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🇺🇸🎆 JUST RELEASED! Here’s our official list of local fireworks displays and celebrations to mark America’s 250th anniversary. Which display are you looking forward to the most? 🎇🧨

For four days, Sesser will be the place to be with carnival rides, amazing food, live entertainment, and memories waiting to be made with family and friends.

⭐Wednesday is Family Night!
🎟️ Ride all evening with a $15 armband
🎶 Gospel Night featuring the Larry DeLawder Family at 7:30 PM
🚪 FREE admission — bring the whole family!

Whether you're coming for the rides, the food, the music, or the tradition, there's something for everyone at this year's Homecoming celebration.

As we celebrate 70 years of Sesser Homecoming, we'd love to hear from you!

👇 Share your favorite Homecoming memory in the comments. How many years have you been attending?

Tag your friends and family and help us kick off four days of fun, tradition, and hometown pride!

One more sleep until the 70th Annual Sesser Homecoming kicks off!

Four days of entertainment, food, and family fun start tomorrow, Wednesday, June 17th, at Miner's Memorial Park.

Opening night is Family Night, with $15 ride armbands all evening long. It's also Gospel Night, with the Larry DeLawder Family taking the stage at 7:30PM. No admission charge to get in, so bring the whole family out for a great night of music to start the week off right.

We'll see you there!

🎣🚣 A Great Day for Rend Lake and Outdoor Recreation! 🚣🎣

The new ADA-accessible fishing dock and kayak launch at Jackie Branch Boat Ramp is now open and ready to welcome anglers and paddlers of all abilities.

This project would not have been possible without the incredible partnership between the Union Sportsmen’s Alliance, Laborers’ Local 773, and the dedicated Rend Lake Project Office team. Through their generosity, expertise, and hard work, a project valued at more than $60,000 has become a reality.

This new facility expands recreational access, enhances opportunities for bank fishing and kayaking, and helps ensure more people can enjoy all that Rend Lake has to offer.

We are grateful to everyone who contributed their time, labor, equipment, and support to make this project happen. It is another outstanding example of what can be accomplished when organizations, skilled trades, volunteers, and communities come together for the benefit of outdoor recreation.

👏 A huge congratulations and sincere thank you to everyone involved in bringing this project from vision to reality. Your efforts will make a lasting impact on visitors and residents alike for years to come.

📍 The new dock and launch are located at Jackie Branch Boat Ramp off Illinois Route 154 east of Sesser.

Stop by, check it out, launch a kayak, cast a line, and enjoy this exciting new addition to Rend Lake!

🚗🍔 Fast Cars & Foodies is Coming to West Frankfort! 🍔🚗

Mark your calendars for Saturday, June 27, 2026, and head to Nest at the Lake , one of Southern Illinois’ premier destinations for weddings, special events, and unforgettable gatherings.

Known as the quintessential Southern Illinois wedding and event venue, Eagles Nest at the Lake provides the perfect backdrop for an afternoon of classic cars, motorcycles, local flavors, and family fun.

🏁 Fast Cars & Foodies
📅 June 27, 2026
⏰ 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
📍 Eagles Nest at the Lake
3089 Aerie Lane, West Frankfort, IL

Take a ride down memory lane as classic cars and motorcycles fill the grounds while local food vendors showcase some of the best food and drinks Illinois has to offer.

🚘 Classic Car & Motorcycle Show
🍴 Local Food & Artisan Vendors
🎟 FREE Spectator Admission
🎁 Door Prizes & Goody Bags
🏆 Awards for Best in Show, Oldest Vehicle, People’s Choice, and More

Vehicle registration is just $15 pre-registration or $20 the day of the event.

Whether you’re a car enthusiast, a foodie, or simply looking for a great day out, this event offers something for everyone. And if you’ve never visited Eagles Nest at the Lake, this is the perfect opportunity to experience one of Southern Illinois’ most beautiful event venues firsthand.

👇 What’s your dream classic car? Tell us in the comments!

⛳🏌️‍♀️ Grab your favorite golf partner and join us for a day of fun, competition, and beautiful views at the Rend Lake 2-Lady Scramble!

As part of the 50th Anniversary Celebration of Rend Lake, we’re inviting lady golfers from across the region to tee it up at the beautiful Rend Lake Golf Complex 27 Hole Golf, Dining, Lodging, and Conference on Wednesday, July 29, 2026.

📍 Rend Lake Golf Resort
🗓 Wednesday, July 29, 2026
⏰ 9:00 AM Shotgun Start

💲 $75 per person
✔️ 18 Holes of Golf
✔️ Cart Included
✔️ Practice Round Included
✔️ Lunch Included

🏌️‍♀️ All age groups play from the Red Tees
🏆 Flights based on the number of teams entered
👭 Limited to the first 60 teams

Whether you’re playing to win or just looking for a memorable day on the course with a friend, this tournament is the perfect opportunity to enjoy one of Southern Illinois’ premier golf destinations.

📞 Register today:
📧 [email protected]
📱 (618) 629-2353

⛳ Who would be your scramble partner? Tag them below and let them know it’s time to hit the links!