Bethalto’s History Highlighted in New Book

MT. PLEASANT, S.C. - Aug. 2, 2013 - PRLog -- The newest addition to Arcadia Publishing’s Images of America series is Bethalto from local authors Jeffrey W. Allsman and Mayor Steve A. Bryant. The book boasts more than 200 vintage and modern images chronicling the growth and change of this Illinois community.

The village of Bethalto is perched upon the edge of the rolling Illinois prairie. Low green hills and picturesque farms frame this attractive community of nearly 10,000 residents. The peaceful setting and relaxed lifestyle make Bethalto an ideal place to raise a family, yet its close proximity to the St. Louis metropolitan area makes it impossible to exhaust the tremendous variety of nearby cultural opportunities and entertainment.

Bethalto is home to the St. Louis Regional Airport, a beautiful arboretum, an extensive public library, a community senior citizen center and several parks with walking paths, fishing lakes, children’s playgrounds, pavilions and ample green space. Additionally, a municipal swimming pool, lighted tennis courts, a skateboard park, a soccer field, a newly remodeled basketball court and a number of baseball diamonds provide activities for more than 2,000 youths.

In Images of America: Bethalto readers will discover people, businesses, organizations and events that contributed to the village becoming one of the fastest-growing communities in Madison County.

Available at area bookstores, independent retailers, and online retailers, or through Arcadia Publishing at (888)-313-2665 or online.  

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