Surrounding Communities

St. Louis
St. Louis, the largest city in Missouri, is located on the bank of the Mississippi River, just below its confluence with the Missouri River. Downtown St. Louis is less than 20 miles from Scott. The metropolitan area encompasses 12 counties—seven in Missouri and five in Illinois. The population of the city is over 354,361 with nearly a million people in the surrounding St. Louis County. Because of its historic role in the nation's westward expansion, St. Louis is known as the "Gateway to the West." Commemorating this role is the 630-foot stainless steel Gateway Arch, the nation's tallest man-made monument. Cultural and informational opportunities abound with internationally-recognized institutions and organizations.

Residents and visitors young and old share the enriching excitement of the zoo, science center, opera, theater, art museum, symphony and more. Five-star restaurants and corner bistros offer an array of choices for fine dining and casual dinners. St. Louis has many great fairs and festivals throughout the region that offer family fun and entertainment. The variety of themes represents the area's cultural heritage and traditions. Some examples include Fair St. Louis, St. Louis Strassenfest, the Blues Festival, Taste of St. Louis, the Greek Festival and the Great Forest Park Balloon Race and Festival.

In the last decade, downtown St. Louis has experienced an economic resurgence with the expansion of the popular Scottrade Center (formerly the Savvis Center) as well as the 1995 opening of the Edward Jones Dome (at America Center), now a major St. Louis institution and the home of the Rams. The arrival of gaming on the riverfront complements the numerous other downtown attractions, including the Busch Memorial Stadium, Laclede's Landing and the Arch Ground. New and renovated hotels vie for increased convention and tourism business. Union Station, a redeveloped train station and the St. Louis Center also offer the convenience of shopping malls while the historical Soulard Market offers the "hustle and bustle" of outdoor vendors. Lambert-St. Louis International Airport is the third-fastest growing airport in the world. The MetroLink transportation system conveniently connects the Lambert-St. Louis International Airport with downtown and extends all the way to Scott. St. Louis ranks high in ratings for medical institutions, universities and quality of life. It is also a major hub for industrial and corporate headquarters.

Belleville
Belleville, the county seat of St. Clair County, is located five minutes from Scott Air Force Base and fifteen minutes from downtown St. Louis. Established in 1814, it is one of the oldest communities in the St. Louis metropolitan area. In June 2011, Belleville was named an All-America City by the National Civic League. Progressive government, quality education, outstanding health care, community participation and the spirit of volunteerism continue to attract discerning people who choose to live in Belleville for more than its close proximity to metropolitan facilities; they choose Belleville for the special feeling of belonging and community pride that expands the lives of Belleville families.

Belleville enjoys a steady, healthy growth. In 1814 it was a small community in the heart of Mid-America. It was chartered as a city in 1850 with a population of 3,500 and has grown steadily through the years to a population of 44,478. With new subdivisions, well established neighborhoods and one national and three local historic districts, Belleville offers many options for housing for its residents.

The first railroad in Illinois was built in Belleville in 1836 and served the coal mines in the area with six miles of roadway from the bluffs to the Mississippi River. The first macadamized road ever constructed in Illinois was built from Belleville to East St. Louis, a distance of fourteen miles. We have progressed much since then with over 300 miles of streets and sixty miles of alley in our city, including the longest Main Street in the United States. Running from the East end to the West end of Belleville, the 9.3 mile street does not include any state highway. Belleville is proud to offer MetroLink, a light rail transportation system that runs from Scott Air Force Base to Lambert International Airport in St. Louis with three stations for parking and boarding in Belleville.

The first circulating library in the state of Illinois was organized in Belleville in 1836. This library has functioned continuously for more than 175 years, giving Belleville the distinction of having one of the oldest libraries in Illinois. Belleville's main library is located in downtown one block off of East Main Street and its west branch is located at 3414 West Main St.

Belleville is justly proud of its award-winning Philharmonic Society. Founded in 1866, it is the second longest continuously active Philharmonic group in the United States offering orchestral and vocal music. Community concerts and outstanding religious pageantry occur year-round at the nation's largest outdoor Catholic Shrine, the National Shrine of Our Lady of the Snows. St. Peter's Roman Catholic Cathedral, located a few blocks from Belleville's Public Square, is the largest cathedral in the state of Illinois. Built in the English Gothic style with its loftiness and huge dimensions, it is rich with sculpture and stained glass.

The rich farmlands of the Belleville area have consistently provided economic stability. These farms are famous for producing delicious white asparagus, horseradish, corn, strawberries, peaches and apples.

