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Five historically significant properties in Metropolis will be featured Sunday during the Massac County Historical Society’s Holiday Tour of Homes. The fundraiser for the society will be from …

Metropolis American Legion Post 306 commander David Jeffords (right) and honor guard team leader John Krueger unveil a plaque dedicated to Pvt. John Marvin Steele on Monday, Nov. 11. The World…

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JOHNSTON CITY — The Anna-Jonesboro Wildcats (11-10) came away with a 52-42 non-conference win over River-to-River foe, Du Quoin Indians (5-12), on Monday evening in the first day of the Fourth…

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CARBONDALE — It was a strong weekend for the Murphysboro High School boys wrestling team. The Red Devils, under the guidance of head coach Shea Baker, finished second overall at the Murdale In…

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Resolutions made at the start of a new year often focus on personal improvement. Giving up poor habits like smoking or drinking too much alcohol and losing weight through diet and exercise are…

Eggnog is a rich and delicious beverage that has become synonymous with the most festive time of year. This milk- and egg-based concoction is tasty on its own, or it can be dressed up with oth…

URBANA, Ill. — As the days inch further and further into winter and frigid temperatures, Dr. Pavlovsky, director of the University of Illinois Veterinary Medicine South Clinic, has important w…

Weather Forecast

Day
Temp
Wed
29°
48°
Wed
48°/29°
Morning clouds followed by afternoon sun. Highs in the upper 40s and lows in the upper 20s.

Chance of Rain: 6%

Sunrise: 07:06:05 AM

Sunset: 04:39:07 PM

Humidity: 76%

Wind: N @ 13 mph

UV Index: 2 Low

Wednesday Night

A few clouds. Low 29F. Winds NNE at 5 to 10 mph.

Thu
30°
45°
Thu
45°/30°
Partly cloudy. Highs in the mid 40s and lows in the low 30s.

Chance of Rain: 7%

Sunrise: 07:06:39 AM

Sunset: 04:39:34 PM

Humidity: 72%

Wind: S @ 9 mph

UV Index: 2 Low

Thursday Night

Partly cloudy skies. Low near 30F. Winds WSW at 10 to 20 mph.

Fri
25°
34°
Fri
34°/25°
More clouds than sun. Highs in the mid 30s and lows in the mid 20s.

Chance of Rain: 6%

Sunrise: 07:07:12 AM

Sunset: 04:40:02 PM

Humidity: 63%

Wind: NW @ 19 mph

UV Index: 2 Low

Friday Night

A few clouds from time to time. Low around 25F. Winds N at 10 to 15 mph.

Sat
24°
38°
Sat
38°/24°
Times of sun and clouds. Highs in the upper 30s and lows in the mid 20s.

Chance of Rain: 5%

Sunrise: 07:07:42 AM

Sunset: 04:40:32 PM

Humidity: 66%

Wind: NNE @ 5 mph

UV Index: 2 Low

Saturday Night

A few clouds. Low 24F. Winds light and variable.

Sun
28°
40°
Sun
40°/28°
Mostly sunny. Highs in the low 40s and lows in the upper 20s.

Chance of Rain: 5%

Sunrise: 07:08:11 AM

Sunset: 04:41:04 PM

Humidity: 62%

Wind: ESE @ 8 mph

UV Index: 2 Low

Sunday Night

A few clouds. Low 28F. Winds light and variable.

Mon
41°
48°
Mon
48°/41°
Cloudy. Highs in the upper 40s and lows in the low 40s.

Chance of Rain: 24%

Sunrise: 07:08:38 AM

Sunset: 04:41:38 PM

Humidity: 63%

Wind: S @ 12 mph

UV Index: 1 Low

Monday Night

Showers early becoming a steady light rain late. Low 41F. Winds S at 5 to 10 mph. Chance of rain 70%.

Tue
42°
47°
Tue
47°/42°
Light rain. Highs in the upper 40s and lows in the low 40s.

Chance of Rain: 73%

Sunrise: 07:09:04 AM

Sunset: 04:42:14 PM

Humidity: 85%

Wind: S @ 9 mph

UV Index: 1 Low

Tuesday Night

Light rain early...then remaining cloudy with showers late. Low 42F. Winds S at 5 to 10 mph. Chance of rain 70%.