Jacksonville is in Jackson County, Oregon, a few miles west of Medford. The community was named for Jackson Creek, which runs through the city and was the site of one of the first placer gold claims in the region. Jacksonville was founded when gold deposits were discovered there in 1851 in 1852. When the gold deposits were worked out and the railroad bypassed Jacksonville 1884, the city's economy slowed. Jacksonville is located in the southern part of Oregon.
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The official municipal website for Jacksonville, Oregon features an overview of the community, a historical map, contacts and information for the city's administrative offices, departments, services, and elected officials. Other resources include access to various public documents, employment postings, and the calendar of meetings and events.
http://www.jacksonvilleor.us/
Jacksonville Chamber of Commerce & Visitor Center
Comprised of businesses and professional people in the Jacksonville, Oregon area, the organization offers a history of the community, information about membership in the organization, and a guide to Jacksonville attractions, art and music, wineries, dining and lodging facilities, shopping venues, and other local organizations, churches, and businesses.
http://www.jacksonvilleoregon.org/
Features a guide to the Jacksonville, Oregon area, including local events and activities, dining facilities, guest lodging accommodations, shopping venues, and news about the community. The current weather for Jacksonville is also posted to the site.
http://www.jvwoodlands.org/
Jacksonville Veterinary Hospital
JVH is a full-service veterinary medical facility located in Jacksonville, Oregon, and serving the communities off Medford, Ashland, Central Point, in cities throughout the Rogue Valley. General Information about the clinic is featured, including its location, hours of operation, regular and emergency contacts, and various articles on subjects related to pet health.
http://www.jvillevet.vetsuite.com/
Specializing in the sale of old fashioned toys, which include developmental and creative toys, puzzles and games, wood toys, dolls, figurines, and plush toys, as well as others which are discussed here, the toy store it is located in Jacksonville, Oregon. Its location and hours are posted, along with its online sales and shipping policies.
http://www.scheffels.com/
Established in 1908, the restaurant and pub in Jacksonville, Oregon features a selection of the German beers on tap, as well as authentic Bavarian cuisine. Its location and menu are posted, along with a schedule of events, hours of operation, contact information, and reservation policies.
http://www.fraukemmling.com/
Segway of Jacksonville, Oregon offers a full line of Segway personal transportation products, including free shipping anywhere in the United States. Its products are featured, and made available for purchase online. The company's location, rental policies, and hours of operation are posted.
http://www.segwayofjacksonville.com/