Jacksonville, Texas, a city in Cherokee County, is nicknamed the Tomato Capital of the World. Known in 1847 as the town of Gum Creek, the name was changed in order to honor both Dr. William Jackson and blacksmith Jackson Smith in 1850.
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The official city site provides information, or links to where more information can be found, about the city's fire department, police department, chamber of commerce, school district, and public library. Other topics targeted to residents and visitors to the community are presented. - City of Jacksonville, Texas
http://jacksonville-texas.com/
Featuring two guest rooms, each opening onto a deck overlooking an inlet of Lake Jacksonville, the accommodations and amenities are listed, along with an overview of the B&B, area attractions, and reservation policies. - Horseshoe Inn Bed & Breakfast
http://www.horseshoeinnbedandbreakfast.com/
Jacksonville Chamber of Commerce
Contains information about Chamber membership, visitor resources, relocation information, and economic development for the Jacksonville, Texas Chamber of Commerce. - Jacksonville Chamber of Commerce
http://www.jacksonvilletexas.com/
The online edition for the Jacksonville, Texas print newspaper offers local news, state and national features, sports, classifieds, and obituaries, including a church directory and community forums. - Jacksonville Daily Progress
http://www.jacksonvilleprogress.com/
Jacksonville Fightin' Indian Band
Comprised of more than a hundred and fifty members of the Jacksonville, Texas student body, the Fightin' Indian Band performs at football halftimes, parades, community events and other contests and concerts, in support of the Jacksonville Independent School District. Information is presented on the band's history, directors, booster club, competitions, and schedules. - Jacksonville Fightin' Indian Band
http://www.jacksonvilleband.org/
The history, hours of operation, and sponsored events of the public library in Jacksonville, Texas are presented, including its collections, policies, and affiliations. The library also hosts the Vanishing Texana Museum, featuring artifacts representing the history of Texas and Cherokee County. - Jacksonville Public Library
http://www.jacksonvillelibrary.com/
JML employs architects, interior designers, computer-aided drafters and construction administrators, whose expertise ranges from single-family residences to public schools and other buildings. A profile of the firm is available, including its services, locations, and projects. - JML Architects
http://www.jmlarch.com/
Mud Creek is a Jacksonville, Texas off-road trail and mud pit facility for all terrain vehicles. Its location, amenities and prices are given, along with a schedule of events, photographs, and contact information. - Mud Creek Off-Road Park
http://www.mudcreekoffroadpark.com/
Richard D. Klein Animal Shelter
The Klein Animal Center provides temporary boarding of unwanted animals, facilitated adoptions, and sponsors spay and neutering programs. Its site contains information on adopting, volunteering for shelter work and fundraising efforts, surrendering owned pets or found strays, and other resources and details. - Richard D. Klein Animal Shelter
http://www.kleinshelter.org/
A Jacksonville, Texas manufacturer of fruit and vegetable baskets, wooden display racks, crates, novelty baskets, and hand painted custom baskets is described and promoted, its products are defined, and ordering information provided. - Texas Basket Company
http://www.texasbasket.com/
The Trade Winds is a guest lodging facility on South Jackson Street in Jacksonville, Texas, offering three different room arrangements, which are described and depicted in photographs, along with the motel's amenities, rates, and reservation policies. - Trade Winds Motel
http://www.tradewinds-motel.net/