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Rep. Adam Niemerg (R-Dietrich), left, presents an Illinois House of Representatives Resolution congratulating Paris for its bicentennial anniversary. Paris Mayor Craig Smith, right, accepts the resolution of behalf of the city.
$1.3 million for water mains
The project to replace old water mains serving Jasper Street came in higher than expected. City commissioner Paul Ruff reported at the city council meeting Monday, June 12, only one company bid … more
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Hume wants to clean up
HUME — Projects to make Hume a cleaner community were on the minds of village trustees. “We haven’t had a good ordinance for fire or abandoned buildings,” said trustee … more
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Burned property is headache for Brocton
BROCTON — The absentee ownership of a property where the remnants of a burned-out structure are located poses a problem for the village of Brocton. Mayor Chad Dudley told the village board … more
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Edgar County Board Chairman Jeff Voigt, left, accepts an Illinois House of Representatives resolution congratulating the county on its bicentennial. Rep. Adam Niemerg (R-Dietrich), right, made the presentation, during the county board meeting Wednesday, June 14.
Jail plan gets a thumb up
It may be on paper and not carved in stone, but the footprint of a new Edgar County Jail is fixed. Most of the discussion about the project occurred during the Edgar County Board’s study … more
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Kalieb Gallagher, who is working towards his Eagle Scout, shovels gravel into the bottom of the a fence post hole before a new one is placed.
Gallagher works toward Eagle Scout
Local Boy Scout Kalieb Gallagher is attempting to obtain his Eagle Scout rank and his community service project is an improvement at Blackhawk Park. “I wanted to do something to better the … more
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Audra Gullquist is joining The Prairie Press’ staff as an intern this summer. She looks forward to exploring the field of journalism and the depths of her own creativity.
Everyone, meet Audra
From an early age, Audra Gullquist felt at home with a pen in her hand. Gullquist spent much of her time absorbing books written by John Green or trying to write her own short stories with her … more
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$3.24 million misplaced, misused
Shock and confusion permeated Edgar County after FBI agents searched the home of Paris Union School District 95 Superintendent and Memorial Elementary principal Jeremy Larson on Tuesday, June 13. … more
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Charity car show promises a fun time for a meaningful cause
Gearheads in Edgar County and the surrounding area are invited to Lake Ridge Christian Church Saturday, June 17, to showcase their rides for a noble cause. The Charity Car Show Benefiting Sandy … more
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$3.24 million in "unallowable" costs identified in Paris Superintendent case
After a team of FBI agents searched the home of Paris Union School District 95 Superintendant Jeremy Larson on Tuesday, June 13, the Illinois State Board of Education released a statement identifying … more
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A power pole containing a transformer broke off near the bottom after a tree in the West Lake fell unexpectedly.
West Lake loses power
The West Lake at Paris Twin Lakes lost power today after a tree fell on power lines causing two power poles, one with a transformer, to break. The West Lake is currently without power and Ameren … more
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FBI searches Paris home
FBI agents searched a home in Paris on Tuesday, June 13.  The operation took place just before noon. Federal agents were seen entering the home carrying cases and evidence tags. The agents … more
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Two-vehicle collision on Jasper
A two-vehicle collision occurred in Paris on the morning of Tuesday, June 13. The vehicles collided between Taco Bell and R & J Stores on Jasper Street. No fatalities occurred. One driver … more
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Edgar County celebrates 200 years
Edgar County turns 200 this year and The Edgar County Bicentennial Celebration commences 5:30 p.m. Thursday, June 15, and end with a community dinner 6 p.m., Sunday June 18. The celebration … 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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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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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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Creating a cleaner tomorrow
April Burns, the founder and operator of the soap company Sage and Prim, is on a multi-faceted mission. “I don’t know if it is the climate at large, but we are in a time where people … more
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The Metcalf Fire Protection District is the oldest such entity in Edgar County and is celebrating it’s 75th anniversary with an open house June 25. With only 15 volunteers to protect an area of about 87 square miles, each person carries many responsibilities. Left to right, Bill McCord, assistant chief, EMS, firefighter and district trustee; Nick Barrett, firefighter and district trustee; Herman Weddle, 86, who has done everything and is still a firefighter; Will Morris, the youngest member at 18 and a firefighter; and John Morris, who is in his 32nd year as chief and also serves as EMS and firefighter.
Metcalf Fire Department turns 75 in June
METCALF — Local history was made 75 years ago when the Metcalf Fire Protection District became the first such organization in Edgar County. The event is being celebrated with an open house … more
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Edgar County Shrine Club members begin slicing the beef for the 64th annual Shriner BBQ Weekend.
Edgar County Shrine weekend begins
The Edgar County Shrine Club is full swing for the 64 th Shriners BBQ Weekend. A fun-filled weekend is planned with the following events. Friday Vendors on the Fairgrounds 6 p.m. … more
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Sunlit black POW-MIA flag flying in a brilliant blue sky. Copy space available.
Kansas dedicates marker for MIA military
KANSAS — Several entities are joining forces to create a monument for American service members who are considered missing in action. The Rolling Thunder Motorcycle Club, the American Legion … more
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