“What’s in a name, historically that is!”
“With a nod to Shakespeare, this occasional column about Gibson City’s history was started by asking the question, “What’s in a name?” The following is a list of well-known names in and around Gibson City, along with their historical background and some current updates.”
Read: “What’s in a Name?”: Compiled by Jean Noellsch
Compiled by Jean Noellsch, read along as a group of citizens plan a year-long celebration during 2021, celebrating the 150th anniversary of Gibson City’s founding. Articles with historical information will be periodically submitted for the goal of educating or reminding residents of historical information; These pieces will be shared on WGCY, with the Ford County Chronicle, the Ford County Record, the Gibson City Sesquicentennial Facebook Page, and Gibson City Illinois Website. Keep an eye out for the latest publications!