Saturday, Feb. 3 and Sunday, Feb. 4 were busy for the Paris Fire Department, with firefighters responding to three different fires over the weekend.
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BY GRETCHEN STONE
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2/5/24
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Since 2002, legislators, businesses, adults and children have come together every January to celebrate National Mentor Month: a time to encourage, appreciate and challenge adults of all backgrounds …
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By Robby Tucker
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2/3/24
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Publisher’s Note: This article transcribes courtroom testimony that references instances of sexual exploitation carried out against minors. Reader discretion is advised.
A Chrisman man is …
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By Bethany Wagoner
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1/31/24
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Tile archway under the highway, at East Court and South Main Streets, failed Monday, Jan. 29, leaving a gaping car-sized hole on the corner in front of Paris Realty.
Several small pipes feed …
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By Gretchen Stone
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1/30/24
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The moment Edgar County's cat, dog, bunny and donkey parents have been anxiously waiting for has finally arrived. Finalists for each category in the 2024 Prairie Press Cutest Pet Contest are here and …
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By Robby Tucker
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1/27/24
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Local firefighters and first responders have remained vigilant in the New Year. In less than four weeks, the Paris Fire Department has already responded to six different structure fires.
The …
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By Robby Tucker
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1/25/24
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Hundreds of thousands of adults across the country struggle with hunger and isolation, and in a world that is still struggling to fully recover from the stressors of a worldwide pandemic compounding …
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By Bethany Wagoner
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1/20/24
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A new name will soon be emblazoned above the door to the Edgar County state’s attorney office. Former state’s attorney Timothy Gilbert resigned from the role this week, passing the baton …
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1/13/24
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Just before 5 p.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 10, first responders and utility crews responded to reports of a gas leak at the 300 block of E Adams Street in Paris. Residents near the site of the leak were …
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By Robby Tucker
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1/10/24
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Local paramedics, law enforcement and firefighters responded to the scene of a single-vehicle rollover at approximately noon on Tuesday, Jan. 9. The vehicle’s driver suffered only minor …
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By Robby Tucker
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1/9/24
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During an Edgar County Board study session on Monday, Jan. 8, chairman Jeff Voigt revealed that Timothy Gilbert, Edgar County state’s attorney, has inked a resignation letter effective …
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By Robby Tucker
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1/8/24
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The new year sparked to life when a house caught fire at the corner of Main and Roberts Street in Paris at approximately 11:15 a.m. on Monday, Jan. 1, 2024.
Members of the Paris Fire Department …
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By Robby Tucker and Bethany Wagoner
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1/6/24
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Shortly after 3:30 p.m. on Thursday, Jan. 4, a structure on Douglas Street caught fire following a loud sound, possibly an explosion, that shook the neighborhood. The cause of the fire is currently under …
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By Bethany Wagoner
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1/4/24
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At approximately 11:15 a.m. on Monday, Jan. 1, 2024, members of the Paris Fire Department braved the cold to respond to a house fire at the corner of Main and Roberts Street in Paris. As a …
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By Robby Tucker and Bethany Wagoner
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1/1/24
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More than six months after audits revealed $3.24 million in grant funding reserved for Paris Union School District 95 (Paris 95) was misappropriated, the district and Superintendent Jeremy Larson are …
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By Robby Tucker
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12/29/23
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From the publisher’s desk,
More than any other holiday, New Year’s is a time for reflection and introspection. With 2023 nearing its end, The Prairie Press has compiled a collection …
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By Staff of the Prairie Press
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12/29/23
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With Christmas approaching, long lines of shoppers snaking between the aisles of local retail stores are a common site. On Saturday, Dec. 9, the Paris Walmart was packed from front to back, but not …
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By Robby Tucker
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12/15/23
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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 …
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by Linda Lane
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12/11/23
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Another derelict building on Paris’ town square is being demolished as of Monday, Dec. 4. Crews from Bell and Bell Demolition Inc. began their rapid disassembly of the building Monday morning …
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12/4/23
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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 over the weekend. Henson appeared before …
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By Robby Tucker
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12/4/23
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