Lerna is a village in Coles County, Illinois, with a population of approximately 220.
Population220
Median Home$80,800
Area0.12 sq mi
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Central Illinois earthquake: 3.3-magnitude quake felt near Lerna, USGS says
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NewsMAY 13, 2025
Illinois earthquake of 3.3 magnitude hits near Lerna
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