The stories of Jasper County, IL
10 narrated audio stories from across Jasper County — hidden history, true crime, food legends, and local lore from its towns, landmarks, and back roads.
St. Mary of the Assumption Catholic Church
Where Sainte Marie Kept Its Faith
A church that carried faith, language, and community across generations.
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A French Catholic Beginning on the Illinois Prairie
How a tiny village carries an unusually specific origin story.
Newton Power Station
How a Power Plant Made a Lake
An industrial project that reshaped work, water, and leisure in Jasper County.
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Where Short Drives Became Serious Rivalries
How conference play turned nearby schools into familiar, high-stakes rivals.
Newton Community High School
When the Eagles Take the Floor
How one high school’s seasons became a town’s shared sports rhythm.
Sam Parr State Fish and Wildlife Area
Where Jasper County Goes Outdoors
A rural Illinois landscape shaped for public water, wildlife, and weekends outside.
Newton Lake State Fish and Wildlife Area
Where Farm Country Meets a Fishing Lake
How a cooling reservoir became a beloved destination for Illinois anglers.
St. Thomas Catholic Church and Rectory
When a Parish Put Down Roots in Newton
How St. Thomas marked Catholic life becoming settled in Newton.
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How a Sergeant’s Courage Traveled to Jasper County
A battlefield act that carried one sergeant’s name across America.
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A County Line Named for Valor
How Jasper County joined Illinois growth and carried a Revolutionary name westward.
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