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Truly a place for everyone!
Whether you want to live in a lovely stately older home with a big yard full of trees, a new home with all the amenities modern living has to offer or a funky apartment with twelve foot ceilings in a restored downtown commercial building, Jacksonville has it. Best of all, you’ll find the prices a smidgeon of what you pay for the same spaces in metropolitan areas.
The community’s geographic location provides many benefits. You experience all four seasons of the year in Jacksonville but without having to suffer the extreme heat or cold. If you enjoy a taste of metropolitan life every now and then, Chicago and Indianapolis are less than a four hour drive away. You can be in downtown St. Louis in an hour and a half and the capital city of Illinois, Springfield, is just thirty minutes from home.
Discover the Midwest’s best kept secret for small town living, Jacksonville, Illinois!
Home Owner Tips
 Summertime means vacation time for many residents, but nothing can ruin a nice getaway like returning home to find it has been burglarized. Homeowners can do a lot to help protect their homes by using common sense and taking steps to ensure their home does not become the target of a crime.
The most important thing you can do to keep your home safe while you are away is to give your home a lived-in appearance.
Ask neighbors to pick up newspapers, mail or any packages that may be delivered.
If you don't already have a lawn service, hire someone to cut and maintain the lawn while you're away.
Don't leave a message on your answering machine that reveals that you are out of town.
Have your lights coming on and going off at different times by using a timer.
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Gardening Tips
If you need to use pesticides to control July pests such as the Japanese beetle or Mexican bean beetle, always follow label directions. Use only as much as you need. Avoid applying in mid-day heat to prevent leaf burn, on windy days when chemicals can drift on to your skin or other plants, or when plants are in flower and bees are present.
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Jacksonville History
A famous general from the War of 1812 was responible not only for the name of the city, but also was among the area's first settlers.
Several structures in the city give testament to the rich history of the city that was once more populous than Chicago. Click the image above for a historical overview.
Historical Notables
During the 1830s and 40s, when activity in the American Underground Railroad movement was at its height, the community of Jacksonville in west-central Illinois was home to a significant number of white and free black citizens who were strongly anti-slavery. A number of these individuals were so committed to abolishing slavery that they risked their own lives and freedom by assisting runaway slaves on their arduous journeys to Canada.
Today, nine different sites in greater Jacksonville have been identified as stations on the local Underground Railroad network where members secretly worked together to hide and shelter the runaways until they could be safely moved to the next station on their journeys north to freedom The Underground Railroad Committee of the Morgan County Historical Society was formed in 2003 in an effort to identify and preserve these historic sites so that the stories of the courageous freedom-seekers and those assisting them might never be forgotten.
For general information, please call Mary Hathaway at (217) 243-5938. For tours, please call Art Wilson at (217) 725-7947.
Illinois College
Illinois College in Jacksonville awarded the first college degrees in the State of Illinois.
Clubs and Groups
Several nationwide groups have chapters in Jacksonville.
Business and Civic Groups
Rotary Club
Jacksonville Rotary Club meets every Friday at noon at Hamilton's Banquet Center.
Kiwanis Club
We meet every Thursday at Marjie's Restaurant
in the VFW
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Housing
The wide variety of housing in Jacksonville is perhaps only surpassed by the ready availability of financing alternatives.
Known for its low cost of living, the median price for a typical house in Jacksonville is around $80,200, compared to the state's $172,500.
Houses for Sale
239 Finley, Jacksonville, IL.
100 year old home with new kitchen and bath, 3-4 bedrooms. Enjoy the "charm" of this home. Priced at $208,000. MLS # 266720.
1144 Lafayette
Jacksonville, IL
Residential Property, built in 1920, with 4 bedrooms and 1.5 baths. Price: $149,900
MLS ID #: 261758
Land for Sale
North Gravel Springs Road
5-acre residential, sloping lot. Priced at $30,000.
Bonacorsi 108.48 acres
Lake, Park & Golf Course Frontage in Jacksonville. $6,450 per acre.
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The Financial Picture
The many banks in the Jacksonville area provide residents with the financial backing they need to realize their dreams. For links to area banks, maps and driving directions, click the link below.
Banks in Jacksonville
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Digging Into Transportation
The Jacksonville office of the Illinois Transportation Archaeological Research Program conducts archaeological surveys and excavations to gain knowledge of prehistory and history throughout Illinois. Once a year during Illinois Archaeology Month, the organization presents exhibits to: "inform Illinoisans about the state's cultural heritage as revealed through archaeology; illustrate how prudent management of archaeological and historic resources provides educational, cultural and economic benefits to all citizens; and actively engage Illinoisans in the preservation of these nonrenewable resources." Click the image below for more information.
Jacksonville Municipal Airport
Airport Information
Find out about the Airport, its runways, and more.
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Healthcare
In Jacksonville, Passavant Area Hospital has been serving the residents of the five surrounding counties for 125 years.
The hospital is a Level II Trauma facility with a heliport for transferring in patients from rural areas.
Passavant Area Hospital
General Facts
Read about the historical journey of the hospital and other important information.
Patient and Visitor Information
Phone numbers, visiting hours, and what's for lunch in the cafeteria! Find all the answers to your questions here.
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U of I Extension Office
The vision of the local U of I Extension Office is: "Helping the citizens of Morgan and Scott County put knowledge to work."
Promote Safe and Healthy Eating
Family Nutrition Program
FNP promotes safe and healthy eating by providing nutrition education programs and materials for food stamp eligible residents. Learn all about safe eating, food budgeting, and more.
Flower and Vegetable Growing
Master Gardeners
The Master Gardeners Porgram gives participants the opportunity to "learn about environmentally sound and practical gardening techniques specific to your growing area."
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Safety in Jacksonville
The Jacksonville Police Department provides a host of information regarding their efforts towards the safety of citizens as well as steps that citizens and communities themselves can take.
Police Department
Community Policing
Cooperation between citizens, civic groups and businesses has always played an important role in the betterment of community safety.
Education and Prevention
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Featured Community Organization
Each month we feature one of the Jacksonville area's community organization.
Crisis Center Foundation
The Center provides comprehensive walk-in and emergency shelter services to victims of domestic violence and their children. Services include crisis intervention, supportive counseling, legal and social service advocacy, violence prevention, community education and professional training on domestic violence issues. The Center’s service area includes Morgan, Scott, Cass and Greene Counties.
An Advocate is available 24 hours per day by calling 217-243-4357 or 1-877-243-5357. E-mail is not a safe means of communication.
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