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Residents of Edgar County and surrounding areas will have access to free medical, dental and vision services later this month, thanks to a partnership between Remote Area Medical (RAM), Longview Bank …
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By Bethany Wagoner
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6/13/25
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Monday, June 9, proved to be both manic and miraculous for first responders in the city of Paris. In the midst of traffic stops, lift assists and calls for help, first responders were directed to the …
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By Bethany Wagoner
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6/13/25
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A multi-year shortfall in property tax revenue, totaling nearly three-quarters of a million dollars, has prompted the Paris 95 district to initiate an ongoing investigation involving legal, financial …
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By Victoria Leitch
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6/13/25
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PARIS— On Friday, May 30, community members came together at Horizon Health to celebrate themselves and/or their loved ones at the annual National Cancer Survivors Day luncheon. The event …
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By Victoria Leitch
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6/6/25
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On Tuesday, June 3, several members of the Paris-Union 95 District Board of Education met for a public policy committee meeting. The meeting reviewed mandatory Press 118 and Title IX updates, as well …
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By Bethany Wagoner
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6/6/25
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The Edgar County Recovery-Oriented System of Care (ROSC), established on July 1, 2022, is dedicated to building and empowering communities of recovery through collaboration, education and compassion …
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6/6/25
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CHRISMAN—At the June 2 Chrisman City meeting, Police Chief Tom Dolan announced he has recently achieved an important milestone in his law enforcement career. Dolan studied and earned his …
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By Victoria Leitch
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6/6/25
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The Edgar County Shrine Weekend is coming up soon, and local residents can look forward to familiar events and faces as the Edgar County Shrine Club raises money for the Shrine Kids.
Events of …
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By Chris Ingham
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6/6/25
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After a sixth case of measles was reported in the state of Illinois in early May, Health Department officials confirmed that the number of reported cases in the United States is now above 25.
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By Bethany Wagoner
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6/6/25
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Paris Union School District 95 will begin providing daily and extracurricular transportation for students next year. The Board of Education is supporting a phased plan to provide transportation for …
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6/6/25
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From a young age, Tessa Stine knew there was a divine calling on her life. Even as a middle schooler, the quiet stirrings of faith were already taking root in her heart and life.
At just 13 …
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By Bethany Wagoner
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6/6/25
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6/4/25
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At the recent Edgar County Public Health Department (ECPHD) board meeting, Administrator Kim Ross provided a comprehensive report covering facility upgrades, grant updates, community programs and …
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By Victoria Leitch
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5/30/25
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The Shiloh CUSD #1 board of education covered a variety of topics during a short, monthly meeting on Monday, May 19. Discussion included the announcement of bathroom renovations and maintenance …
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By Bethany Wagoner
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5/30/25
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The Paris City Council convened for its regular meeting on May 27, beginning with a moment of gratitude. Opening with a prayer, the board paid tribute to the brave service members who gave their …
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By Victoria Leitch
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5/30/25
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PARIS—On Memorial Day, under open skies and in the presence of neighbors, veterans, families, and first responders, a solemn tribute was paid to the heroes who gave their lives in service to …
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By Victoria Leitch
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5/30/25
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During a re-scheduled board of education meeting for the Paris-Union 95 School District on Wednesday, May 21, more than three dozen individuals joined the newly formed school board to address an …
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By Bethany Wagoner
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5/30/25
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The Paris-Union 95 school district announced they are in search of a new board member on Friday, May 30, following the resignation of former board president Kevin Knoepfel.
No reason for …
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5/30/25
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PARIS—Horizon Health congratulates the recent graduates of its first responder certification course.
Eight community members completed the 10-week course. This special training allows them …
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5/23/25
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The bathroom facilities at the Twin Lakes Park are slated for a major renovation following the approval of a contract with Midwest Restoration. The project, awarded at a bid of $302,882, was …
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By Bethany Wagoner
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5/23/25
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