Swinging over the Locks: The Quad Cities’ Government Bridge
Even at 120 years old, the Government Bridge is an impressive feat of engineering.
Pleasant Hill
Population (2010) 966 Visitor Information Get your questions answered from the folks at the Pike County Chamber of Commerce (217.285.2971). History Brothers Belus and Egbert Jones were among the first Europeans to move into this part of the county, arriving in 1821 when a community
Quincy
Population (2010) 40,633 Introduction Nicknamed “Gem City of the West” for its outstanding collection of architecture, Quincy is a friendly place to visit with several attractions that are worth taking time to explore. The original city center is bouncing back and new restaurants are bringing a fresh approach to dining. Stick around
Inver Grove Heights
Population (2010) 33,880 Visitor Information Direct your questions to the River Heights Chamber of Commerce (651.451.2266). History The McGroarty family, the first of many immigrants from Ireland to settle in the area, reached the US in 1848. The family included 24-year old John, Bridget, his wife, their
Palisade
Population (2010) 167 History Before there was a village called Palisade, there was just Lee’s Hill, so named because the property with a rise was owned by a Mr. Lee. It was also known as Blueberry hill to some folks, because, well, I think you can guess why. H.S.
Jacobson
Population (2010) Unincorporated Introduction The unincorporated village of Jacobson acquired its name through habit and repetition rather than any formal process. It was built along what was once a popular route traveled by fur traders and Indians, along the Swan River to the Mississippi River. History