Nov 12, 2025 · The City of Olney was founded in 1841, and is the seat of Richland County in Southern Illinois. Olney offers a fine school system with an elementary school, middle school, high school, …

Olney has a little bit of everything for you and your family. We have beautiful historic sites, great places to boat, delicious restaurants to try, unique places to shop, and a family friendly community.

The City of Olney is a non-home rule unit which operates under a Council-Manager form of government. The City Council is comprised of the Mayor and four Councilmembers who are elected for four-year …

The albinos were finally released when the Illinois legislature passed a law prohibiting the confinement of wildlife, which included squirrels. The squirrels were taken to Oakwood, the home of Thomas …

The name of the town Olney was suggested by Judge Aaron Shaw who desired to honor a friend, Nathan Olney. It was not until 1848 that Olney was incorporated as a village.

Hours Contact Info Mailing Address: City of Olney 300 S. Whittle Avenue Olney, Illinois 62450 618-395-7302 (p) 618-395-7304 (f)

The City of Olney, Illinois, is a member of Sister Cities International. This wonderful program helps to foster relationships between Olney, Illinois, and Olney, Buckinghamshire, England.

The City of Olney takes pride in providing local areas for recreation and leisure activities. Our parks provide a quite area for relaxing, picnic areas, walking paths, fishing and boating, basketball, …

Residents wanting to have water/sewer/garbage services activated must visit City Hall at 300 S. Whittle Avenue in Olney. Individuals must present a photo identification and renters must also present a …

Olney, Illinois is located in south central Illinois and Olney is the county seat for Richland County. We are not only proud of our white squirrels, but also our commitment to community improvements, …