Online ‘Fabulous February Fun-raiser’ Open to Public

The Rotary Club of Jacksonville invites the public to participate in its Fabulous February Fun-raiser. The event will include daily Facebook auctions on the club’s Facebook page, “Rotary Club of Jacksonville #3227.” Auctions will begin on February 1, with a new auction being posted daily through the month. The fundraiser...

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Squeal at the Wheel

The Rotary Club of Jacksonville invites the community to come out to Community Park on Halloween night to ride the Big Eli Ferris Wheel and celebrate a haunted Halloween with a FUN and FREE event from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Rotarian Stefanie Ballinger said, “This slightly spooky, family-friendly event is...

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14th Annual “Oktoberfest” September 20

The Jacksonville Oktoberfest is set for Saturday, Sept. 20 at the Morgan County Fairgrounds. This fun, family-friendly festival includes live music, German food specialties, games and contests, dog parade and races, Oktoberfest beers and wine, and so much more! The event runs from noon to 7:00 p.m. Food, beer and...

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Come to the 4th of July Parade!

The Rotary Club of Jacksonville invites you to join in the fun at our Fourth of July Parade on Friday, July 4, 2025! This year the parade’s focus is “Unite for Good,” celebrating agencies, organizations, and individuals who work together to create a positive community impact for all. We honor...

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Ferris Wheel Schedule 2025

The Rotary Club of Jacksonville has announced the summer 2025 schedule for the Big Eli Ferris Wheel in Community Park, and is inviting additional sponsors to participate. With the support of local companies and organizations, the club provides free rides to the community on every summer Sunday. Rotary Club President Daniel...

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Club Invites All to 4th of July Parade

The Rotary Club of Jacksonville invites you to join in the fun and to be a part of our Fourth of July Parade on Friday, July 4, 2025! This year the parade’s focus is “Unite for Good,” celebrating agencies, organizations, and individuals who work together to create a positive community...

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2025 Bass Tournament

The 25th annual Rotary Club of Jacksonville Bass Tournament was held on Lake Jacksonville on Saturday, April 5, 2025. Thirty-six boats competed in the first buddy tournament of the season. Taylor Hindley of Brighton and Hampton Dufrain of Highland won the tournament with a total weight of 28.72 pounds. The...

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Spring Tree Sale

The Rotary Club of Jacksonville is currently accepting orders for its inaugural Spring Tree Sale. All trees are $35.00 and approximately 3 to 4 feet tall. Donors can also contribute the cost of a tree or trees to the Rotary Green Project to help the club plant trees throughout the Jacksonville community. Trees must be pre-ordered and pre-paid. Online pre-order and pre-payment is preferred at https://form.jotform.com/jvillerotary/tree. Orders and...

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Community Cupboard Moves to New Location

The Rotary Club of Jacksonville recently relocated its Community Cupboard, a micro pantry that provides needed staples for those in need in the Jacksonville community. It is now located at the Morgan County Housing Authority office, 211 South Fayette. Anyone interested in accessing groceries from the cupboard can come to...

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Rescheduled Independence Day Parade – Sat, Aug 31

The Rotary Club of Jacksonville invites the community to attend its rescheduled Independence Day Parade, which will take place at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, August 31. Parade chairwoman Joan McQuillan said, “We rescheduled this parade because of stormy weather on the Fourth of July. The theme of this year’s parade...

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