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  Mattoon, Illinois - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Mattoon may be best known today for the Mad Gasser attacks of the 1940s.
Mattoon was the hometown of Arland D. Williams Jr.
The Illinois Central Station in the heart of downtown Mattoon is badly decaying, and local activists have sought funding for years to restore it.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Mattoon,_Illinois   (1344 words)

  
 Mattoon, Illinois - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-19)
In 1853, railroad surveyors from the Illinois Central Railroad and found their railroads would cross in the Mattoon area, and a burst of investment and land speculation began.
In 1940, the discovery of petroleum reserves in the countryside immediayely surrounding Mattoon led to a small "oil boom" in the 1940s and 1950s, bringing with it economic benefits and increased civic pride.
The station and the Illinois Central Line tracks are still used by Amtrak, and the famous train City of New Orleans passes through Mattoon daily on its route from Chicago to "The Big Easy." Today the station is unmanned; passengers boarding at the Mattoon station must order their tickets by telephone or online.
www.chicagoheights.us /project/wikipedia/index.php/Mattoon,_Illinois   (1113 words)

  
 Mattoon, Illinois: History of Mattoon
The 'Prairie State' (Illinois) expanded, along with other U.S. States, in the middle of the 19th century as a result of population growth.
Mattoon was one such expansion town, drawing people from both the northeast and the upland south.
Settlement in Mattoon was an attractive offer because it was in the heart of rich farm land.
www.eiu.edu /~localite/coles/mattoon/history.htm   (176 words)

  
 Mattoon Illinois Community Profile - Printer Friendly
Mattoon, Illinois is an ever expanding and a shining example of quality people, profitable businesses and superior education opportunities.
Mattoon is a prime example of a small progressive area supported in its many facets by warm and friendly people.
Mattoon's two lakes not only furnish water to the city, but also many forms of recreation to its citizens – fishing, boating, water skiing, sailing, and camping are popular activities.
www.mattoonchamber.com /profile/profileprint.htm   (1845 words)

  
 New (sub)Urbanism: Transportation Pork In Focus: Mattoon, Illinois
Take the case of Mattoon, Illinois--a small town (18,291 pop.) with a declining population in the southern part of the state.
Mattoon is represented by Republican Tim Johnson--who just happens to hold a seat on the Highways and Transit subcommittee and is trumpeting his ability to "bring home the bacon." The project in Mattoon entails a $1.6 million expenditure to renovate an Amtrak train station that receives serves four trains per day--for now.
Thus we face the real possibility that the Mattoon station will be renovated and the train will no longer come--unless the state of Illinois increases its own subsidies to Amtrak.
newurbanist.blogspot.com /2005/03/transportation-pork-in-focus-mattoon.html   (234 words)

  
 Mattoon, Illinois IL, city profile (Coles County) - hotels, festivals, genealogy, newspapers - ePodunk
Mattoon is a city in Coles County, in the Charleston-Mattoon metro area.
At the time of the 2000 census, the per capita income in Mattoon was $18,186, compared with $21,587 nationally.
Median rent in Mattoon, at the time of the 2000 Census, was $343.
www.epodunk.com /cgi-bin/genInfo.php?locIndex=6406   (558 words)

  
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 BBC - h2g2 - Mattoon, Illinois.
Mattoon is a small town(though several residents will claim it is really a city), located near the midle of Illinois.
Occasionally Mattoon hosts the Cal Ripkin Little League World Series, formerly named after Babe Ruth, who isn't popular enough to deserve a series named after him, even if it is twelve and under baseball.
Of course Mattoon also has a Wal-Mart, being just small enough to need a big-box style chain store to drive the timid local economy.
www.bbc.co.uk /dna/h2g2/A795486   (379 words)

  
 Mattoon CUSD 2   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-19)
To that end, Mattoon Schools combine a strong curriculum, excellent teachers, wonderful facilities, and parental support in providing opportunities for all students.
Our curriculum is aligned to the Illinois Learning Standards and insures that our students consistently outperform their Illinois counterparts on state assessments.
The administration would like to inform you that our ISAT testing schedule will be altered, due to the delay of shipment of the test from the testing contractor, Harcourt Spectrum.
www.mattoon.k12.il.us   (207 words)

  
 Mattoon Chamber of Commerce - Mattoon Illinois
Since October, 1905 the Mattoon Chamber of Commerce has led the development of a successful growth environment for area businesses, promoted the recruitment of new companies to our area, represented our business interests in legislative and government affairs, and helped to ensure the highest quality of life for our community.
Today, the Mattoon Chamber of Commerce continues to provide pro-active leadership and vision throughout the establishment of the Mattoon Strategic Plan to enhance and protect the future of Mattoon's business and lifestyle.
The purpose of Leadership Coles County is to develop citizens' leadership and collaboration skills to strengthen and transform communities.
www.mattoonchamber.com   (228 words)

  
 Charleston-Mattoon, Illinois, Outdoors Recreation
If the great outdoors is your thing and you're in Charleston-Mattoon, Illinois you are a lucky person.
Lusk Creek, Illinois, Lusk Creek Canyon, 103 miles away, class I-III, 4.5 miles long.
Bear Branch, Illinois, Bridge to Lusk Creek, 104 miles away, class III, 4 miles long.
www.hikercentral.com /metros/16660.html   (709 words)

