Clio, city in Barbour County, Alabama, United States
Clio is a small city in the southeast corner of Alabama, situated in an area with open fields and quiet streets. The city spans just over ten square miles and is defined mainly by two state highways, along which you find homes, small businesses, and local parks.
The town received its first post office in 1860 as Adkinson's Head but was renamed Clio in 1869. A railroad line built in the late 1800s spurred rapid growth, and the town was officially established in 1890.
Clio takes its name from a Latin word meaning to make famous, reflecting the town's early hopes for growth and recognition. The community keeps its local history alive through stories about notable residents like former governor George Wallace, shared at community gatherings and informal meetings.
The two state highways running through Clio provide easy access and connections to nearby towns like Brundidge, Louisville, and Clayton. Nearby Blue Springs State Park offers camping, picnic areas, and spring-fed pools for visitors interested in outdoor activities.
Clio hosted a prisoner of war camp during World War II with German prisoners, an unexpected chapter in the town's history. This part of the past is rarely discussed today but remains part of the town's story.
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