds too much for Murphysboro Jan 26, 2008
Looking down the road, the victory sets up a showdown for a possible share of the Southern Illinois River-to-River Ohio Division with Massac County Tuesday, January 29 at Metropolis and improved West Frankfort's overall mark to 16-7. The Lady Redbirds are 7-1 in the SIRR-Ohio. (West Frankfort Daily American, IL)
Smith reaches all-time milestone in Rangerettes loss Jan 24, 2008
METROPOLIS Benton senior Courtney Smith broke the school's career-scoring mark after a 42-point performance in a 100-71 loss at Massac County Tuesday night. Smith now has 1,765 points in her career, passing former Benton great Morgan Johnson, who scored 1,753 points in her career. (West Frankfort Daily American, IL)
Verizon Wireless Expands Wireless Broadband Network to 18 Southern Illinois Counties Jan 22, 2008
Jan. 21 /PRNewswire/ -- Verizon Wireless announced today that it has expanded the national rollout of its high-speed wireless network across extensive portions of southern Illinois, including the Carbondale and Marion metropolitan areas in addition to Carmi, Chester, Harrisburg, Metropolis, Mt. Carmel, Mt. Vernon, Red Bud and numerous other communities within an 18-county region ... -- I- 24 from Goreville south to Metropolis, Ill. (PR Newswire)
Early Learning Jan 17, 2008
Illinois' child care industry employs more than 56,000 people, a higher number than the hotel industry, according to an economic report by Chicago Metropolis 2020, an organization of Chicagoland business and civic leaders. In DeKalb County, nearly 200 child care facilities are listed with the 4-C Child Care Resource and Referral program, with a capacity to serve almost 3,600 children. (DeKalb Daily Chronicle, IL)
Eagles extend record to 17-0 with win over Benton Jan 10, 2008
keep going boys one game at a time, remember you guys can do it play your game like you play each game, work with the team and it be a win GO EAGLES THE DREAM TEAM YOU ARE ALL GREAT " franklin county wrote on Jan 9, 2008 9:42 PM:" wow, did you just say metropolis and Ridgway ... There was a time when Benton, Metropolis, Johnston City, Ridgway, Carmi, McLeansboro and even Carier Mills all had teams the same year capable of making the Elite Eight -- in the old Class A, not the new watered down... (Harrisburg Daily Register, IL)
Redbirds get past Massac County in OT Jan 5, 2008
METROPOLIS The West Frankfort Redbirds traveled to Massac County Friday for a date with the Patriots. The Redbirds built a big lead early and let the lead slip late, but some good free throw shooting and timely defense led the Redbirds to a 62-60 overtime victory. (West Frankfort Daily American, IL)
Last storm of '07 a doozy Jan 1, 2008
" to all the idiot drivers wrote on Dec 31, 2007 4:29 PM:" you should be thankful for the EMS and FIRE RESCUE people right about now too get you out of those accidents " the monsters are out wrote on Dec 31, 2007 4:27 PM:" In weather like this you find out what the residents of this metropolis in the making are really like- namely a bunch of thoughtless primitives. Stay in your lane, and at least 2 car lengths behind the guy in front. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
Best, funniest Jan 1, 2008
Heavenly-est smelling coffeehouse in the city: Metropolis Coffee Company (1039 W. Granville Ave.; 773-764-0400, www. metropoliscoffee. (Chicago Tribune)
Prep hoops stats/standings Dec 28, 2007
G-4 Metropolis Massac County 54, Tolono Unity 33. G-5 Bloomington Central Catholic 50, Taylor Ridge Rockridge 17. (Pekin Times, IL)
Olney opens State Farm play against stout Rochester club Dec 21, 2007
Metropolis (Massac County) is the number-two seed in the State Farm Holiday Classic. Massac County also features one of the top Class 2A players in the state in senior Destiny Mitchell, who recently set the school scoring record with her 1,338th point. (Olney Daily Mail, IL)
