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Heidi L Gillis is certified as a Personal Fitness Trainer (W.I.T.S.) & Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant. With specializations as Older Adult/Senior Fitness Specialist, Lifestyle Fitness Coach, level 1 Qigong F.I.T. and TaiChi F.I.T. , TCH Board Certified Tai Chi for Rehabilitation Instructor,…
Welcome. I'm a retired U.S. Army officer and former newspaper editor who embarked on my journey into Tai Chi while still in active service. Although my initial interest was piqued during my military days, my pursuit of Tai Chi was temporarily sidelined by time constraints and professional respons…
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I have 40 years of energy arts experience, including a Doctorate in Chinese Energetic Medicine . My experience also includes Tai Chi, Reiki (Levels 1 and 2 certified), yoga and meditation. I have been passionate about teaching and applying Qi Gong to improve the wellbeing of my clients -- par…
Having learned and practiced Tai Chi as a young man, I recently renewed my study and have been practicing daily for four years. I can teach Yang Style Tai Chi Forms 8, 13, 16, 24, 32, 37, 40 and 42 forms. I also teach the recently adopted "Bafa Wubu" form, China's new Tai Chi standard. I use the "S…
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Highland, IL
Highland is a city in Madison County, Illinois, United States. The population was 9,991 at the 2020 census. Highland began as a Swiss settlement and derived its name from later German immigrants. Highland is a sister city of Sursee in Switzerland. Highland is a part of the Metro-East region of the Greater St. Louis metropolitan area.
Highland is in southeastern Madison County, 30 miles (48 km) east of St. Louis. U.S. Route 40 passes through the city north of downtown, leading west 11 miles (18 km) to Troy and on to St. Louis, and to the northeast 20 miles (32 km) to Greenville. Illinois Route 160 passes through the center of Highland, leading north 6 miles (10 km) to Grantfork and south 10 miles (16 km) to Trenton, while Illinois Route 143 leads northwest 6 miles (10 km) to Marine and northeast 5 miles (8 km) to Pierron. Interstate 70 passes through the northern part of the city limits, with access from Exit 24 (IL 143) to the west and Exit 30 (US 40) to the east.
According to the U.S. Census Bureau, Highland has a total area of 7.84 square miles (20.31 km2), of which 6.81 square miles (17.64 km2) are land and 1.03 square miles (2.67 km2), or 13.13%, are water. The city drains to the south to Sugar Creek, a tributary of the Kaskaskia River, and to the northwest to the East Fork of Silver Creek, another tributary of the Kaskaskia. Highland Silver Lake is a reservoir constructed on the East Fork; the Highland city limits extend north 5 miles (8 km) to the southern border of Grantfork to enclose the entire lake.
Highland was settled in the early 19th century by Swiss-German settlers. The town was founded in 1837 and celebrated its 175th Jubilee in 2012. It was first named Helvetia (pronounced hellveesha) based on the heritage of the town's Swiss-German founding members. The town voted to change its name to the English version, "Highland", in the early 20th century, as well as stopping production of its German-language newspaper, in part to avoid negativity towards those of Germanic heritage at the advent of the First World War. Around the same time, a small town in northern Illinois also started calling itself Highland. Eventually, the town in northern Illinois became Highland Park.
Highland has a rich history including extended visits by such notables as Abraham Lincoln. On November 21, 1915, the Liberty Bell passed through Highland on its nationwide tour returning to Pennsylvania from the Panama–Pacific International Exposition in San Francisco.
Health and wellness are integral to Highland's community, with Anderson Hospital playing a pivotal role in providing comprehensive healthcare services. The hospital caters to the medical needs of residents, ensuring a high standard of care. Explore the parks, facilities, and programs the Highland Parks and Recreation Department offers. These spaces provide opportunities for outdoor activities such as walking, jogging, sports, and picnicking. Join local fitness centers and gyms to participate in exercise programs, fitness classes, and strength training. Some popular options include AlphAs Gym, Pulse Personal Training, and Apex Fitness Center. Discover the walking and biking trails in and around Highland, such as the Silver Lake Trail and Old City Lake. These trails offer opportunities for outdoor exercise and enjoyment of nature.
The top sites in Highland, IL are the City Museum, The Magic House, St. Louis Children’s Museum, and Highland Speedway.
Population: 9,991 (2020). ZIP Code: 62249. Area code: 618. Elevation: 551 ft (168 m). Area: 7.84 sq mi (20.31 km2).
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Is Highland, IL a good place to live?
Highland is in Madison County and is one of the best places to live in Illinois. Living in Highland offers residents a sparse suburban feel and most residents own their homes. In Highland, there are a lot of parks. Many families, young professionals, and retirees live in Highland and residents tend to lean conservative.
Is Highland, IL a safe place to live?
Highland has an overall crime rate of 8 per 1,000 residents, making the crime rate here near the average for all cities and towns of all sizes in America. According to our analysis of FBI crime data, your chance of becoming a victim of crime in Highland is 1 in 125. Highland's crime rate is lower than approximately 40% of Illinois communities.
What are the demographics in Highland, IL?
Highland, IL is home to a population of 10.2k people, of which 99.5% are citizens. As of 2022, 3.66% of Highland, IL residents were born outside of the country (374 people). In 2022, there were 27.9 times more White (non-Hispanic) residents (9.56k people) in Highland, IL than any other race or ethnicity. There were 342 Asian (non-Hispanic) and 190 Two+ (non-Hispanic) residents, the second and third most common ethnic groups.
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Highland Parks and Recreation Department
The Magic House, St. Louis Children’s Museum
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