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Beginning in 2025, everyone in Edgar County will have a new, easy-to-use and comprehensive resource at their fingertips. The Prairie Press’ first-ever Edgar County Area Community Guide …

Community Calendar
Obituaries
    • Robert Spaulding

      Robert Franklin Spaulding, 85 of Paris, passed away at 5:51 p.m. Wednesday, May 14, 2025, at Paris Health and Rehabilitation. Interment …

    • John Taylor

      John G. Taylor, Jr., 65, of Paris, formerly of Petersburg, Virginia, passed away at 5:45 p.m. Tuesday, May 13, 2025, at Providence Health Care …

    • James Foley

      James Cassle “J.C.” Foley, 55, of Paris, passed away at 5:20 a.m. Sunday, May 11, 2025, at his home. Services celebrating his life …

    • Nancy Critchelow

      Nancy Irene Critchelow, 80, of Paris, passed away at 11:52 p.m. Thursday, May 8, 2025, at Twin Lakes Extended Care. Graveside services will be …

    • Robert Redmon

      Robert W. “Rob” Redmon, Jr., 58 of Libertyville, Ind., formerly of Paris, passed away at 3:15 a.m. Friday, May 2, 2025, at his …

The fifth inning giveth and taketh away

From double-digit victories to hard-fought shutouts, the Lady Tigers experienced a whole season’s worth of emotions in just a week. In each game, the fifth inning proved to be the difference …
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Siren Report
    • Siren Report, May 14- 15

      Paris Police Department On May 14,  at 2:22 p.m., Edgar L. Wilhoit, 88, of Paris was cited at 309 W. Jasper for failure to signal. …

    • Siren Report, May 4-7

      Paris Police Department On May 4, at 2:33 a.m., Vincent J. Ebey, 35, was arrested at 510 West End Ave and charged with battery. Ebey was …

    • Siren Report April 27-29

      Paris Police Department On April 27, Ciera Prouse, 33, was cited for a suspended/revoked driver's license. Prouse was issued a citation and …

    • Siren Report April 22-24

      Paris Police Department On April 22, at 2:29 a.m., Jeffrey Johnson, 53, was arrested at 1808 S. Central and charged with possession of drug …

    • Siren Report April 21

      Paris Police Department On April 21, at 5:41 p.m., Justin Gardner, 33, was cited at 15200 US HWY 150 for expired registration. Gardner was …

School News

Feel the beat of the music

Near the end of each school year, the Fine Arts Center hosts the POPS concert, where the choirs from Paris High School, Mayo Middle School and Crestwood all come together to sing catchy tunes and …

Mayo art show celebrates creativity

PARIS—On Thursday, May 8, Mayo Middle School hosted its annual end-of-the-year student art show. Every student involved in art had pieces on display for people to come and enjoy. …
Local schools present annual awards to students

Strong students

Principals from several Edgar County schools, teachers, parents and a handful of students gathered at the Paris Family Restaurant early on the morning of Wednesday, May 8, to celebrate and …
History

Santa Claus in Springfield

In the 1850s, the arrival of December meant that stores in downtown Springfield would be filled with toys and gifts, and newspapers would be filled with ads reminding holiday shoppers that …
    • Herstory: Ethel Marie Crabtree

      International Women’s Day was celebrated globally on March 8 to honor women’s achievements in all areas of life. The late Paris resident, …

    • From shoes to caregiving

      The following article is a reproduction of a piece written by Mr. Stanley in a March 2017 edition of The Prairie Press. During the …

    • The battle of Mardi Gras

      Mardi Gras, the vibrant and extravagant festival synonymous with New Orleans, La., is steeped in rich history, cultural evolution and legendary …

Lifestyle
Painting the Prairie opens Painting the Prairie, an annual art show at The Link Art Gallery, opened its doors to patrons and art connoisseurs on Friday, May 9, with an open-house reception and short awards ceremony. …
Crowning confidence As summer approaches and the days grow longer, another season blooms alongside the sunshine and festivities—pageant season. For many, this time of year brings to mind sparkling evening gowns, …
Renovating Red Tail Ranch The Red Tail Ranch started as a dream. In 2019, Mike and Cat Eads lived in Hume. Mike Eads, a Master Mechanic, owned his own mechanic business, was Mayor of Hume and worked part-time as an Edgar …
Health
Twilight Walk honors fallen nurses In 2025, National Nurses Week concluded on Monday, May 12, a date recognized as Florence Nightingale’s birthday and National Nurses Day. To honor the lives of fallen nurses across Edgar County, …
A season to celebrate Expecting and new mothers in Edgar County will soon have a chance to celebrate motherhood while gaining valuable resources at the upcoming Community Baby Shower. Hosted by the Edgar County Public …
Behavioral health provider joins Horizon Health in Terre Haute Sycamore Pain and Wellness, a service of Horizon Health, welcomes Jenny Houzenga to its outpatient behavioral health team. Houzenga is a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse …
Faith
Leaving a living legacy For nearly 50 years, Right to Life of Edgar County has worked to educate, advocate and provide resources for those in need. Whether through local events, fundraising or community outreach, the …
Edgar County's first Freedom Rally planned for May The first Freedom Rally will take place in Edgar County on Thursday, May 1, the evening of the annual National Day of Prayer. The event, dubbed as “an evening of hope” by local …
This weekend is “Nearly Christmas” What would you do if you woke up to a never-ending day? What if that day was Christmas Eve? For one local resident, that scenario will happen this weekend, and it will happen on a stage for …
Art

Link Art Gallery showcases artists

 Dave Egan started working in colored pencil at age five, like many children, but it was something he hadn’t done for 40 years. After years of farming, only coloring his …

Young artists shine at Link student art show

On Sunday, April 27, the Link Art Gallery in Paris hosted its annual Edgar County Student Art Show for the community’s enjoyment. There were many different pieces on display from Paris …

Link Art Gallery hosts Brit Caradelli reception

Brit Caradelli shared her creative journey and current work during a Jan. 24 reception at the Link Art Gallery. After studying fashion design at Columbia College in Chicago, she transitioned to …
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