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One of the fastest growing communities in Illinois.

Village Office
PO Box 139
149 S. Page
Aviston, IL 62216
Phone 618-228-7262  Fax 228-7244
Web site: www.avistonil.org
Email: villagehall@avistonil.org

Office Hours
Monday- 8:00-4:00
Tuesday- 8:00-2:00
Wednesday- 8:00-6:00
Thursday- 8:00-2:00
Friday-  8:00-4:00
Saturday & Sunday Closed
Aviston Update:  
bulletCYM Helps Aviston Promote Aviston-The recently renovated 'Welcome to Aviston' signs purchased by First National Bank were a great addition to Aviston.  They also require someone to go out in the weather to put messages on them. The Catholic Youth Ministry has agreed to update those signs when necessary.  If you would like to add a message to the sign please check the Events/Calendar page for information.
bulletRoute 50 Bridge-I.D.O.T. announced the Sugar Creek Bridge is now opened again.
bulletAviston Elementary Is Honored Again-Aviston Elementary received the 2008 Bright Star Award of Excellence.  The award is given to the top 5% of schools with the  highest academic performances at a low cost per pupil within the 871 Illinois school districts. Aviston Elementary has been honored consistently over the years with this award.
bulletPark Walking Path Gets Addition-With the help of the Citizens for Aviston committee, the Aviston Park Board finished a project adding to the west end of the park walking path.  Take a walk and check it out.
bulletHidden Lake Winery Opens Its Retreat Cabins-The retreat cabins in Silent Forest are a wonderful addition to the Aviston experience at Hidden Lake Winery. For information on one of the 10 new cabins to stay overnight in contact Sandy at 228-7428 or visit sandy@silentforestretreat.com.  
bulletRecognitions Opens Along Route 50-Jeff and Amelia Morgan have announced the opening of Recognitions along Old Rt. 50.  They are open for business for quality awards, trophies, engravings, shadow boxes, t-shirts, and more.  For more information about the new business call 228-7600 or check out www.WebRecognitions.com.
bulletAces Win 4th Straight CCL Title-With playoff victories over Trenton and Breese in the first two rounds of the 2008 Clinton County League baseball playoffs, the Aces met up with Centralia again in the best -of-three championship series. The Aces won game one in Centralia 6-4 and game two in Aviston with a 3-2 final. The Aces tied a 64 year record with their 4th consecutive championship.
bulletAviston Eagles Win 5 State Titles in '08-In the inaugural track season at Aviston, the Eagles brought home 3 titles. The girls track and field team, Nathan Zeissett with the mile, and Paige Richards in the 200 meter.  Track state info. In March the girls volleyball team put together their A game in volleyball sweeping the competition in Nashville.  The Eagles defeated Crab Orchard, New Athens, and South Central to win the Class M title. In January the Lady Eagles won their first two games at state vs. Cairo and Christopher.  These wins propelled the Eagles to the championship game versus Goreville.   The Eagles clawed their way to a 15 point victory and their first girls basketball championship in school history. These championships add up to 8 team championship for Aviston Elementary.  Congrats to the Eagles for their 5 state title this past school year.
bullet2008 Zoning Map-Click on the link to see an updated zoning map of Aviston. 2008 Aviston Zoning Map
bulletAviston Continues to Grow-The U.S. Census Bureau released its population estimates recently released new census estimates.  The results estimated Aviston's population at 1,644 as of July 1st 2006.  The addition of 413 people is a 34% increase since the 2000 census had Aviston at 1, 231
 
Aviston is located approximately 35 miles east of St. Louis on the eastern side of the St. Louis metropolitan area.  Aviston's small town charm and values are centered between the excitement of St. Louis and the outdoors of Carlyle Lake.  Aviston is a growing community that has a population of approximately 1,300 people.  The 2000 census showed Aviston grew 33% from the 1990 census.  The village offers an Illinois Bright A+ school system, spacious park, great business  TIF programs, and various luxuries that prove it will continue to grow with the future.  Residents of Aviston take great pride in their community and this is proven by the numerous volunteer organizations. 
      Although Aviston is not directly on a major interstate highway, several major highways are nearby: I-64 to the south, I-70 to the north, I-57 to the east, I-55 to the west,  and New US Rt. 50 runs through the heart of Aviston.  Aviston's growth, kindness, and location make it a great place for business and living.


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Jason M. Rakers, Aviston, Illinois