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Old 09-27-2007, 01:12 PM
 
Location: Arizona
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I'm going back to my roots! But I've been away from the STL area for about 4 years. Collinsville, IL is where we will be parking, so any info on schools (I have a boy about to start kindergarten), employment, crime, etc. I'm so excited! Try not to bum me out, but honesty appreciated! See ya'll soon. RachelEve

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Old 09-27-2007, 08:08 PM
 
Location: Illinois
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If you haven't been living in the area for 4 years, you will probably be pleasantly surprised by the growth in Maryville. It has really grown over the past few years. It is in the Collinsville school district and I hear great things about the elementary school in Maryville. I suggest you check out two helpful, unbiased school websites: GreatSchools.net and Interactive Illinois Report Card. Also, Troy has experienced a lot of growth and their schools enjoy a great reputation. I live in Edwardsville, and we also have experienced tremendous growth and the schools have a great reputation. Collinsville has the whole new area with the big chain stores and even a Starbucks! Lots of great things happening on this side of the river. You have a lot of possibilities and it will be a great time for you to buy a home if you are looking at that route. Good luck and congrats on making it back to the area!

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Old 10-02-2007, 04:20 PM
 
Location: Suburban St. Louis
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Of course the employment opportunities are awesome because of the adjacency to St. Louis, and St. Clair County keeps growing in leaps and bounds. Actually, all of the metro east is.

Also, a new MLS (major league soccer) stadium has been proposed and I believe Collinsville will see a new stadium/MLS team in either 09 or 10.
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Old 10-03-2007, 12:39 PM
 
Location: Arizona
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Even though I've only heard from 2 people, both are very uplifting comments!! Thank you & if you have even the littlest bit of info to add, PLEASE DO!! I'm SO excited!! Thanks
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Old 10-10-2007, 03:20 PM
 
Location: Madison County IL
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Collinsville just had their Italian Fest. Good food, and lots of people. You will like their new shopping area. I just learned that Illinois is the largest pumpkin producer state. Relleke's has a great Pumpkinfest. (This week-end?) It's fabulous for kids.
Splash City is also fun for younger kids.
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Old 11-26-2007, 12:23 PM
 
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It is generally a safe town, a good place to raise kids. I've never had a problem or crime in 20 years. Only takes 15 minutes to get to downtown St.Louis! The downsides? Not a lot to do if you are young and want to go 'clubbing'. Most of your St.Louis friends don't want to drive 'all the way' across the river, so you end up meeting your friends on the West side instead (St.Louis area). Also, some hoosiers live in Collinsville, but typical for a small midwest town.
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