Saunemin, Illinois

Saunemin is a village in Livingston County, Illinois, United States. As of 2023 the current population is 396.

Geography

Saunemin is located in eastern Livingston County. Illinois Route 116 passes through the southern side of the village, leading west to Pontiac, the county seat, and east to Ashkum. The village limits extend west along Route 116 to the crossroads with Illinois Route 47, which leads north to Dwight and south to Forrest.

Notable people

George S. Brydia, journalist, salesman, and politician; born in Saunemin
Albert Cashier, a transgender man who enlisted in the army during the American Civil War
Arthur R. Falter, businessman and politician
Ira M. Lish, businessman, Representative and Senator of Illinois