Get Away to Clinton County, Illinois
St. Rose, Illinois, holds the honor of Clinton County’s newest incorporated community, voting to join together in November, 2016. This village, which is just five miles northwest of Breese, may be small but it definitely makes its presence known. Early … Continue reading
The historic former Breese City Hall building seems a fitting place for Nudge Coffee Roasters. The relatively new coffeehouse, an offshoot of Nudge Coffee Roasters in Highland, Illinois, is all about community, so a location in one of the town’s … Continue reading
It’s hard to imagine anything more delightful than relaxing on the patio at the Timmermann House Bed & Breakfast in Clinton County, Illinois. The B&B is located in a former farmhouse, just outside of Aviston, Illinois. Babe is the resident … Continue reading
The craft beer industry just keeps growing, including here in Clinton County, Illinois, where home-grown Makraft Brewing Company has taken off. Based in /Centralia, Makraft Brewing is tapping into the craze with its own lineup of thirst-quenching beers that come … Continue reading
There is only one commercial pecan grower in Illinois and it is right here in Clinton County: Voss Pecans. The family-owned Carlyle, Illinois, company may be under the radar, but they’re a big deal when it comes to nuts. Voss … Continue reading
If you would rather head over the river and through the woods to a restaurant for Thanksgiving dinner, you’re in luck. There are some great options here in Clinton County, Illinois. Or, if you’d prefer dinner at home but don’t … Continue reading
After the Thanksgiving Feast, something totally different might be nice for dinner—like Mexican! When visiting Clinton County, check out one of these local favorites for a quick bite or casual dinner. True to its name, you can order a refreshing … Continue reading
Happy 2018! It’s almost time to celebrate the beginning of a brand New Year and we’ve got a variety of festive ways for you to do it. Hidden Lake Winery is ringing in 2018 with a Dueling Piano Bash. The … Continue reading
For decades, Excel Bottling has been making some of our favorite sodas, including the ever-popular Ski Original. Then in 2012, they jumped on the craft brewing wagon and began creating their own line of beers. Excel Brewing, based in Breese, … Continue reading
Think nothing much is going on in wintertime out here in our corner of Illinois? You just have to look a little bit and you’ll find lots of great reasons to put on your coat and mittens and head out. … Continue reading