  
 Community College Intensive English Language Program with guaranteed college placement in Illinois. Community College ...
The College in Mattoon is geographically close to four major Illinois Universities: the University of Illinois, Eastern Illinois University, Southern Illinois University, and Illinois State University.
The College in Mattoon transfer program courses are designed to transfer directly to the universities program of study, thus providing a specialized, low cost alternative to the first two years of academic study.
The College is considered one of the fastest growing community colleges in Illinois with a current population of more than 6,000 students from across East Central Illinois enrolling in classes each semester.
www.studyabroadinternational.com /USA/IL/Mattoon/USA_IL_Mattoon.html   (649 words)

  
 Mattoon, Illinois (IL) Detailed Profile - travel and real estate info, jobs, hotels, hospitals, weather, schools, ...
Mattoon, Illinois (IL) Detailed Profile - travel and real estate info, jobs, hotels, hospitals, weather, schools, crime,...
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Mattoon, Illinois business data: stores, dealers, real estate agents, wholesalers, restaurants...
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 Mattoon, Illinois Videographers - Videography Services   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-19)
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 Mattoon, Illinois in the Midwest League | MWLguide.com
The record of the Illinois State/Mississippi-Ohio Valley/Midwest League franchise in Mattoon, Illinois.
Mattoon lasted longest of the league's charter members; it's the only team from the original ISL set to survive into the Midwest League era.
Mattoon was a charter member of the Midwest League's predecessor league, the Illinois State League.
www.mwlguide.com /cities/mattoon   (248 words)

  
 Mattoon, Illinois - Reviews and Travel Information - TripAdvisor
We stayed at the Fairfield, Mattoon while on a trip to a local attraction and found that it was exactly...
Mattoon has several fairly good hotels, but the Ramada, which was a Holiday Inn many years ago, is not...
Mattoon: Hampton Inn Mattoon: "Mostly a pleasant surprise"
www.tripadvisor.com /AllReviews-g36337-Mattoon_Illinois.html   (461 words)

  
 Mattoon, Illinois Web Hosting - Web Hosts   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-19)
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 Free Advertising for Mattoon Illinois Businesses NitPickIt Free Business Listings
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 Mattoon Illinois Colleges and Universities
For Mattoon Illinois adults on the run, on the internet college classes are turing into an increasingly popular respect to work toward a degree or see a new trade skill.
Prospective students are encouraged to contact Mattoon Illinois universities and request more data for whatever university they are interested in.
Usually you should travel to any Mattoon Illinois college on your small list, but if you can't travel to it personally, get a video or take a virtual tour.
www.uscollegesearch.org /mattoon-illinois-colleges.html   (651 words)

  
 Mattoon Journal Gazette - newspaper in Mattoon, Illinois USA covering Mattoon local news at Mondo Times
Mattoon Journal Gazette is a newspaper in Mattoon, Illinois, USA covering general news.
Mattoon Journal Gazette contact information is available to Mondo Times Advanced and Professional Members.
Find Mattoon, Illinois government, news, weather and maps at FindaCity.net, covering over 5,900 American cities and towns.
www.mondotimes.com /1/world/us/13/780/2031   (130 words)

  
 Mattoon, Illinois area Bed and Breakfasts and Country Inns on Bed & Breakfast Inns ONLINE
Gracious 1917 farmhouse located in the heart of historic Greenup, Illinois.
An 1860's hewn log house originally built in Missouri and moved to Central Illinois in 1998.
Illinois State Directory or Central Illinois or go to:
www.bbonline.com /il/mattoon.html   (130 words)

  
 Mattoon Hotels, Cheap Hotels in Mattoon IL Illinois US   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-19)
Mattoon Hotels, Cheap Hotels in Mattoon IL Illinois US Cheap Hotels
hotelsvalued.com presents hotels in Mattoon, a city in the state of Illinois, United States.
To help with your search, the addresses and ratings of the the hotels are offered.
www.hotelsvalued.com /il-hotels/mattoon.html   (208 words)

  
 Mattoon Real Estate MLS, Mattoon Homes For Sale, Mattoon Illinois
With our free MLS (Multiple Listing Service) online search you'll be able to access one of the Mattoon area's largest inventory of listings and immediately view information about homes that are currently available in the Mattoon area.
This valuation estimate is based on Mattoon property values, prices and recent sales of comparative homes in your area.
Mattoon, Illinois and nationwide listings feature Foreclosures, REOs (bank owned), Preforeclosures and FSBOs (For Sale By Owners).
www.homesby.com /illinois/mattoon-real-estate.php   (513 words)

  
 Illinois Mattoon Sciences and Universities
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 Welcome to the official website for the city of Mattoon, Illinois
Mattoon offers more than thirty-five specialty, craft, and retail shops.
For more information on Mattoon contact the Mattoon Welcome Center by phone at 800-500-6286, by e-mail, or stop by the Welcome Center located in the Peterson House located at 500 Broadway Avenue.
The City of Mattoon is on the latest Walk Across Illinois route.
www.mattoonillinois.org   (282 words)

  
 Mattoon, Illinois - Attorneys - Law, Lawyers, Attorneys, Legal Help and Law Firms
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 Mattoon Florist. DELIVERY INCLUDED florist in Mattoon. ONLINE FLOWER DELIVERY Mattoon, Illinois   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-19)
Mattoon Florist, a division of Flowerhand of Illinois, is a reliable, free delivery online Mattoon florist service available in every city and town throughout the state of Illinois
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 Mattoon Illinois Vocational Schools and Colleges: Listings Page
Mattoon Illinois Administrative Assistant / Secretarial S Vocational Schools
Mattoon Illinois Practical Nurse (l P N Training) Vocational Schools
Whether you are planning on attending a 2-year Mattoon Illinois vocational college or just single vocational classes, our listings contain each type of vocational school or college.
www.vocational-schools-guide.com /mattoon-illinois-vocational-schools.html   (517 words)

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