After launching in October of 2022, the Tiger Health Center is closing its doors. The facility, located at Paris High School, closed its doors yesterday, Jan. 12, after nurse practitioner Amber Pitts …
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By Robby Tucker
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1/13/24
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The Horizon Health Meals on Wheels program has received its largest single contribution to date. A recent $10,000 gift from First Farmers Bank & Trust through the Horizon Health Foundation is the …
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5/29/23
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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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The Edgar County Board’s jail project has a new due date for schematics and bids, pricing estimates and, most notably, a name for the facility.
As discussed during a Jan. 8 Edgar County …
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By Robby Tucker
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1/20/24
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HUME — It may be a new year, but the same issues and concerns are plaguing Edgar County communities. During the Hume village board’s meeting in December, former trustee Fern Keys …
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By Bethany Wagoner
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1/13/24
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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 large crowd of Edgar County GOP faithful gathered Feb. 23 at The Step Station for the annual Republican Lincoln Day Dinner.
Edgar County Republican Chairman Doug Cochran welcomed attendees to …
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By LINDA LANE
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3/6/23
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Local school boards are currently contending with tempestuous winter weather and trying to balance their responsibility to care for students’ well-being and their education. The Community Unit …
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By Bethany Wagoner
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1/20/24
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Under normal circumstances, canine enthusiasts pay upwards of $1,000 for the piercing blue eyes and soft, delicate fur of the beloved Siberian husky. On Wednes- day, July 12, Paris dog lovers enjoyed …
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By Robby Tucker
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7/18/23
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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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Traditions are valuable because they mark special occasions reminding us what is important by reinforcing values and beliefs. One long standing national tradition is the celebration of Memorial Day …
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By Suzanne Williams
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5/30/23
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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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On any given day in cemeteries throughout the United States, a longstanding military ritual occurs that is both moving and familiar. Men and women have been honored for their service at their …
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By Daniel Briseño
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5/30/23
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CHRISMAN – A detailed account of a weekend break-in and an ensuing arrest captivated councilmen and a handful of visitors during a Tuesday, Feb. 20 Chrisman City Council meeting.
Chrisman …
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By Robby Tucker
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2/26/24
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Chad Crampton is living his dream. The Paris fire chief has moved up through the ranks since joining the department Aug. 1, 1999, and cannot see himself doing something different.
“I …
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By GARY HENRY
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5/30/23
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First responders were busy Tuesday evening, July 11, destroying an old school bus at the fire training center on Cherry Point Road.
The exercise involved Paris Fire Department, all stations of …
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By GARY HENRY
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7/18/23
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Residents of the City of Paris, and visitors, shared an array of ideas surrounding the future of Paris while attending the city’s preagenda meeting Wednesday, March 20.
“I’m …
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By Bethany Wagoner
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3/27/24
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The following people were among those who had cases scheduled for the March 20 and the March 23 criminal and traffic calls in Edgar County Circuit Court:
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Randy J. Bramlett, 55, …
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4/4/23
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First Mid Bank & Trust has promoted Melissa Mathias Tovey to Senior Vice President, Director of Bank Administration.
“Melissa’s promotion is a testament to her remarkable …
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By LINDA LANE
lanefamily1992@gmail.com
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5/30/23
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Amethyst Facial Spa owner Morgan Boyer opened the spa March 10, in a space inside the Hello Beyoutiful Salon, at 112 Andrew St.
So far, things have been good.
Boyer graduated from a …
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BY GRETCHEN STONE
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3/27/24
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