Vespasian Warner Public Library Podcast

The railroad was a popular and convenient method of traveling and shipping in DeWitt County in the late 19th and early 20th centuries and it was a source of employment for many local residents as well. However, there were times that working and riding the rails could be dangerous -and even deadly.

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Learn a little more about the Weinberg Collection and the man who donated the books, Dr. Harold Weinberg.

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Two unlikely 14 inch rainfalls caused massive flooding in Clinton almost exactly seven years apart. Listen to learn a little more about what happened during those floods.

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Read or seen anything good lately? Well, the staff of the Vespasian Warner Library have. Here are a few recommendations that the staff have read or watched within the last year as they discovered -or rediscovered- some great reads and watches.

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Learn about the book discussion groups hosted by the Vespasian Warner Public Library District.

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Libraries are magical places, but the Vespasian Warner library is truly enchanted. Learn a little bit about our library fairies.

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On May 15, 1968, a tornado devastated the town of Wapella, heavily damaged Waynesville, and caused some destruction in Farmer City. Listen to learn a little more about that terrifying spring evening.

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In this episode, learn a little bit about the history of DeWitt County's third courthouse, which stood in the center of the Square for nearly 100 years.

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You don't have to wait until Halloween to enjoy something spooky, scary, creepy, or gory. Check out these screams that the staff recommend.

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Listen as Circulation Clerk Rachel Deavers discusses the work she does at the Vespasian Warner Library.

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