Six school districts with award winning schools operate in Belleville, encompassing more than fourteen public elementary schools, four junior high schools and middle schools, four high schools including one Catholic and one private high school, five catholic grade schools and one private school for kindergarten through grade twelve. Southwestern Illinois College (SWIC) is a community college in Belleville with satellite campuses in Red Bud and Granite City, numerous off-campus sites and more than 100 on-line classes. SWIC has an enrollment of more than 26,000 students. Belleville is also proud to have Lindenwood University, a twenty-two acre campus in the heart of Belleville, offering day and evening classes for students working towards their Bachelor and Masters Degrees. Lindenwood University has an enrollment of 1,500 students.

There is a wide choice of recreational opportunities in and around the community. Belleville has 22 city parks encompassing over 200 acres which includes 6 miles of bicycle trails. With country clubs, an historic downtown movie theatre, one of the country's last remaining drive-in theatres, golf courses, bowling centers, a public swimming pool, and an outdoor skateboard park, Belleville offers fun for everyone.

With Art on the Square, the number one Art Show in the nation three times within the last four years, Belleville is a progressive community with a rich heritage and culture built on history and tradition. Belleville prides itself on service to its citizens and its strong character.

Cahokia
The village of Cahokia, "Birthplace of the Midwest," has its beginnings in May 1699. This is when priests from Quebec, Canada, founded the Holy Family Mission. The village was incorporated as a municipality under an Illinois State Charter on March 28, 1927. Cahokia is located in the geographic center of the U.S., along the Mississippi River and across the river from the St. Louis central business district.

It is a growing community with a population of approximately 16,000. Cahokia village contains a wide variety of housing stock among its 6,000 plus units. The diversity of housing covers the full range of housing types, from stately to mobile homes, split foyer to basic subdivision houses and duplexes to multi-family homes.

Churches of all major denominations are available. Cahokia Unit School District 187 and parochial schools offer education for children in kindergarten through 12th grade. Higher education is available from a conveniently located satellite site for Southwestern Illinois College right in Cahokia. The Cahokia Park and Recreation Center houses the Cahokia Pool, Ice Rink complex, the Cahokia Nutrition Center and the 18-hole Prairies Golf course. Just outside the entrance to the park is the Cahokia Library. The Park area has softball diamonds, covered pavilions, a lake stocked with a variety of wildlife and a cinder walking trail with picnic tables and benches along the way. From June to August each year, a Summer Monday Evening Concert Series is held in the park, highlighting local musical talent. The series features family-oriented musical entertainment including acoustic bluegrass and pop, acappella, choir and chorus performances.

Carlyle
Carlyle is a city of approximately 3,406 residents and is 33 miles east of Scott, located at the junction of State Route 127 and U.S. Route 50. Carlyle was settled in 1812 and laid out as a village in 1837. Overall, Carlyle offers its residents an interesting dichotomy of lifestyle. During the work week, residents live, work and run their errands in a community in a rural setting. By night or on the weekend, Carlyle residents have easy access to the metropolitan lifestyle of St. Louis city and Metro East Ill. One may say that Carlyle residents experience a little of everything, the best of what's around! Visit Carlyle on the Internet at http://www.playandstaycarlyle.com. Carlyle is most widely known for its close proximity to the largest, man-made lake in Illinois, Carlyle Lake. Construction of the Lake and the dam was completed in 1967 after having been authorized by U.S. Congress in 1958. Carlyle Lake, in addition to Lake Shelbyville, was constructed primarily for flood control under the stewardship of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. Today, Carlyle Lake is very popular among fishermen, hunters, campers, sailors and people who enjoy outdoor recreation. Carlyle Lake receives approximately 3 million visits in any given year. More information on Carlyle Lake may be found on the Internet at http://www.mvs.carlylelake.com. The City of Carlyle proper is a full-service community, providing for a variety and concentration of services not found in many municipalities the size of Carlyle, including grocery stores, restaurants, health care providers, general retail, hardware and auto and professional advisors. Carlyle is also home to one of Downstate Illinois' finest golf courses, Governor's Run. School services are overseen by Carlyle Community Unit District No. 1. Education is provided to over 1,300 students in three separate buildings for elementary, junior high and high school students. Class sizes are still small in Carlyle schools, and students learn in comfortable settings with a newly constructed junior high and a recently expanded elementary school building.

