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Lawson, Krieger named 2024 Edgar County Fair royalty [Photo gallery]
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Emotions continue to run high for an Edgar County family and their community as more details surrounding the tragic death of a Chrisman man emerge.
Coroner rules death of rural Chrisman man a homicide
CHRISMAN – A news release from the Edgar County Coroner’s Office has ruled the death of James H. Lutz a homicide. Lutz, a resident of rural Chrisman, was killed Friday, March 15 after a … more
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Buzzing with Culture
The oldest human with evidence of tattoos on their skin was discovered in a glacier of the Otzal Alps, near the border between Austria and Italy. The man, often referred to as “Otzi the … more
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Two-vehicle crash causes multiple injuries north of Chrisman
WOODYARD – A two-vehicle accident on the northern edge of Edgar County resulted in multiple injuries on Wednesday, July 10. The Chrisman Fire Department, Neal EMS and Horizon Health … more
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Whitney Sprinkle (left) and Kelly Martin (right) are the proud owners of Wandering Spirits mobile dry bar. They are current members of community boards and employees of Horizon Health. The mobile bar opened for business this summer.
Shaken, stirred and on the move!
Wandering Spirits mobile dry bar opened this summer. Owners Kali Martin and Whitney Sprinkle feel it is important that potential customers understand the purpose of a dry hire bar. “A dry … more
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Paris home erupts in flames
Paris residents near the corner of Madison and Campbell Street were startled by what was described as a loud explosion around 5 p.m. on Friday, July 5. Moments later, a nearby home was engulfed in … more
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Nicki Hanks is the current Edgar County ROSC recovery navigator and future ROSC coordinator. Hanks received multiple nominations for The Prairie Press’ “Making an Impact” campaign for her resilience and compassion surrounding the stigmas of recovery and addiction, in addition to her community service and thoughtful gestures.
Standing against the stigma
Nicki Hanks never would have imagined herself working for Edgar County Recovery Oriented Systems of Care (ROSC), or preparing to step into the role of the county coordinator six years ago, but she … more
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Kansas shocked by shooting
KANSAS – Residents of the small, sleepy town of Kansas reported hearing gunshots, sirens and the whirring rotors of a helicopter on Friday, June 28. Shortly after 2 p.m., “six to … more
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Judge's gavel on table in office
Paris man charged with grooming, solicitation of a child and sexual assault
Publisher’s Note: This article references courtroom testimony and accounts of sexual exploitation,  sexual acts and assault carried out against a minor. Reader discretion is advised. … more
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Thunderstorms wreak havoc, close several roads
Edgar County, alongside much of the Midwest, received its first true taste of annual summer thunderstorms on Tuesday, June 25. A large storm front swept across the area, leaving downed trees, power … more
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“It is important for communities to be involved and help shape their own future.  Communities hoping to receive improved broadband service should reach out to potential internet service providers who may be considering applying for funding to serve your locations,” he explained.
Broadband could be coming to rural Edgar County… if you act fast
Life in rural Edgar County comes with plenty of perks, but consistent access to high-speed internet is rarely one of them. As of Thursday, June 13, the State of Illinois is one step closer to … more
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New equipment recently purchased for Sylvian Park was installed this month. Children of all ages can enjoy a new merry-go-round, climbing dome and a unique three-sided teeter totter which was purchased by the Paris Rotary Club.
Park Board, Rotary partner to expand Sylvian Park playground
Keen observers may have noticed some new hardware at Sylvian Park in Paris. The last of three new pieces of playground equipment was installed at the park last week thanks to a collaboration between … more
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Edgar County Board, Sheriff’s Department break ground on safety center project
Patience is a virtue – a virtue the Edgar County Board, the Edgar County Sheriff’s Department and construction consultants on the multi-year, multi-million dollar Edgar County Public … more
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Mikayla Hoult, center, with fiddle, will open a Major League Baseball game with a string rendition of "The Star-Spangled Banner" on July 5. After her father submitted an audition tape to several professional teams, Hoult earned her time in the spotlight with the Washington Nationals during a spring training game earlier this year.
Local youth playing fiddle in the big leagues
CHRISMAN – Like many kids her age, seven-year-old Mikayla Hoult (soon to be eight) enjoys music, softball, dance and counting down the days to her next birthday. She may seem like a typical … more
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Members of the Chrisman American Legion Post 477 look on before the city's Memorial Day service.
Edgar County honors veterans on Memorial Day
“It is only those who have neither fired a shot nor heard the shrieks and groans of the wounded who cry aloud for blood, for vengeance, for desolation. War is hell.” Those words, … more
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McQueen is currently the assistant state’s attorney in Edgar County, a position she says she finds fulfillment and purpose in.
Details emerge following the release of Paris 95 subpoena
New information has emerged regarding the misuse of grant funding at Paris Union School District 95 following a civil suit against the district. A heavily redacted subpoena sent to the … more
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Yellow law enforcement tape isolating crime scene. Blurred view of city street, toned in red and blue police car lights
Newman man charged with murdering fiancé
NEWMAN — The small town of Newman has experienced its first murder in more than 60 years.  During the early morning hours of Monday, May 20, law enforcement responded to reports of a … more
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McQueen is currently the assistant state’s attorney in Edgar County, a position she says she finds fulfillment and purpose in.
Totten case continued, prosecution gathering evidence
Publisher’s Note: This article includes courtroom testimony and evidence referencing sexual exploitation carried out against minors. Reader discretion is advised. A Chrisman resident … more
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A flock of sheep roam between a sea of solar panels at the Prairie Wolf Solar Farm just west of Kansas. The sheep are used for vegetation management and provide a plethora of benefits to the land.
Prairie Wolf and solar sheep form unique partnership
 KANSAS – Prairie Wolf Solar Farm, a project of National Grid Renewables (NGR) established in 2022, has allied with an unlikely herd of helpers: sheep. While wolves and sheep tend … more
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Diane Boyer represented Paris’ American Legion at a City Council meeting as Mayor Craig Smith proclaimed May 24 Poppy Day.
City of Paris recognizes veterans
The Paris city meeting on May 13 opened with a special proclamation from the city’s Mayor Craig Smith declaring May 24 as Poppy Day. The poppy became the official flower of The American … more
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