Wood River

Reminders of Wood River’s past as an oil refinery town are everywhere – even the town’s high school mascot is the Oilers – and its heritage is celebrated at the Wood River Museum & Visitors Center.

Today, Wood River is home to a large concentration of historic Sears Homes and also numerous well-known as well as locally-owned businesses. For those more interested in play, the city has multiple family-friendly parks and maintains the Belk Park Golf Course.

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Bethalto

Low green hills and picturesque farms frame the Village of Bethalto, but don’t let the peaceful setting and relaxed lifestyle fool you – there’s plenty to see and do in the community…

East Alton

Often called “the village of progress,” East Alton has progressively defined itself as a destination of its own.

Hamel

The Village of Hamel is a small but growing community that proudly touts its Route 66 heritage.

Hartford

Located at the confluence of the Mississippi and Missouri rivers, Hartford is where things come together.

Livingston

Few stops along Route 66 contain as much charm as Livingston’s Pink Elephant Antique Mall.

Roxana

Home to Phillips 66, one of the region’s best community partners and one of the world’s largest oil refineries, Roxana also boasts strong recreational opportunities.

South Roxana

South Roxana is a small town that’s big on fun.

Worden

You’ve heard of Mardi Gras, but in the town of Worden they celebrate Wordi Gras, the village’s version of New Orleans’ event of excess.

Madison County

Nearly 270,000 residents call Madison County home and it’s no wonder why.