METROPOLIS, IL – State Representative Patrick Windhorst rose on the House Floor during Session on Wednesday to honor Metropolis on “Home of Superman Recognition Day.” Rep. Windhorst said the following.
“Today is Home of Superman Recognition Day in the city of Metropolis. On January 21st, 1972, National Periodical Publications agreed with the Metropolis Chamber of Commerce for Metropolis to become the home of Superman. Later, on June 9th, the Illinois General Assembly adopted a Resolution declaring Metropolis the official hometown of Superman. To celebrate, Metropolis residents are wearing their Superman shirts to work today, and a Proclamation was read at the Superman statue this morning at 10:00 AM. Please join me in congratulating the city of Metropolis on this Home of Superman Recognition Day.”