The Sentinel Newspaper

Since 1863, The Sentinel has been a familiar presence in Centralia and Mount Vernon households. Over the years, it has documented the stories and experiences of people living in various communities throughout South Central Illinois. Today, it remains the largest news organization in the region, dedicated to gathering and sharing local news.

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Walking for child abuse awareness

18 hours ago | morningsentinel.com | Jo Allen

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Lady Rams hit 4 homers in win

2 days ago | morningsentinel.com | Paul Hines

If you’re a current subscriber, log in below. If you would like to subscribe, please click the subscribe tab above. Username Password Lost your password? Please enter your email and we will send you a password reset link. Email ← Back By PAUL HINES [email protected] WOODLAWN — Mount Vernon’s softball team slugged several homers in Tuesday’s 20-0 victory against the Lady Cardinals.
Centralia residents are asked to conserve water

3 days ago | morningsentinel.com | Kyle Pruden

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Lady Spartans shut down Cardinals

3 days ago | morningsentinel.com | Paul Hines

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Soaking up the history

3 days ago | morningsentinel.com | Kyle Pruden |Bob Frakes

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Move over or get pulled over

6 days ago | morningsentinel.com | Jo Allen

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Lady Rams shut down Carbondale

1 week ago | morningsentinel.com | Paul Hines

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Rams run rule Terriers

1 week ago | morningsentinel.com | Paul Hines

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Farmers State Bank of Hoffman announces leadership transition

1 week ago | morningsentinel.com | Kyle Pruden

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Joyful group, grifting part 2 and TR

1 week ago | morningsentinel.com | Kyle Pruden |Bob Frakes

If you’re a current subscriber, log in below. If you would like to subscribe, please click the subscribe tab above. Username Password Lost your password? Please enter your email and we will send your username and password to you. Email ← Back By BOB FRAKES It Caught My Eye JOY – I was invited to join in on the “past employees Joy Mfg. luncheon” on the 12th. I had a good time! Good to see Carl Bradford that I worked with and others that came after me.