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Brad Cash, left, of the Knights of Columbus, accepts a proclamation from Paris Mayor Craig Smith declaring Sept. 15 and 16 as Intellectual Disabilities Day in Paris.
City of Paris meets and discusses changes
A change is coming to the corner of Shaw and Jasper. The Paris City Council meeting Monday, Aug. 28, approved a $17,962 TIF grant to Don Robinson to develop the property. Tax Increment Financing … more
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Skills for surviving the un-dead
Knowing how to prepare for and respond during an emergency is a skill every individual needs to have. Unfortunately, learning about natural disasters and survival skills is not always viewed as an … more
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Suspect in police custody after fatal beating of Paris resident
The Illinois State Police have arrested an Ohio man following a battery incident that resulted in the death of Charles K. “CK” Nay, Paris. According to police, the attack occurred … more
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Picking up the (tax) tab
Recent reports from local businesses indicate employers across Illinois are due for a rude awakening in the form of tax penalties. Worse yet, some claim the bill is someone else’s to pay. … more
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Brocton cleans up, moves ahead
BROCTON — Storm talk dominated a wide-ranging Brocton Village Board meeting, Wednesday, July 12. Mayor Chad Dudley expressed his pride in how the village pulled together in the aftermath … more
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Kiwanians ready for Honeybee
Kiwanis Club of Paris members are busy as bees preparing for the annual Honeybee Festival Sept. 22-23. The main feature for the Kiwanis Club is the popular pancake tent. Tickets for the pancake … more
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Brocton Barn plans continue to deteriorate
BROCTON – The Brocton Village Board meeting Wednesday, Nov. 8., was filled with conflicting opinions once again as community members struggled to make decisions about the future of a beloved … more
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Medicaid renewals resume for first time since beginning of COVID-19 pandemic
SPRINGFIELD – Medicaid recipients in Illinois should be on the lookout for correspondence from the state regarding their coverage as the normal  renewal  process resumes for the first … more
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Hume adjusting after the storm
HUME — Before the June 29 storm that ripped through Edgar County, Hume Village trustees were on a campaign to get unkempt properties rectified. Things have slowed somewhat in the … more
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Jeni Lueken is opening the doors to her new business Wineology at 614 N. Main in Paris. Lueken hopes it will make wine more approachable.
Filling a glass, taking a class
A longtime dream is coming true for Paris resident and oenophile Jeni Lueken, with her new business, Wineology. With her travels across the U.S. and many countries, she realized just how vastly … more
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The former Washington Tea Room, located at 134 E. Washington St. is one of the buildings that will be torn down.
Paris goes after derelict buildings
A record number of derelict buildings are coming down in the next few weeks. The Paris City Council accepted bids from Bell & Bell Demolition Monday, July 10, to demolish buildings at 134 … more
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Doc Sprague was recently honored by the Paris Rotary for his 71 years of commitment to the organization. Sprague was given a plush embroidered blanket in the honor. Left to right are, front row, Kim Macke, Susan Livvix, Sprague, Rachel Patrick and Heather Williams. Back row, Ed Pool, Daryl Bridwell, Tom Lisella, Mike Martin, Dustin Melton, Janet Ellis-Nelson, Mike Step, John Brinkerhoff and Nolan Longest.
Rotary celebrates 71-year commitment of Doc Sprague
There is no living person who remembers the Paris Rotary Club’s charter on Oct. 30, 1922, but one member can recall several happenings in the Paris Rotary Club over the past seven decades, Dr. … more
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Burnt-out remains are all that is left of the old Redmon School on S Main Street in Paris after a massive fire razed the building to the ground. A pre-trial hearing for Daniel L. Henson (24) of Paris offered additional insight into the likely cause of the blaze.
More details emerge about abandoned school fire in Paris
A pre-trial detention hearing for Daniel L. Henson, 24, of Paris offered additional information regarding a structure fire that razed the old Redmon School on S Central Street over the weekend. … more
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Yellow caution tape surrounds the Kansas Village Hall following the discovery of multiple structural defects in the building dating to the 1890s. The village board has not yet decided if the building can be repaired or if demolition is the best option.
Village building is falling apart
KANSAS — After many years of attempting to keep the village hall in repair, the Kansas Village Board may have reached a point of surrender. Bowing exterior walls of the 1890s brick … more
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Attorney General Raoul encourages veterans, service members to participate in free veterans consumer scams webinar
Chicago  –  In advance of Veterans Day, Attorney General Kwame Raoul is encouraging veterans, service members and their families to participate in a free military rights webinar to … more
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Urban Planner Stephanie Brown addresses members of the community during the third meeting of stakeholders Tuesday, Nov. 7, at City Hall. The group is working towards a comprehensive plan for the future of Paris.
Stakeholders meeting raises areas for growth in Paris
A comprehensive vision for the future of Paris is a work in progress following a Tuesday, Nov. 7 meeting of stakeholders at Paris City Hall. While it is the third meeting of the core group, … more
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Memorial bench finds a new home
Attorney for the City of Paris, Richard Kash, opened the Monday, Nov. 13 city council meeting with a prayer of thanks for the men and women who serve the needs of the community. “Today we … more
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Hermon Taylor has played the role of Santa in Paris for more than 25 years. He began his philanthropic career when he volunteered with Toys for Tots via the fire department, since then his Christmas spirit has only grown.
Herman Taylor plays the role of Santa year round
There are many men who put on a red Santa suit and mimic his jolly disposition, but Paris is fortunate to have a real Santa with all of the qualities and kindness it takes to be the “real … more
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Two-vehicle crash reported on US-150
Police and EMTs responded to a two-vehicle accident at the intersection of US-150 and Vermilion Road east of Paris just before 2 p.m. on Tuesday, May 23. Vehicle occupants were taken to the hospital … more
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EnerStar representatives gave two $10,000 donations this week to Lincoln Trail State Park and Walnut Point State Park. Left to right are, EnerStar board member Danny Gard; Randy Hutts, Lincoln Trail employee; Debbie Hutts, Lincoln Trail employee; Tom Hintz, Lincoln Trail and Walnut Point site supervisor; and EnerStar board member Greg Robinson.
EnerStar donates to Walnut Point, Lincoln Trail
MARSHALL – Lincoln Trail and Walnut Point State Parks are receiving new state of the art kayak launches thanks to two generous $10,000 donations from EnerStar. EnerStar is a not-for-profit … more
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