Most of what we hear know about Madison was his fighting with Alexander Hamilton in the early days of our nation, so it is strange to think that a group of settlers from the eastern edge of Lake County decided to name their village after him in 1815. Obviously, at the time, he was a popular and inspiring presence here in Lake County.

Today we are talking about Perry. From War hero frenzy to Nuclear Power, Perry has a long and interesting history.

Waite Hill's website has some great stuff about what life was like for early pioneers in the area. Spoiler alert: I would not have done well! River Road is about to be closed for a few weeks and I am freaking out, meanwhile these guys walked all the way from New York in the dead of winter! If you are interested, check out their website: https://www.waitehilloh.gov/doc/villagehall/The%20Story%20of%20Waite%20Hill%20by%20Lillie%20Tryon%20Curtis.pdf