Caseyville
Near St. Louis and less than 20 miles from Scott is the town that's "close to it all." With a population of just over 4,300 people, the Village of Caseyville offers the modesty and tranquility of a small town, yet boasts proximity to all the economic and social activity surrounding St. Louis and the Mississippi River.

Once little more than an outpost town, Caseyville is now a growing community of more than 1,750 homes. The town first gained fame as a home for the Twenty-second Infantry Illinois Volunteers. Mustered into United States service in 1861, they would later fall under the direct command of General Grant himself during reconnaissance in Kentucky. Today, Caseyville is a pleasant suburban community with an outstanding quality of life. Within the area, there are 10 churches, the Caseyville Elementary School, Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Grade School, the Caseyville Public Library and a Nursing and Rehabilitation Center with a national reputation for its physical therapy specialization. Caseyville also offers reasonable housing costs and low crime rates. The area enjoys a full seasonal climate with 70 percent sunshine during peak summer months.

Collinsville
Its motto, "Wide open spaces, close to city places," speaks for itself. The hospitality district of Southern Illinois is only minutes from downtown St. Louis, ideally located in the center of all activities and attractions, and is quickly accessible by major highway networks. The Collinsville Hospitality District boasts more than 13 major chain hotels, creating pleasant surroundings from family economy to sumptuous luxury, and excellent seating in more than 40 restaurants, serving cuisine from family style to gourmet fare. All of the support services and conveniences required for conventions or tourists in the safety and comfort of a hometown environment are available here. Collinsville is best known for the Cahokia Mounds historic site, which is on the World Heritage List; Fairmount Park Race Track, which provides year-round horse racing; and Gateway Center, Illinois' premiere convention center, which meets the needs of groups from 25 to 2,500. Collinsville is also known as the Horseradish Capital of the World. Two-thirds of the world's horseradish is grown here in the American Bottoms. An International Horseradish Festival is held the first Saturday of each May. Additionally, the annual Italian Fest, held on the third Friday and Saturday in September, attracts over 70,000 people who share a fondness for Italian food, entertainment, grape stomps, bocce ball tournaments, bike marathons, parades and street dancers. Collinsville is located only 10 miles from downtown St. Louis, six miles from Southern Illinois University at Edwardsville, 14 miles from Southwestern Illinois College and is framed by four interstates and four highways including Interstates 64, 55/70 and 255.

Collinsville also boasts a superior school system, and state championship teams in basketball, baseball, wrestling and bowling. And of course, Collinsville's most treasured attraction is the "World's Largest 'Catsup' Bottle." (aka the Brooks Catsup water tower), standing sentry over the crumbling Brooks Catsup bottling plant. The bottle celebrated its 60th birthday in July 2009, with a bar-b-que festival and car show in Collinsville's American Legion park.

Columbia
Columbia, Ill. is the St. Louis area's fastest growing suburb. Located about ten minutes away by car from downtown St. Louis, the community lies adjacent to Interstate 255, surrounded by Interstate 270 and about 25 miles from Scott. The area has an exciting and rich history. In the mid-1600s, the French landed there and became the first white settlers. Through most of the 18th century, the British assumed control of the territory, until American revolutionaries drove them out in the war. The original town was built by just a handful of American settlers on bluffs overlooking the Mississippi River. Today, Columbia is a small city with a population of nearly 10,000, many descendants of German immigrants who came looking for work in the 1840s.

Columbia has all the amenities of a major city, beginning with a wide range of restaurants from Joe Boccardi's and Thai House on South Main, to Tequila Mexican and the Columbia City Saloon. Recreational facilities abound, including a park system encompassing the American Legion Park, Bolm-Schuchkraft Memorial City Park, the Columbia Municipal Park, Meadow Ridge and Turner Park. The area is a haven for golf nuts, with three courses offering various levels of challenge right inside the suburb and seven other southwestern Illinois courses within a 20-minute drive. The Columbia Bath and Tennis Club, a major hub for membership recreation, offers a full-sized swimming pool and organized activities on its beautiful campus. For a more economic way of getting involved, there are leagues around town for bowling, volleyball, softball and, of course, golf. Columbia is also a place for horseshoes, offering tournaments at various locations. In addition, Columbia acts as a starting point for cyclists riding down the famous Bluff Road scenic river route. Miles of river bottoms await you along this Illinois institution. Young residents of Columbia generally attend school within the Columbia Community Unit School District No. 4, encompassing Parkview Elementary and Columbia Middle and High Schools. An abundance of community activities help kids and families stay involved both in and out of school. Instructional classes and leagues are available for all ages in such sports as softball and baseball, soccer, football, bowling, dance, swimming and gymnastics. The community is particularly proud of its Kids n' Kicks program as well as the Khoury Softball League. Southwestern Illinois College offers nearby satellite instruction for prospective community college attendees.

