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Paris, Illinois: Where community roots run deep.

Paris exudes a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere. The downtown area is vibrant with local businesses, while residential areas are known for their well-maintained homes and friendly neighbors. There's a strong sense of community pride evident in the town's events and local initiatives.

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COMMUNITY GUIDE · PARIS
Paris, Edgar County

City Snapshot

Population

8,291

County

Edgar County

Timezone

America/Chicago

Median Income

$50,080

Quick Numbers

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Emergency Services

Poison Control

Suicide & Crisis Lifeline

Domestic Violence Hotline

Child Abuse Hotline

Veterans Crisis Line

Paris Community Hospital / Horizon Health

Paris Community Hospital / Horizon Health Emergency Room

This Week

Warrant: Turn Up The Good Times Tour with FireHouse and Bulletboys

2026-06-13 at 11:00 PM

Bee Gees Tribute

2026-06-14

Sunday Service: Pride Month

2026-06-14

First UU Congregation

Sunday Service: From Shame to Pride

2026-06-21

First UU Congregation

Birthday on the Bash 250th Anniversary Event

2026-06-27

South 1st Street

Community Leaders

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Richard Durbin

U.S. Senator

Democrat Party

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Tammy Duckworth

U.S. Senator

Democrat Party

JB Pritzker
JB Pritzker

Governor

Democratic Party