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RLC’s Chris Sink Honored Statewide as Educator of the Year

Ina, Illinois · Ina

RLC’s Chris Sink Honored Statewide as Educator of the Year

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INA — Chris Sink, director of the Southern Illinois Manufacturing Academy (SIMA) at Rend Lake College, has been named the Illinois Manufacturers’ Association (IMA) and Illinois Manufacturing Excellence Center’s (IMEC) Educator of the Year.See the Story

SSM Health Medical Group welcomes Sierra Hiestand, APRN-CNP

Mount Vernon, Illinois · Mount Vernon

SSM Health Medical Group welcomes Sierra Hiestand, APRN-CNP

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MOUNT VERNON — SSM Health Medical Group in Southern Illinois continues to expand its Family Medicine services in Mount Vernon by adding a new provider to its medical staff.See the Story

HOT JOBS | City-County Observer

Mount Vernon, Illinois · Mount Vernon

HOT JOBS | City-County Observer

Environmental Services Representative Deaconess Union County Hospital 3.5 Morganfield, KY Easily apply As an Environmental Service (EVS) representative, you will play a critical role in continuing the healing mission of Deaconess. 4 days ago Medical Records & Patient Accounts Clerk Orthopaedic Institute of Southern Illinois 3.5 Herrin, IL $16 – $20 an hour Easily apply Job Title:* Medical Records & Patient Ac Read Article

Final multiplier announced for Jefferson County

JEFFERSON COUNTY — Jefferson County has been issued a final property assessment equalization factor of 1.0000, according to David Harris, director of the Illinois Department of Revenue (DOR). The property assessment equalization factor, often called the “multiplier,” is the method used to achieve uniform property assessments among counties, as required by law. This equalization is particularly important because some of the state’s 6,600 local ta…Jefferson County, Illinois · Jefferson County See the Story

Best sworn in as new MVPD officer

Submitted PhotoGabriel Best, CENTER, was sworn in Monday morning as the Mount Vernon Police Department’s newest police officer. Best was previously a police officer in Indiana and will be considered a lateral transfer. He will now begin field training with veteran officers and training on Illinois laws. Also pictured, FROM LEFT, are MVPD Assistant Police Chief Travis Chapman and Police Chief Robert Brands.Mount Vernon, Illinois · Mount Vernon Read Article

Eight area residents face federal meth charges

Sentinel File PhotoDRUG ARRESTS — Eight people from this area are facing federal meth-related charges after a recent two-week coordinated operation led by the FBI. MOUNT VERNON — Eight people from this area are facing federal meth-related charges after a recent two-week coordinated operation led by the FBI. According to a U.S. Department of Justice news release, the eight individuals are being charged for allegedly distributing methamphetamine o…FBI · Mount Vernon Read Article

Charles Hetzel Glaize Jr., 74, of Virginia Beach

Charles Hetzel Glaize Jr. (Altmeyer Funeral Home) Charles Hetzel Glaize Jr., 74, passed away on June 30, 2025, in Virginia Beach, Virginia. He died peacefully, holding his wife’s hand, and even gave a smile as he went to be with his Savior. Charlie was preceded in death by his father, Chaplain (Lt. Colonel) Charles H. Glaize Sr., USAF, and his mother, Nancy Robertson Glaize. He leaves behind 3 siblings, whom he loved dearly: Elizabeth Butler wit…Dix · Dix See the Story

A Day for ‘Patriotic Heroes’

Sentinel Photo/TRAVIS MORSEBEHIND THE WHEEL — Arlo Friar, 1, of Dahlgren, had fun sitting behind the wheel of a fire truck at Wednesday’s Family Fun Pop-Up event at Veterans Park. Also pictured is Mount Vernon Fire Chief Chris Yenne. Sentinel Photo/TRAVIS MORSEFAMILY FUN — Lindsey Bodine, of Mount Vernon, RIGHT, attended Wednesday’s Family Fun Pop-Up with her kids Eli, 7, and Maya, 5. MOUNT VERNON — Local kids had the chance to get behind the wh…Pontefract · Pontefract See the Story

Terry Wilkerson closes out presidency; Agronomy Innovation Center named in his honor

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INA — Terry Wilkerson put in his last shift as President of Rend Lake College on June 30. After more than 30 years of service (13 as president) and undeniable impact on the lives of students and staff, Wilkerson made…Ina, Illinois · Ina See the Story

Two injured in Mount Vernon vehicle crash

Sentinel Photo/TRAVIS MORSEINJURY CRASH — Mount Vernon police and fire personnel responded Wednesday morning to a two-vehicle crash with injuries at the intersection of Broadway and Shiloh Drive. MOUNT VERNON — Mount Vernon police and fire personnel Wednesday morning responded to a two-vehicle crash with injuries at the intersection of Broadway and Shiloh Drive. The incident is still under investigation but two occupants were transported to a lo…Mount Vernon, Illinois · Mount Vernon Read Article

MVTHS eyes new union contract

Sentinel File PhotoUNION CONTRACT — The Mount Vernon Township High School Board of Education Monday approved a new three-year contract with the Mount Vernon High School Education Service Personnel (MHESP) union. MOUNT VERNON — The Mount Vernon Township High School Board of Education Monday approved a new three-year contract with the Mount Vernon High School Education Service Personnel (MHESP) union. The contract begins on July 1, 2025 and runs u…Mount Vernon, Illinois · Mount Vernon Read Article

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