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Elizabeth Withington: artisan and girlboss

Veda Dean

Elizabeth Withington: artisan and girlboss

“Just think of it -- your picture taken by a Lady!" were the words of an 1857 editorial about the newly opened portrait studio of...

Why is Ione a prison town? pt.2: Preston's failures

Veda Dean

Why is Ione a prison town? pt.2: Preston's failures

On March 11, 1889, the Sacramento Union reported the small town of Ione was celebrating the signing of Senate Bill 402 which officially...

Why is Ione a prison town? pt.1 : A History of juvenile justice in California

Veda Dean

Why is Ione a prison town? pt.1 : A History of juvenile justice in California

Growing up as a third-generation Ionian, I was surrounded by people who relied on the State Prison. My uncle worked there until his...

Jerome Dillon and a century's old tradition

Veda Dean

Jerome Dillon and a century's old tradition

Some connections between communities withstand the test of time, for over a century, there has been a link between Ione and Dillon...

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'The Oldest Screen Actor'

Did you know some of the first Hollywood stars are buried in Ione? William Courtright was born Theodore Courtright on March 10, 1848, in...

Formerly known as "Bedbug" and "Freezeout," Ione is rich in history for being a trade center during the California gold rush. Many came from around the world to settle the place we now call home.

Why Ione?

Not only is Ione at the heart of Gold Country, it is also rich in resources like clay,

rock, coal, and fertile soil, which made it the perfect place to start a business, family, or fortune.

Community life is vibrant with traditions spanning generations. From the Ione Homecoming parade and fireworks to the Veteran honor ceremony and lunch, you can always count on the community to show up.

Ione's history is full of surprises and Uncovering Ione's mission is to make a space to both honor the past and hope for a brighter future.