The towns are nestled beside the historic Illinois River which adds to both towns natural beauty. We pride ourselves on the peacefulness that these towns offer. Evening walks, or a visit to the bank is often the time for a short chat with your neighbor or an old friend. Each season Mother Nature decorates this area with outstanding scenery. Camping, fishing, and boating has brought people into this area.
Emergency service is rated very high with excellent health services nearby.
Each offers eateries and fuel for the snowmobiles, now a major winter attraction to the trail. The Illinois River has attracted many industrial plants to this area, and with major interstates with-in miles, as well as rail service, several industries have located here. We offer outstanding education for our youngsters and extra curricular activities at each school within our area. We will do our best to help you with our questions. The shaggy brow of a sandstone bluff that follows the line of the river overlooks each community.