1996 Map of Marion

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Marion serves as a major regional hub in Williamson County, defined by a dense grid of streets like Main Street and Carter Street and anchored by the county courthouse. The city's mid-century growth is evident in its numerous neighborhood schools, including McKinley Sch and Jefferson Sch, and large public institutions like the VA Hospital. To the south, the landscape transitions into the expansive Crab Orchard National Wildlife Refuge and the high-security grounds of the Federal Penitentiary. Outside the city limits, the rural character is preserved around the smaller settlements of Hudgens and Neilson, where country churches such as Shiloh Ch and Fountain Ch mark the crossroads. The area is also deeply tied to its natural resources and infrastructure, featuring the Marion Reservoir and a network of railroads including the Illinois Central Railroad and Burlington Northern Railroad.