Golden is a village in Adams County, Illinois, with a population of approximately 711.
Population711
Median Home$125,500
Area0.64 sq mi
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Golden Owl Award honors Illinois ag educators
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NewsMAR 03, 2026
2 Central Illinois educators finalists for Golden Apple Award
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NewsFEB 27, 2026
Golden fire issued burn ban
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