East St. Louis
East St. Louis in Illinois houses a population of more than 31,500. Located in Illinois' St. Clair County, it sits just 15 miles west of Scott, a 2.5 mile distance from downtown St. Louis. The first bridge erected to span the Mississippi River is still being used today to travel from East St. Louis to the metropolitan St. Louis area. Known as the Eads Bridge, it is one of the best known historical river bridges in the Midwest.

In the summer of 1993, Arch Paddle, Inc. completed construction on the largest riverboat casino in America, the Casino Queen, which sails several times a day from East St. Louis. The $30 million enterprise has been a huge economic boom to the city; in addition to bringing 1,000 jobs, it generates more than twice the revenues per year than those from annual real-estate taxes throughout the city.

The Metro-Link Light Rail System connects East St. Louis to St. Louis' Lambert Airport via two stations. The system opened in July 1993. Phase Two connected East St. Louis to Scott AFB. The Jefferson National Expansion Memorial, which started with the gateway arch in St. Louis, how encompasses over 100-acres of land owned by the Federal Park system. Plans are underway to extend the park to East St. Louis' riverfront area. Check the website at http://www.nps.gov/jeff for updates. For the convenience of East St. Louis residents, Southwestern Illinois College offers instruction at the East St. Louis Community College Center. The Center is one of Southwestern's largest satellite campuses and offers a variety of classes to students of various ages and backgrounds.

Fairview Heights
Appropriately called the "Crossroads of Prosperity," Fairview Heights was incorporated in 1969 and has gone from what was once a quiet area surrounded by farms and coal-mines to become the retail shopping hub of the Metro East region. Only 8 minutes from Scott, Fairview Heights has grown in its 27-year history to a population of over 16,500 as of 2004. Fairview Heights is home to the St. Clair Square. This shopping mall houses 140 stores, and has provided the stimulus for additional growth in all directions including the Crossroads Center Mall, Fairview Heights Plaza, Market Place, Pontiac Plaza, St. Clair Plaza, Winchester Plaza, over 70 restaurants to satisfy every taste and an ever growing executive office park to the north. In 1994, the city welcomed its first new car dealership. Fairview Heights has become well known as a haven for tourists with 14 motels that provide convenient, quick access to downtown St. Louis and numerous other attractions throughout the area. Fairview Heights provides much for its out-of-town visitors who come to shop, eat or stay overnight, but it is additionally responsible for offering its residents a full range of services designed to make it an ideal place to live—all with no city property tax. Moody Park (AKA Longacre Park) is the site of several major regional baseball tournaments and other special events throughout the year on its 80 acres of land. It features picnic pavilions, a 1.5-mile fitness trail, a large lake, tennis courts and plenty of parking spaces. The city also features the 93-acre Pleasant Ridge Park, which is designed for more passive recreation. A variety of mini-parks are scattered throughout various residential neighborhoods. Fairview Heights boasts one of the most outstanding law enforcement agencies in Illinois to keep up with the rapid growth and influx of visitors, and also has three outstanding fire departments that are rated among the highest in the state. Fairview Heights is a special, unique city that offers numerous free services including senior shuttle transportation, motel guest shuttle transportation, the only municipal animal control program in St. Clair County, a quarterly bulk item pick-up, summer day camp for children, various public safety educational programs and much more. Fairview Heights offers all the advantages of the metropolitan area in a small-town setting without the headaches of big city living.

Lebanon
Lebanon is a quiet residential community seven miles northeast of Scott offering an outstanding quality of living. Many of the residents both military and civilian work at the base. Settled in 1814, this town of nearly 4,200 is noted for its old, well-established homes, many dating from the early 1800s with awards from the St. Clair County Historical Society. The oldest surviving structure is the Mermaid Inn, built in 1830. A large portion of the city including the entire main St. was designated a historic district and placed on the National Register in 1978. Many of the city's antique and specialty shops and restaurants reflect the Mid-Victorian architecture and support an unhurried living and shopping atmosphere for residents and visitors alike. Downtown St. Louis is only 30 minutes away via Interstate 64 or Interstate 70. Lebanon is widely known as the site of McKendree College, the first college in Illinois, founded in 1828. It is a private four-year liberal arts college offering eight undergraduate degrees in 52 major fields of study, four graduate degrees and an average class size of only 12! The 100 acre campus is comprised of historic buildings that date back to the mid 1800s, alongside new state-of-the-art buildings that include the $5 million Piper Academic Center and the $10 million Hettenhausen Center for the Arts, which opened in the fall of 2006. McKendree College is also proud to have Coach Harry Statham, 1960 alumni, named the "most winningest active basketball coach" with over 880 victories. Coach McKendree has also claimed the American Midwest Conference (AMC) President's Cup every year since the award was introduced prior to 2000 to 2001. During his career, Statham has been named AMC Coach of the Year eight times, including this past season.

