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Hermon Taylor has played the role of Santa in Paris for more than 25 years. He began his philanthropic career when he volunteered with Toys for Tots via the fire department, since then his Christmas spirit has only grown.
Herman Taylor plays the role of Santa year round
There are many men who put on a red Santa suit and mimic his jolly disposition, but Paris is fortunate to have a real Santa with all of the qualities and kindness it takes to be the “real … more
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Burnt-out remains are all that is left of the old Redmon School on S Main Street in Paris after a massive fire razed the building to the ground. A pre-trial hearing for Daniel L. Henson (24) of Paris offered additional insight into the likely cause of the blaze.
More details emerge about abandoned school fire in Paris
A pre-trial detention hearing for Daniel L. Henson, 24, of Paris offered additional information regarding a structure fire that razed the old Redmon School on S Central Street over the weekend. … more
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Current Edgar County Coroner Scott Barrett (left) fills out a petition to be included on the ballot for the upcoming primary election.
Local offices up for election, but no contested races slated for 2024
With a presidential election approaching in 2024, politics are back on the menu for spirited family discussion this holiday season. While the presidential race often claims the spotlight during an … more
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The Paris Area Chamber of Commerce is gearing up to host its annual Chamber Celebration next Saturday, April 13.
“Rising tides raise all ships”
The fourth planning meeting for Paris stakeholders hosted a small group of individuals interested in the future of the city, however, the conversations at the meeting brought residents together with … more
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Delores Warmouth, Kathy Criss, Mary Ann McClarey, Billie Thomas, Mary Thomas, Gayle Dailey and Kaylee Boyd. Back row, left to right, are Viola Hunter, Shelia Hewitt, Donna Rubenacker and James Thomas.
VFW Post 3601 is giving back to the community for Christmas
With Christmas fast approaching, members of VFW Auxiliary Post 3601 in Paris are spreading goodwill and holiday cheer by giving back to the community. The group’s annual “Make A … more
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On Dec. 9 a pre-selected group of children get a chance to shop for holiday gifts with the assistance of a uniformed partner.
Shop with a Cop returns
The annual Shop with a Cop date is quickly approaching. On Dec. 9 a pre-selected group of children get a chance to shop for holiday gifts with the assistance of a uniformed partner. The children are … more
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Former “Shooters” location in downtown Paris demolished
Another derelict building on Paris’ town square is being demolished as of Monday, Dec. 4. Crews from Bell and Bell Demolition Inc. began their rapid disassembly of the building Monday morning … more
More details emerge about abandoned school fire in Paris
A pre-trial detention hearing for Daniel L. Henson, 24, of Paris offered additional information regarding a structure fire that razed the old Redmon School over the weekend. Henson appeared before … more
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The White House plans to invest $50 million of American Rescue Plan funds into more than 10,000 small businesses.
Local businesses look for support
On Nov. 25, the Biden administration took to social media platform X, formerly known as Twitter, unveiling new actions intended to increase support for small businesses across the country. more
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Christmas Tree
Christmas in Kansas
Kansas - Bringing the community together to spread Christmas joy while sharing the holiday bustle with the public at an authentic small-town winter holiday is the main goal of the second Christmas in … more
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A six-week process exists to become a bus driver, and that includes obtaining a CDL, passing a written test and working with an instructor and driving a set number of hours.
Paris 95 anticipates additional paybacks following new IDPH audit
Nearly nine months after a routine audit discovered unallowable grant expenses and six months after news broke of an FBI search at the home of Paris Union School District 95’s superintendent of … more
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Harvest House unveils new blessing box, looks for community support
Harvest House, a local non-profit organization, recently found a new way to fight food insecurity in Paris and Edgar County: a blessing box. The box, an accessible container filled with food and … more
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Kiwanis honors the late Jim Mathis
Jim Mathis, a long-time member of the Kiwanis Club, who passed earlier this year, received recognition at a recent meeting. Dennis Thiel recalled how Mathis served as secretary for the Kiwanis … more
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Sue Waltz (left) and Wayne Waltz (right) took a turn ringing the bells at the entrance to the Paris Walmart.
Making a difference with every ring
Salvation Army bell ringers carry on a timeless tradition in Edgar County by ringing bells and raising funds for their neighbors. more
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Library upgrades are long overdue
During the Nov. 13 city council meeting members of the city board approved $12,000 in TIFF funding for the Paris Carnegie Library, according to library director Ceili Boylan the timing of the extra … more
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. A single bid to supply the school’s milk came from Prairie Farms Dairy; it was awarded the 2024-25 school year contract.
Crestwood earns exemplary rating from ISBE
Crestwood Elementary School students and staff can enter the Christmas season knowing they made the nice list, at least according to the Illinois State Board of Education. Recently released ISBE … more
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Light display brings family and friends together
Bee Well of Edgar County has been offering the community a preview of the holiday season on the eve of Thanksgiving for several years now. Known as “Dashing Through the Lights”, the … more
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Underdogs take center stage
Paris High School is buzzing with excitement as it prepares for its upcoming drama production of “Puffs,” a whimsical and spellbinding journey into the world of wizardry. Set to … more
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Aikman Wildlife brings the outdoors into Crestwood
The Crestwood cafeteria filled with excitement during an after-school program as Kelsey Aikman, of the Aikman Wildlife Adventure, brought the outdoors inside with five different animals. … more
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Construction cones marking part of road with a layer of fresh asphalt.
US-150, Vermilion Road intersection to be rebuilt
A road improvement east of Paris roughly 13 years in the making is approved and slated for 2024. After the north side of the intersection of Vermilion Road (2000 E) and US-150 received some updates … more
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