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The City of Virden, Illinois is located 25 miles South of the State Capitol of Springfield and is home to nearly 3500 residents of both Sangamon and Macoupin County.

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VIRDEN WAS FIRST SETTLED IN 1829 AND SURVEYED IN 1852. IT OFFICIALLY BECAME A TOWN ON JUNE 21, 1852.

THE CITY CONTINUES TO HONOR ITS RICH HISTORICAL PAST WHILE REMAINING STEADFASTLY COMMITTED TO BUILDING A BRIGHT FUTURE FOR OUR RESIDENTS.