Lebanon is also the hometown of Craig Virgin, world cross-country champion in 1980 to 1981, who is often seen training on town streets. Recreational facilities in Lebanon include Horner Park and Lake with fishing, skeet shooting, tennis courts, multiple baseball diamonds and meeting facilities. The Locust Hills Country Club and Clubhouse is an outstanding 18-hole golf course and The Looking Glass Playhouse Community Theater is very active in town and includes many members from Scott. Help for Mom is a preschool/day care center with morning and afternoon sessions within walking distance of Lebanon Grade School. There are 10 churches, an excellent library, a dentist, optometric center and a chiropractic clinic offering acupuncture and nutritional counseling. Lebanon School District No. 9 offers traditional courses and operates three education centers: Lebanon Grade School, Summerfield Grade School and Lebanon High School which enjoys a high percentage of graduates that go on to college. A comprehensive curriculum is offered at the high school, which was built in 1984 to 1985. The student population is small and allows the faculty and staff to know and help each individual, which contributes to its being one of the best schools in the area. The district has a learning-disability program and can accommodate handicapped students.

Mascoutah
Mascoutah, a community of more than 6,800 residents, is four miles southeast of Scott. Scott directly influences this community because the base is included in the Mascoutah School District. The Mascoutah Community Unit School District 19 encompasses Mascoutah city, Scott, New Baden, and parts of rural St. Clair County. Because of its centrality amid multiple types of communities, the district prides itself on a diverse student background that includes military families, suburban and rural populations and new residents to the southwestern Illinois area.

There are two elementary schools within the district as well as the Mascoutah Middle School and the Mascoutah High School. The Holy Child of Jesus Catholic School also offers academic and religious instruction up to the eighth grade level. The community has three parks and a Community Center: Scheve Park, Maple Park, Reservoir Park and Leu Civic Center. Scheve Park has a swimming pool, several baseball diamonds, two lighted tennis courts, a lighted sand volleyball court, lighted horseshoe pits, two soccer fields, six family-sized and four larger pavilions and several playground areas. Maple Park is equipped with outdoor basketball facilities, a ball-playing area, playground equipment and a family-sized pavilion. Reservoir Park has two fishing lakes and a pavilion.

Winter recreational activities are held annually at Leu Civic Center, a United Way Agency, from Oct. 1 to May 30. This community center houses a gymnasium, large auditorium with stage and kitchen, indoor horseshoe pits and meeting rooms. The center is open for physical fitness, meeting, social and fundraising activities. With 21 organizations in town, many volunteers help with local civic projects. Organizations range from scouting programs and civic groups to women's clubs and conservation groups. The Mascoutah Improvement Association sponsors the annual three-day Homecoming and August Fest the first weekend of August. At this affair, many of the local organizations work together for the benefit of the city's park system. Churches include the Bethel United Methodist Church, First Assembly of God, First Baptist Church, Holy Childhood of Jesus, St. John United Church of Christ, Zion Lutheran and St. Martin of Tours Lutheran Church, Free Will Baptist and Harvest Tabernacle Church.

Millstadt
Millstadt, population 3,500, incorporated in 1875, is located in Southwestern St. Clair County. Many of the original settlers were from Germany and today the Village continues to build on this heritage with the preservation of historic buildings, the Sister City program with Gross-Bieberau, Germany, and future efforts to create a unique, charming community in St. Clair County. Much of the charm and character of the Village is traceable to this heritage including many of the well-preserved 19th century brick buildings which they built. If you take a walking tour of the Village, you will still see many of the original buildings. Many of the Millstadt residents are direct descendents of the original early settlers of the Village and can share stories of long ago! The Village has a very desirable location for business and family development. Located at the intersection of Illinois State Highways 158 and 163, Millstadt is fifteen minutes from the JB Bridge and twenty-five minutes from the Arch. The small town atmosphere is something we are very proud of and want to continue. A secure and safe environment for families and businesses is of the most importance to our Village Leaders. Over the past ten years, our population has increased as have all the surrounding communities. As a part of the St. Louis Metropolitan Community we will continue to see such growth; however, at a controllable and manageable scale. Recent business expansions, retail developments and new housing opportunities are providing great new amenities to our residents without compromising our small town pride. Millstadt is fortunate to have outstanding Public and Parochial School Systems, Parks and Walking Trails, Nature Park, Municipal Swimming Pool, new Sewage Treatment System and new Water Tower to accommodate the projected growth.

