Ottawa was the site of the first of the Lincoln-Douglas debates of 1858. Located on the Illinois River, Ottawa is the seat of LaSalle County, Illinois.
 
 
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The city's official site provides a guide to visitors, residents, and businesses in the city, along with an overview of local government administration, departments, and services. A city calendar and newsletter are presented, and access to various public documents, reports and forms are permitted.
http://www.cityofottawa.org/
Maintained by the Ottawa Visitors Center, this guide to the City of Ottawa, Illinois includes suggestions and resources for visitors, meeting planners, group planners, and the media. Upcoming events and an overview of the Visitors Center is also featured.
http://www.experienceottawa.com/
The guest rooms available at this bed and breakfast facility are described and pictured, and details are offered regarding rates, packages and specials, as well as an introduction to the innkeepers, scheduled events, and activities.
http://www.foxriverbnb.com/
Constructed in 1888, Madison Street Living provides fully furnished apartments available for short term and corporate rental in close proximity to the downtown courthouse and city hall, near the junction of the Illinois and Fox Rivers. in historic Ottawa, Illinois. The history of the structure, rooms, rates and availability are available through the web site.
http://www.madisonstreetliving.com/
Ottawa Area Chamber of Commerce & Industry
Maintained by the area's business membership organization, an overview of the organization itself is featured, along with a guide to those considering relocation to the area, and a profile of economic development and the quality of life in Ottawa, Illinois.
http://www.ottawachamberillinois.com/
School reports, grades, and other statistical information relating to the public high school in Ottawa, Illinois are made available on the site, along with other resources for students, parents, and staff. Daily announcements, school news, and bulletins are posted.
http://www.ottawahigh2.com/
Displays photographs, descriptions, and sketches of the course, hole-by-hole yardage, and driving time from various locations in the region. Also describes the history of the golf course and gives a phone number for tee time reservations or information.
http://www.pinehillsgc.com/
Showcases photographs of numerous jumps, a listing of events, descriptions of services offered, and forums.
http://www.skydivechicago.com/
Purveyor of emu oil and other emu products maintains this website which describes in detail all the types of emu oils and the uses of each.
http://www.uniquelyemu.com/