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Carbon monoxide poisoning claims lives of man and dog on Christmas Day in Brocton
According to a press release from Edgar County Coroner Scott Barrett, a man and his dog were found dead from carbon monoxide poisoning on Christmas Day. The statement was released to the public … more
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Edgar County law enforcement officer joins forces with Circle of Care
There are a lot of reasons for handling people with care, especially children, according to Kansas Police Officer Doug Cochran. As a father, grandfather and law enforcement officer with decades of … more
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Vision 2030
Crestwood BOE supports Illinois Vision 2030
PARIS—After spending 13 minutes discussing a proposed tax levy, the Crestwood Board of Education unanimously a dopted a levy based on a projected EAV of $165,000,000 with a total extension of … more
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Safford Monument Co. closes its doors
PARIS—A Paris business with a 164-year history shuttered its doors last week. Safford Monument Co., located at 134 South Main Street in Paris, closed in early December. A notice on the door … more
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Bryan Marine
Army recruiter faces multiple charges for assault and possession, production of indecent imagery of a minor
Editor’s Note: This article includes references to sexual exploitation carried out against minors. Reader discretion is advised. CHARLESTON—At 9 a.m., on Dec. 16, a United States … more
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Ambulance response concerns spark review of county agreement
PARIS—Legal liability may be brewing in southern Clark County for a local ambulance service, as revealed during a Monday, Dec. 9 Edgar County Board study session. According to Samantha … more
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Village of Hume debates changes to ordinance violations and verbiage
HUME—The village of Hume's ordinance committee has been working hard over the past two months, compiling, presenting, writing and serving ordinance violations. The fruits of their labors and … more
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Shop With a Cop 2024
Not many children dream of walking down the aisle of a store chatting with a police officer or asking a firefighter which shoes will help them run faster. But for many children in Edgar County, … more
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City of Paris searches for police and fire candidates
PARIS—The Board of Fire and Police Commissioners for the City of Paris is creating an eligibility list for the Paris Police Department and Fire Department after approving motions to expand the … more
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Take a book. Share a book.
PARIS—A new chapter in community engagement and literacy has arrived in Paris. On Dec. 2, a Little Free Library was installed at Schwartz Park. Led by Meagan Brinkerhoff, the project is a … more
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Christmas in Kansas
Chrisman High School evacuated after boiler room fire
CHRISMAN—Students, teachers and staff were forced to evacuate Chrisman High School on Tuesday, Dec. 17 after a fire reportedly broke out in the building’s boiler room. According to … more
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Edgar County assistant state’s attorney faces fraud allegations
Publisher’s note: This is an evolving story. The Prairie Press will provide additional updates as they become available. All suspects are presumed innocent until proven guilty beyond a … more
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Take a book. Share a book.
PARIS—A new chapter in community engagement and literacy has arrived in Paris. On Dec. 2, a Little Free Library was installed at Schwartz Park. Led by Meagan Brinkerhoff, the project is a … more
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Paris 95 levy passes
PARIS—When it was first announced in November, the proposed 13.65 percent increase in Paris Union School District 95’s property tax levy sparked a fierce social media response, leading … more
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Paris welcomes new tattoo shop and recording studio
A new tattoo shop and recording studio has opened at 109 N. Central Avenue, Paris, Ill. Loco Estilo Ink and Flowhustler Studio have teamed together to bring a unique new amenity to the Paris … more
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County approves budget and property tax levy, swears in officials
PARIS – As of Wednesday, Nov. 27, Edgar County’s FY-25 budget and tax levy are set, and so are several local offices and the county board. Incumbents Philip Dobelstein (R, … more
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Chrisman Library’s story walk brings books to life
CHRISMAN—In early June of this year, Chrisman Public Library Director Cheri Oates met with members of the Chrisman City Council and requested permission to install a story walk on the city … more
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Addiction treatment decreases
PARIS – In America, the quaint warmth of small, rural communities is increasingly threatened by a silent killer. Addiction, whether to alcohol, drugs or another controlled substance, has grown … more
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Jingle all the way to The Tipsy Elf
PARIS—A brand-new holiday attraction has landed in Paris, and it has brought sparkle, merry and magic. A cozy corner of the town has been transformed into an Instagram-worthy pop-up bar that … more
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