Get Away to Clinton County, Illinois
Considered the first true German settlement in Illinois, Germantown is a Clinton County community that has always been proud of its German heritage. It’s early name was Hanover, a nod to the German kingdom of Hanover from which many of … Continue reading
Dave and Kay Langenhorst had an idea that their horses could help children and adults with disabilities. They were right. Since opening the Chakota Therapeutic Riding Center (Chakota TRC) in 2008, the center is proving to be a valuable resource. … Continue reading
We’re proud of the beauty and character here in Clinton County, Illinois, and to showcase it we are sponsoring our first-ever Clinton County Photo Contest. If you’re an amateur photographer, grab your camera or smartphone and give us your best … Continue reading
The sky will be a colorful scene next month during the Centralia Balloon Fest, August 18-20, 2017. This all-family affair is a highlight of the summer, with as much activity on the ground as in the sky. The stars of … Continue reading
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
Breese,Illinois, a town of around 4,400 people, is the largest of all our Clinton County communities. The town’s history dates back to1816 when Joseph Johnson and George Green moved to the area and laid claim to two plots of land. Eight … Continue reading
Mark your calendars for July 16 – 22, 2017. Those are the dates for the Clinton County Fair, one of the highlights of summer here in southwestern Illinois. Now in its 66th year, the Fair brings participants and enthusiasts from … Continue reading
Carlyle Lake is one of the coolest places to visit in the heat of summer. And if you’re heading our way, there are lots of great places to stay, including this popular spot located near the Keyesport Beach area. Keyesport … Continue reading
What does it taste like? That is a question often heard at Swamp Tales restaurant in Carlyle, Illinois. The query is about the alligator that’s featured here, one of the top, and most unusual, entrees at this Louisiana-themed venue. Swamp Tales … Continue reading
If you haven’t the time, energy, or space to have a vegetable garden or chickens in the back yard, you’re in luck. Just sign up with Cooley Farms in Carlyle, Illinois, and you can have a supply of fresh food … Continue reading