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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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Members of the 2022 Marshall City Band.
Marshall City Band in concert June 9
MARSHALL — The Marshall City Band performs 8 p.m. June 9 on the Clark County Courthouse lawn, under the direction of Heather Setzer. Also, that evening is the 6-8 p.m. Marshall Farmers Market … more
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Rescue Me, Clifford is done, lack of volunteers forced closing
Rescue Me, Clifford was a dog rescue organization that operated from Oct. 1, 2011, to Jan. 2, 2023. The organization was started by Marilyn Frey, Roberta Shilver and Penny Cannady after Shilver … more
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Vietnam Traveling Memorial War coming to the area
DANA, Ind. — The Vietnam Traveling Memorial War is coming to the Wabash Valley. Sponsored by the board and staff of the Friends of Ernie Pyle WWII Museum at Dana, Ind., in cooperation with … more
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Music and movies featured in the Chrisman City Park
CHRISMAN — Some old traditions are returning to the Chrisman City Park for the summer. The Chrisman Area Community Club and an anonymous sponsor are hosting music in the park 7-9 p.m. … more
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Mike Eads, left, ended an 18-year stint as president of the Hume Village Board Tuesday, May 30. He has moved to a new home outside the village limits prompting his resignation. The village board appointed trustee Seth Eads to fill remaining two years of the unexpired term of village president.
Long time village president resigns
HUME —Life changes, and after building a new home outside of Hume, the long-time village president Mike Eads resigned during a special meeting Tuesday, May 30. Following the meeting, Eads … more
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Nancy Zeman visits with her nephew Noah Dundas during the open house celebrating her semi-retirement from The Prairie Press. Zeman was one of the founding members of the newspaper in 2014.
Open house marks new chapter for Zeman
When she was a child, Nancy Zeman could be found with a newspaper in her hands, glued to the page in front of her. Zeman spent every evening in giddy anticipation, waiting for the daily paper to … more
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