This was written by Genealogical Society volunteer, Beth Mitchell for the Wilmington News Journal As Paul Harvey might have said – and now the rest of the story. Matthew Rombach, father-in-law of General Denver, has an interesting history. It seems much more...

This was written by Genealogical Society volunteer, Beth Mitchell for the Wilmington News Journal As our volunteers in the genealogical society continue to work on our many projects, we sometimes find a previously unknown or unnoted tidbit that may help fill in a...

Written by Genealogical Society research library volunteer, Beth Mitchell. We often find a “movement” in a community that may have long-lasting effects.  It appears the Commercial Club of Wilmington may have been one of those entities that shaped the  business history...

Written and compiled by Genealogical Society research volunteer, Beth Mitchell.  I have mentioned before about the treasures in the deed books. If you were researching this family, you might be doing a happy dance with all the information given – or perhaps you would...

This story was written by Genealogical Society volunteer, Beth Mitchell, who holds nearly 35 years of experience with the archival records at the History Center.  If you are interested in history the early deed books may produce some real treasures. It seems that,...

The Community Club of New Antioch has a busy day planned for July 4th. Gus Daulton, president of the club, has been planning this event for more than a year. The two main features will be parade in the morning and a basket dinner to follow at 12:30 o’clock. Prizes...

Whether you're eager to hear tales of on-field glory, gain insider perspectives on sports journalism, or learn about the impact of sports on our local community, our speaker series promises an enriching and unforgettable experience for all ages. Don't miss this...

This post is setup for Clinton Massie's 8th grade history classrooms, but we hope the resources and information can be helpful to all who view it. On April 18, 19, and 20th of 2024 the Clinton County History Center hosted a three-day display of Lincoln, Civil War, and...

Written by Genealogical Society volunteer, Beth Mitchell for the Wilmington News Journal. The article for this month was gleaned from The Wilmington Journal January 1886 to September 1886.  Please remember the words used are directly from the newspaper of the day and...

Published in the Wilmington News Journal on April 25, 2024 The Clinton County History Center is pleased to announce the appointment of Mark Huber as the newest member of its team — serving as part-time archives assistant, according to a news release. With an...