Get Away to Clinton County, Illinois
On August 21, 2017, the United States will experience the first coast-to-coast total solar eclipse in nearly a century. A total eclipse occurs when the moon passes directly between the sun and the earth, completely covering the sun. Spanning in … Continue reading
You can always count on the Clinton County Showcase in Breese, Illinois, for great family entertainment, and this summer season is no exception. The lineup includes an all-time family favorite, an ode to working women, and a thriller that’s become … Continue reading
Farm fields and forest surround the small town of Beckemeyer, Illinois, which is located in the heart of Clinton County. Like many of the towns around here, it is steeped in history and constantly evolving. The first residents arrived in … Continue reading
We know how lucky we are to be living here in Clinton County, Illinois, but there’s also a website that knows this, Only in Your State. This fun site posts regular blogs about sights, towns, and interesting facts about our … Continue reading
The history for most towns can be found in books stored in the library. Not so Breese, Illinois. Its history is also proudly displayed for all to see and enjoy in a park. The Breese Historical Park & Garden, located … Continue reading
February is Library month, which makes it a great time to get out and visit our various Clinton County Libraries. They each offer a wonderful community service, providing books for all ages, information resources, meeting spaces, and sometimes even sponsoring … Continue reading
We’re fortunate here in Clinton County to be in a community where not only great people live, but where bald eagles do too. If you’d love to get a look at one of these majestic raptors, you’re in the right … Continue reading
Driving east into Carlyle, Illinois, visitors will cross over the Kaskaskia River on one of the oldest suspension bridges built in southwestern Illinois and the only remaining suspension bridge in the state: the General Dean Suspension Bridge. The bridge is impressive … Continue reading
Two favorite characters, a rock musical and a time-honored American story with a humorous twist are all coming to the Clinton County Showcase. This non-profit community arts group, based in Breese, is always a good bet for entertainment, and this … Continue reading
Driving along the main road south of Breese, you will pass a soaring white cross, about 25-feet tall, a remembrance of tragedy that happened 183 years ago. The Cholera Cross is a local landmark with a notable history. Built in 1850, the … Continue reading