September 30, 2026
Opinion
On Man’s Vote
By Chuck FarrisOne man, one vote,That’s the way it has been.Whether you’re for elephants,Independents, or dem’s.But there seems to be,A movement in the works;To change…
Obituaries
News
Sangamon County ballot and early voting: What Illiopolis-area voters need to know
Sangamon County’s early voting period for the Nov. 3 general election begins Thursday, and sample ballots obtained by The Sentinel show what Illiopolis-area voters will actually see when they fill theirs out, from judicial retention questions to a wide-open governor’s race.Voters hoping to cast an early ballot will have to make the drive into Springfield.The…
Community
Barclay Library News
Library Crawl 2026An epic journey for bookish people! Visit libraries, explore and get prizes! Each library has their own special treats to share. Plus, you get to visit a ton of libraries and support local businesses along the way!How to do the Library Crawl: October 1–31, 2026Pick up your passport at Barclay Library (or your…
Sports
SVTC Football Gridiron needs volunteers
To make the concession stand run smoothly we need1 – popcorn4 – at windows1- money taker1- pop runner1-2 nachos1 – hotdog/hamburger wrapper1- on grill1 -…
Lifestyle
Affordable family-friendly activities
Parents know that the cost of living has risen dramatically in recent years. There are numerous metrics to determine just how much more people must…