About Chillicothe, IL
Chillicothe is a city on the Illinois River in Peoria County, Illinois. The population was 5,996 at the 2000 census. Chillicothe is just north of the city of Peoria and is part of the Peoria, Illinois Metropolitan Statistical Area. Major attractions include Santa Fe Park and Chillicothe Station. Among the biggest companies in Chillicothe are First Chillicothe Corp and Associated Banc-Corp.The biggest schools here are St.Edwards Elementary School and South Elementary School. One of the best places to visit when you are in Chillicothe is Chillicothe Historical Society. Famous persons from Chillicothe include Lance (Henry) LeGault,.