Chillicothe

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Superior Quality of Life

Chillicothe is located on the Illinois River just 15 minutes north of Peoria and is part of the Peoria-Pekin Metropolitan Area. Chillicothe offers the advantages of a small community such as low tax rates, low crime rates, and an excellent school district, yet Chillicothe also has the advantage of the cultural opportunities a metropolitan area offers. Chillicothe's residents can take advantage of the quality of homes available, the excellent school system, the many shopping opportunities, exceptional public services, and the many leisure activities Chillicothe has to offer to its residents.

Educational Opportunities

Illinois Valley Central Unit School District (IVC) serves the Chillicothe area and consists of 3 elementary schools, 2 junior high schools and a high school. Parents in Chillicothe also have the option of sending their children to one of three private grade schools as well as a private high school. Bradley University, the University of Illinois College of Medicine in Peoria, Illinois Central College, St. Francis School of Nursing a Mid-State College are located approximately 15 to 20 minutes from Chillicothe.

Outstanding Recreational Amenities

Chillicothe is surrounded by recreational facilities, parks, and the beautiful Illinois River. In spring and summer, residents are fortunate to be near the Illinois River which provides the city with a multitude of recreational opportunities such as boating, water skiing, fishing, and panoramic views. Autumn and winter find them hunting, ice fishing or snow mobiling. Situated on the Northern edge of the city, Chillicothe Recreational Area Ltd., boasts 82 camper pads with water and electrical hookups and an on-site dump station as well as 'primitive' campsites for outdoor enthusiasts. Four clear lakes offer swimming, scuba and boating areas. Sandy beaches are ideal for picnics, sunbathing, bocci ball and sand volleyball. The adjoining Chillicothe Paintball Pits allow the adventuresome to test their physical and tactical skill in the wooded paintball fields. Pearce Community Center, located in the heart of the city, provides aerobics, weight and fitness rooms. Banquet facilities are available at Pearce in addition to special programs for senior citizens. Pearce also has a beautiful indoor swimming pool where members may enjoy various aquatic activities.

Vibrant Economy

Today, Chillicothe has a prosperous economy and is experiencing commercial and residential growth. The city offers a multitude of commercial services and retail outlets available to Chillicothe businesses including restaurants, printers, graphic design studios, contractors, architects, real estate agents, attorneys, accountants' insurance agents and financial services.

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