Millstadt offers many opportunities to get involved and help the Community. Such resources include the American Legion Post 502 and Auxiliary, Historical Society, Knights of Columbus, Lions Club, Millstadt Chamber of Commerce, Millstadt Civic Club, Millstadt Commercial Club, Millstadt Optimist, Millstadt Sports Association, Sister Cities, Sportsmen's Club and School and Church organizations.

New Baden
New Baden, a village of nearly 3,500 residents, is located 11 miles east of Scott AFB on Route 161. With Interstate 64 at its doorstep, it's about 30 minutes from downtown St. Louis. An increasing number of military families are taking up residence in New Baden due to excellent schools, safe neighborhoods, and affordable housing.

Students from New Baden enroll in Wesclin Community Unit School District No. 3. New Baden Elementary School is for pre-kindergarten through grade four and St. George Elementary School is for grades five and six. The Wesclin High School has an enrollment of about 400 students and consistently scores above state averages and expectations. The school district also has a special education learning disability program in the elementary and secondary schools.

Recreational and activity centers include the O.W. Billhartz Civic Center, which houses the New Baden Public Library, gymnasium, and cafeteria/community room. The Civic Center is open to the public for physical fitness, meetings, and social events.

The 35-acre Community Park has a swimming pool, tennis courts, ball diamonds, soccer field, hockey rink, skate park, walking path, playgrounds, volleyball court, basketball court, gazebo, and picnic facilities.

Civic organizations include the New Baden Chamber of Commerce, New Baden Lions Club, Jaycees of Illinois, American Legion Poelker Post No. 321, and Western Clinton County Senior Services. Annual events include the June Jamboree and Chili and Soup Cook-off in October. New Baden is served by four churches: St. George Catholic Church, New Baden United Methodist Church, First Baptist Church of New Baden and Zion United Church of Christ.

O'Fallon
You'll receive a warm welcome when you visit O'Fallon's safe, clean neighborhoods. Conveniently located adjacent to Scott on Interstate 64, O'Fallon is just 15 minutes from downtown St. Louis and five minutes from Mid-America Airport. Scott has always been a significant provider of civilian-market jobs, stimulating O'Fallon businesses that supply many of Scott's goods and services. Families moving to Scott are the foremost contributor to the area's booming homebuilding market, one of O'Fallon's largest industries. With nearly 30,000 people, the city of O'Fallon is one of the fastest-growing communities in Southern Illinois and all of the St. Louis metropolitan area.

O'Fallon's excellent schools, parks, churches, civic and youth organizations make it the choice of many families relocating to the St. Louis area. It's no surprise that many Scott families choose to retire or return after their tour-of-duty and make O'Fallon their permanent home.

Extraordinary schools are the hallmark of O'Fallon, boasting several National Merit Scholars and more than its share of service academy appointments. The community has four private schools, six elementary schools, three junior high schools and the nationally ranked O'Fallon Township High School. More than 80 percent of OTHS graduates attend college each year. O'Fallon joins the largest schools in the area for excellent sports competition.

You'll discover churches of every denomination located in O'Fallon. A city-supported library with more than 20,000 volumes offers access to the entire Lewis and Clark Library System's resources and holds many award-winning children's programs throughout the year.

Several charming parks are located within O'Fallon, highlighted by a brand new 200-acre Family Sports Park and a 36-acre Community Park. Facilities include a swimming pool, basketball and tennis courts, state-of-the art tournament baseball, softball, soccer and football fields, and T-ball diamonds, along with many outdoor pavilions and walking/biking trails. Sports enthusiasts will find golf, bowling, indoor tennis and fitness facilities. There are many youth sports programs available throughout the year including swimming, soccer, little league baseball and football. In addition, the Parks and Recreation Department offers a variety of classes that meet everyone's interests and needs. The community center has been renovated and the YMCA features an indoor swimming pool and run read more...

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