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History is Alive and Well in Clinton County IL

Posted on February 28, 2021 by admin
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From Cholera Cross to General Dean Suspension Bridge, there is something for everyone to learn and enjoy in Clinton County. History buffs and newbies will all discover something new at these fascinating historic sites in Clinton County, IL. Come experience … Continue reading →

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Stained Glass Windows Distinguish New Baden, IL Church

Posted on March 17, 2016 by admin
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You’ll find many historic churches when cruising through Clinton County, IL, but you’ll want to take note of one in particular, St. George’s Catholic Church in New Baden. The striking Gothic-styled structure, built in 1907, is notable for its exquisite … Continue reading →

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Getting To Know Our Town: Albers, Illinois

Posted on January 24, 2019 by admin
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Like so many of the towns in Clinton County, Illinois, Albers can trace its history back to German inhabitants and the railroad. The small community proudly celebrated its 125 anniversary in 2015. In the 1860’s, the railroad line was extended … Continue reading →

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Charting the Kaskaskia River Through Clinton County, IL

Posted on February 28, 2019 by admin
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As it works its way from west of Champagne, Illinois to the Mississippi River, the Kaskaskia River flows through the farmlands of Clinton County, defining our southern border, and providing both an important natural resource and a prime area for … Continue reading →

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Agriculture: The Heart of Clinton County, Illinois

Posted on February 14, 2019 by admin
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From early on, farming has been an integral part of the growth of Clinton County. In fact, it is home to dozens of centennial farms, many from the beginning days of the county. While the size of the farms, techniques … Continue reading →

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St. Mary’s Church in Carlyle, IL

Posted on December 20, 2018 by admin
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Heaven knows nature tried, but St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Carlyle, Illinois, wasn’t about to give up, and 165 years later it stands proud and strong here in Clinton County. The history of St. Mary’s Catholic Church is one of … Continue reading →

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St. Anthony’s Church A Lasting Heritage In Beckemeyer, IL

Posted on September 27, 2018 by admin
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For 113 years, parishioners have been flocking to St. Anthony’s Church in Beckemeyer, Illinois. The church was—and is—an important gathering spot, not just for spiritual guidance, but for support and community as well. Beckemeyer was settled by coal miners and … Continue reading →

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Getting To Know Our Town: St. Rose, Illinois

Posted on July 19, 2018 by admin
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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 →

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Getting To Know Our Town: Trenton, Illinois

Posted on June 21, 2018 by admin
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Driving U.S. Highway 50 through southern Illinois will take you right into the town of Trenton, one of Clinton County’s proud little towns. The village got its start back in the early 1800’s when an Army base was established there. … Continue reading →

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St. Rose Church & Cemetery: Defined By History

Posted on October 12, 2017 by admin
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Like so many churches in small towns, St. Rose Church in St. Rose, Illinois, is reflective of the town’s earliest inhabitants. Coming from Baden, Germany, and Switzerland between 1844 and 1850, the immigrants initially joined a parish in Breese. But … Continue reading →

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