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A press release from the Edgar County Coroner revealed two fatalities resulting from a head-on collision near Redmon on Saturday, July 6; an additional report three days later uncovered a deceased Edgar County resident in his home.
Coroner called to Kansas home
At approximately 4 p.m., Friday, Feb. 28 Edgar County Coroner Scott Barrett released details on a Kansas man who was found dead in his residence on Thursday afternoon. “Village of Kansas … more
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Lincoln Day Dinner held in Edgar County
During this year’s annual Lincoln Day Dinner, republican party members were treated to an informative Lincoln-themed presentation from local historian and author John Ellis. The Thursday, Feb. … more
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“Is this Chuck? No, this is Justin.”
When business owner Marisa Sunkel merged her family’s business JMS Trucking and Excavating with Wooten Trucking, she wasn’t just purchasing an additional business; she was carrying … more
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Meet the candidate: Andrew Roberts
Publisher’s note: Answers to the following questionnaire were submitted by Paris-Union School District 95 Board of Education candidate Andrew Roberts and are largely unedited, outside of minor … more
City of Paris receives award
Water from the City of Paris’ water treatment facility is heading to a state drinking water competition after placing first place in a regional water taste test. The win was announced during a … more
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Night on the Nile
For 12 years, The Rec Center in Paris has held an auction to raise funds for its facilities, programs and future endeavors. The auction, according to board president Drew Griffin, is the primary … more
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April trial scheduled in DUI case
Marshall resident Melissa Edwards currently faces five felonies following a fatal Route 1 accident on March 15, 2024. She was scheduled to appear in court on Friday, Feb. 21 for a pre-trial … more
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Kansas CUSD #3 weighs fees for new volleyball club
KANSAS - A new volleyball club is on the horizon for Kansas CUSD #3, but before it can take shape, the school board has raised concerns regarding its impact on school facilities, student involvement … more
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Edgar County increases deputies
The Edgar County Board has passed a resolution to increase the number of sheriff’s deputies by one. The resolution’s passing comes at the request of deputies at the Sheriff’s … more
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Meet the candidate: Faith Milam
Publisher’s note: Answers to the following questionnaire were submitted by Paris-Union School District 95 Board of Education candidate Faith Milam and are largely unedited, outside of minor … more
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Documentary premieres in Hume
Local film fans, community leaders, friends and family members will have the opportunity to participate in a once-in-a-lifetime event when “The Farmer’s Daughter” premieres at the … more
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“How sweet it is to be loved by you”
PARIS—Valentine’s Day is a time for love, kindness and community engagement. This year, the residents of Brookstone Estates Senior Living Community felt that love in full bloom. … more
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Poole pleads guilty, receives 27-year sentence with plea agreement
PARIS—After 19 long months, Tyler Poole, the Ohio man charged with the first-degree murder of Paris resident Charles “CK” Nay, entered a new guilty/mentally ill plea on Thursday, … more
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Diving In: Paris native Noah Tretter joins recovery efforts in Potomac air crash
When Americans heard about the mid-air crash of an American Airlines passenger jet and an Army Blackhawk helicopter over the Potomac River on Jan. 29, immediate thoughts and prayers were of the 64 … more
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District 95 begins planning the budget for 2025-26 school year
PARIS- Paris Union School District 95 is moving into the new year with its focus fixed on financial transparency and continued improvement. During Monday, Feb. 10’s monthly board meeting, … more
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Paris Presbyterian Church is celebrating 200 years as a congregation with a special service on Nov. 3. The church first formed on Nov. 6, 1824
Congregation plans reception for retiring minister
The local congregation at The Presbyterian Church of Paris will honor the Rev. Rodger Allen with a reception on Sunday, Feb. 17 following the worship service at 11:30 a.m. Allen will retire from his … more
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Bloomfield Barn hosts annual Daddy-Daughter Dance
Police car on the street at night
"You need to sell a squad car."
CHRISMAN—During the Monday, Feb. 3, Chrisman City meeting, Police Chief Tom Dolan presented the board with the need for a new police data management system. The council displayed a troubling … more
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Compassionate Food Pantry honors volunteers
PARIS—“Often, those who do the small things are overlooked, but their actions are so important,” Dr. Marilyn Frey said. “I want to say thank you to each and every one of you … more
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Lions Club announces Recycling Challenge
The Lions Club is gearing up for its annual Recycling Challenge, an exciting initiative that has impacted the Paris community for the past five years. What started as an effort to recycle caps and … more
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