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We are a locally-owned newspaper based in Paris, Ill., covering the stories that matter most to Edgar County.

11/18/2025

⚠️ Weather Alert: Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Edgar County until 3:00pm CST.

During their Nov. 5 meeting, the Edgar County Board voted to approve the siting application for the State Line Energy Ce...
11/18/2025

During their Nov. 5 meeting, the Edgar County Board voted to approve the siting application for the State Line Energy Center LLC, a major renewable energy development poised to bring significant economic and environmental benefits to the area.

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Representatives from Edgar County and AYPA Power met on Wednesday, Nov. 5, for the third and final installment of a closely watched series of public hearings. During the meeting, the Edgar …

11/17/2025
The Paris District 95 Board of Education held a public hearing on Monday, Nov. 10, to discuss its intent to sell up to $...
11/17/2025

The Paris District 95 Board of Education held a public hearing on Monday, Nov. 10, to discuss its intent to sell up to $12.6 million in school fire prevention and safety bonds, funding that would support major facility upgrades across the district.

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PARIS—The Paris District 95 Board of Education held a public hearing on Monday, Nov. 10, to discuss its intent to sell up to $12.6 million in school fire prevention and safety bonds, funding …

11/17/2025

Opening night of 2025 North American Lighting Thanksgiving Tourney

On Saturday, Nov. 8, family, friends and community members gathered at the American Legion in Brocton to honor one of Ed...
11/16/2025

On Saturday, Nov. 8, family, friends and community members gathered at the American Legion in Brocton to honor one of Edgar County’s most beloved public servants, Roger “Buzz” Busby.

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On Saturday, Nov. 8, family, friends and community members gathered at the American Legion in Brocton to honor one of Edgar County’s most beloved public servants, Roger “Buzz” …

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