Walnut Grove, McDonough County, Illinois facts for kids
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Walnut Grove, Illinois
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 Walnut Grove, McDonough County, Illinois
Location in Illinois
Walnut Grove, McDonough County, Illinois
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Illinois |
| County | McDonough |
| Elevation | 709 ft (216 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| Area code(s) | 309 |
| GNIS feature ID | 423283 |
Walnut Grove is an unincorporated community in McDonough County, Illinois, United States. Walnut Grove Township was first settled in 1830. The town of Walnut Grove was "laid out" in 1870. It was originally created on a railroad line that passed through the area, however this railroad line no longer exists.
Notable person
- Kenneth G. McMillan, Illinois State Senator and educator, grew up near Walnut Grove, on a farm.
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