Get Away to Clinton County, Illinois
Clinton County has five cities and 12 smaller villages – which makes our community very close-knit! This is the kind of place where almost everybody knows your name (to quote the theme song from an old TV show). During the … Continue reading
The whole world is dealing with the COVID-19 crisis and businesses in Clinton County are adjusting to the situation too. Check our FaceBook page to see which restaurants are adjusting to provide takeout meals or even providing meal delivery service. … Continue reading
Congrats all around to the cancer survivors, family, and friends who participated in the 18th annual Clinton County Relay for Life on Friday, August 3, 2018. Their commitment to walk raised an incredible $88,571! Over 18 years of the event, … Continue reading
As home to Illinois’ largest manmade lake, Clinton County, Illinois, is a haven for everyone who loves playing on the water. Carlyle Lake alone sees more than six million visitors a year. Since May is Water Safety Month, it’s a … Continue reading
Music will fill the air in Clinton County, Illinois, this spring, thanks to concerts at the high schools and a rousing play at the Clinton County Showcase. Grab your calendar and mark down these dates—the shows are always delightful and … Continue reading
Anyone who has ever driven through Clinton County knows that fall is a time to be especially watchful. It’s harvesting season, and that means over any hill or around any corner you may encounter farm equipment as it’s coming and … 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 southwest Illinois town of Albers is having a party, and everyone is invited! June 4-5, 2016 marks Albers’ Quasquicentennial, and the citizens are hosting a two-day gala in its honor. Founded by German immigrants, Albers is a steadily growing … Continue reading
While some might consider not eating meat during Lent a sacrifice, most of us see it as a great excuse to head to a fish fry! Standard menus include cod, catfish, shrimp and chicken with side such as baked potato, … Continue reading
Hunting season is just around the corner, but before you head out to the woods, head to one the following towns in Clinton County to test your skills at a local shooting match. You can enjoy great camaraderie, good competition, … Continue reading