The city of Metropolis, Illinois, is located in Massac County, on the banks of the Ohio River. It was dubbed the official hometown of Superman by DC Comics in 1972, and six months later, e Illinois State Legislature did the same.
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The official site of the city government displays news about local items as well as a calendar of upcoming events, details about economic development, tourism, and city services. Also contains meeting agendas. - City of Metropolis
http://www.cityofmetropolis.com/
Showcases this 15-acre walk-through corn maze, in operation since 2000. Also contains some aerial views of the various mazes over the years, and of the owner and his family. - Marvin's Marvelous Maize Maze
http://marvinsmaize.tripod.com/
Metropolis Chamber of Commerce
Provides the Annual Superman Celebration countdown as well as information for and about Chamber members and the benefits of membership. Also contains a directory of members. - Metropolis Chamber of Commerce
http://www.metropolischamber.com/
The official City of Metropolis tourism site displays details about the famous Superman Celebration as well as other events, including archery tournaments and the Ft. Massac encampment, which features re-enactors, period arts and crafts. and mock battles the third weekend in October each year. - Metropolis Tourism
http://www.metropolistourism.com/
Introduces the pastor and members of the church, their ministries, worship times, and photo gallery of the congregation and of church events. - Ohio Valley Baptist Church
http://www.ohiovalleybaptist.org/