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The Chrisman Community School District 6 is in good financial shape and residents will see benefits reflected in their taxes.
Unit 6 school district residents will see a drop in property taxes
CHRISMAN — The Chrisman Community School District 6 is in strong financial shape and the Unit 6 school board learned district taxpayers will likely see another drop in their property taxes … more
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"In recent months, Edgar County coroner Scott Barrett has seen a significant uptick in the number of decomposition cases countywide."
Natural deaths not found
In recent months, Edgar County coroner Scott Barrett has seen a significant uptick in the number of decomposition cases countywide. Elderly residents who are homebound or who don’t live with … more
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Chad Thompson, left, and Kishore Ahuja, right, pose for a photo after a Tuesday, June 19 PEDCO meeting. Ahuja, the president and COO of North American Lighting, attended the meeting to network with other local business leaders and discuss the needs of the community.
PEDCO meets new NAL COO
Business leaders from across the community spent the Tuesday, June 20, lunch hour discussing a variety of new developments and future goals for the city of Paris. The meeting, organized by the Paris … more
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Edgar County Board members Andy Patrick (left), Russ Lawton (center) and Joshua Knight of the Edgar County Highway Department (right) take notes during the Thursday, April 25 bid opening.
New Edgar County Public Safety Center bids come in high
Vehicles crowded the parking lot and visitors packed the meeting room of the Edgar County Highway Department on Thursday, April 25. Members of the Edgar County Board, the Highway Department, … more
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Volunteers from schools, businesses and organizations across Paris are joining forces this weekend to complete improvement projects around the city.
Paris Improvement Organization cleans up Paris
One community group is taking spring cleaning to a whole new level. The Paris Improvement Organization kicked off its Paris Community Clean-Up bright and early Friday, May 10. Volunteers young … more
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Chrisman gaining ground on infrastructure improvements
CHRISMAN — There was a time infrastructure issues were arising so fast the Chrisman City Council seemed almost overwhelmed. The city’s aging system still has problems, but … more
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For any vendor or entrepreneur setting up for the Honeybee Festival in Paris this year, you will have a healthy support network at your fingertips.
Paris plans 2025 budget
The Paris City Council adopted the budget for 2025’s fiscal year, estimating they will see revenue of more than $25 million during its regular, bi-weekly meeting Monday, April 22. The … more
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Sunday, May 5 afforded Sara Morris a chance to meet her favorite columnist, The Prairie Press’ own Terry Sullivan, in the comfort of her own apartment. From left to right, front row, are Laura Morris, Harriett Fouts, Sara Morris and Terry Sullivan. In back are Rich Morris and Renita Dawn.
Armchair Scientist meets his biggest fan
Surrounded by friends and family, Sara Morris, soon to be 92, gazed out at a lush bean field from the patio of her corner apartment at Brookstone Estates. “Science is really a fascinating … more
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Unofficial July 4 parade returns
Supporters of the Unofficial Fourth of July Parade are preparing for the annual event, which is now in its fourth year. It is an unofficial parade because it occurs without city permission and … more
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The Twilight Walk to honor nurses is lit by luminaries, white bags lit from within by tea-light candles. All of the luminaries displayed at the 2024 walk had the name of a nurse on them, several were decorated by the children and grandchildren of the healthcare workers, or by students at local schools.
Twilight Walk honors local nurses
“Some days are hard. Some days you wonder if you truly are making a difference, but then there will be a patient that will remind you why you chose to be a nurse… Nursing is truly a way … more
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Music and movies featured in the Chrisman City Park
CHRISMAN — Some old traditions are returning to the Chrisman City Park for the summer. The Chrisman Area Community Club and an anonymous sponsor are hosting music in the park 7-9 p.m. … more
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The genealogy department is open during library hours.
Marshall Public Library preserves community history with new genealogy department
MARSHALL — The Marshall Public Library has moved the genealogy and historical collections from the Clark County Genealogy Library (CCGL) to the new genealogy department at the Marshall Public … more
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Horizon Health celebrates National Volunteer Week with staff
Volunteer Week offers individuals from all backgrounds and walks of life the opportunity to recognize and honor the incredible contributions of volunteers, including those in healthcare, community … more
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Smoke is billowing from a barn fire on Coach Rd. as Kansas Fire Chief Kirk Allen knocks down the flames.
Kansas barn burns
The Kansas Fire Department along with Grandview Fire was dispatched to a barn on fire on Coach Rd. around 2:20 p.m. today. The Paris Fire Department assisted. The fire is currently under … more
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More spirited discussion of Edgar County’s ambulance service tax levy took center stage this week during the Edgar County Board meeting on Wednesday, March 13 and the study session that preceded it on Monday, March 11.
Horizon Health extends social services
Social work is one of the fastest-growing professions in the US, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. At its core is social services, a public service intended to provide support and … more
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The long runway at the Edgar County Airport, 9-27, was getting resurfaced on Wednesday, May 8. On the job site, workers walked behind a machine that was milling the runway surface, pulling off the top three to four inches and grinding up the material, shooting it into the back of a semi truck that was keeping a slow pace, in front of the milling machine.
Edgar County Airport gets a face-lift
The long runway at the Edgar County Airport, 9-27, was in the midst of being resurfaced on Wednesday, May 8, as routine maintenance required by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). The … more
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Marge Houghland celebrated her 90th birthday on Jan. 14. She received a key to the city of Paris from Mayor Craig Smith and had two festive birthday celebrations.
Houghland is 90 years young
Marge Houghland celebrated her 90th birthday in a big way. In honor of her special birthday, a celebration was held at the First Christian Church in Paris. Surrounded by family and friends, … more
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Despite disaster care does not quit, on Sept. 26, 2021 Horizon Health held a special remembrance serve for local families who had lost loved ones in the midst of the pandemic.
COVID-19 pandemic leaves a painful mark on history
March 11, 2020, a day in recent history many will never forget. The World Health Organization declares a new disease, Covid-19 a pandemic. The first severe pandemic since 1918, Covid shook the … more
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Three-vehicle accident briefly clogs Route 1
A crash involving several vehicles forced first responders to shut down State Route 1 south of Paris on Wednesday, April 10. The accident occurred next to Reynolds Way, just south of North American … more
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Prairie Press earns four IPA award nominations
It is not often that I get to write something for the paper as myself, the woman behind one of the many desks at 101 N. Central, but this week I have the distinct honor of writing a letter not to the … more
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