Two libraries from Edgar County will welcome new visitors throughout October with a popular program sponsored by the region’s library system.
The sixth annual Library Crawl invites patrons …
The Paris City Council meeting Monday, Sept. 23 opened with a proclamation declaring Oct. 11 and 12 as “Lion’s Candy Days.”
Following his official proclamation, Paris Mayor …
On Thursday, Sept. 19, the Chrisman Public Library held story time. Miss Kara read “Hedgehog Goes to Kindergarten”, written by Lynne Marie and “Hedgehugs”, written by Steve …
The annual Honeybee Festival buzzed to life in Paris despite stormy conditions Sept. 27-28. A highlight of the annual two-day event was the Honeybee Parade, Saturday, Sept. 28. Starting at 11 a.m. …
TOLEDO, Ill. – First Neighbor Bank recently announced a donation to the Embarras River Basin Agency (ERBA), a community-focused organization dedicated to improving the quality of life for …
PARIS – According to a filed by the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH), alleged lapses in staff communication resulted in the hospitalization of a local nursing home …
PARIS – No official action was taken during the Paris 95 Board of Education policy committee meeting Monday, Sept. 23, but the meeting proved to be productive nonetheless. All board members, …
The 2024 election cycle is in full swing, and Edgar County residents who want to cast their vote before Election Day (Tuesday, Nov. 5) are invited to do so. Early voting for each county precinct …
Two new queens were crowned at the annual Kiwanis Honeybee Festival Pageant
PARIS—The 2024 Kiwanis Jr. Miss Honeybee Festival Queen Lauren Bowers best describes the sensation of winning her Honeybee crown as a “fever dream.”
“There were so many …
TOLEDO, Ill. – First Neighbor Bank recently announced a donation to the Embarras River Basin Agency (ERBA), a community-focused organization dedicated to improving the quality of life for …
PARIS – Patrons lining the drive-thru at Stagecoach Coffee likely noticed something different about their drink on Tuesday, Sept. 24 – custom cup sleeves displaying positive messages kept …
PARIS — Following a second pre-trial conference, a jury trial has been set for Marshall resident Melissa Edwards.
Edwards, who currently faces seven charges, including a Class 2 DUI, …
The Paris City Council meeting Monday, Sept. 23 opened with a proclamation declaring Oct. 11 and 12 as “Lion’s Candy Days.”
Following his official proclamation, Paris Mayor …
KANSAS – Emergency personnel responded to reports of a motor vehicle accident involving an ATV and a semi-truck on Wednesday, Sept. 25. Two people were injured in the collision, which occurred …
The 2024 election cycle is in full swing, and Edgar County residents who want to cast their vote before Election Day (Tuesday, Nov. 5) are invited to do so. Early voting for each county precinct …
HUME— Following an hour-long executive session, the CUSD#1 school board voted to fill a vacant board seat during its regular, monthly meeting Monday, Sept. 16.
The nomination for Brocton …
The annual Honeybee Festival, its sponsors and many volunteers are finalizing plans for the two-day event coming up September 27-28. The weekend consists of the parade, special meal events, food and …
PARIS–With a growing customer base and a high product demand, Maddie Neiswinger, owner of Frosted by Maddie, has decided to expand her business to the Wabash Valley, more specifically, Terre …
PARIS – The annual Kiwanis Honeybee Festival Pageant took the stage at Paris Fine Arts Center on Sunday, Sept. 22
Out of 20 contestants, two walked away with crowns and a new title. Bella …
PARIS—Residents of Edgar County and members of the Paris City Council are once again singing the praises of the Paris Park Board and their efforts to clean up area parks. The most recent round …
CHRISMAN—Art. An element of life that appears everywhere around us. One small master of the element calls Chrisman home. Lindsey Franz, a current Illinois State (ISU) student, quit her …
EnerStar celebrates 85 years of building reliability and relationships in Edgar County
PARIS—In July of 1939, Edgar Electric Cooperative energized its first power line. The new company was established by the Edgar County Farm Bureau as part of FDR’s New Deal and The Rural …
CHRISMAN—The clock is running slim for the City of Chrisman and its wastewater treatment plant project. During the Sept. 16 Chrisman City Council meeting, resolutions were supposed to be made …
PARIS – It’s a tall task to imagine a day better than Friday, Sept. 13 for Paris Cooperative High School (PCHS) senior Drew Rogers. In front of bleachers packed with hometown fans, he was …
PARIS – Budgets and bills were the first order of business when the Paris Union School District 95 Board of Education gathered Monday, Sept. 9. Mary Morgan Ryan, the district’s …
During a Wednesday, Sept. 13 meeting, members of the Edgar County Board and representatives from the Edgar County Highway Department breathed a collective sigh of relief. With the presentation and …
The Ernie Eveland Gymnasium looked unrecognizable Saturday, Sept. 7, during the annual Paris Chamber of Commerce Celebration. Inside, the room was filled with decorated tables, music, food, a live …
The Paris Carnegie Library announced they will have a new countertop coin companion soon, thanks to the hard work of local children and input from community members.
Earlier this summer, the …
PARIS—On Sept. 24, members of Edgar County’s community will see some of their own on television. Dawn and Timothy Kirby of Paris will be featured on an episode of WEIU’s Being Well …
Horizon Health President and CEO announces retirement in December of 2024
PARIS—After 11 years as President and CEO of Horizon Health, Ollie Smith plans to retire to his family’s farm in rural Hume on Dec. 31, 2024. The announcement was made via press release …
The presence of local law enforcement at several Paris schools on the morning of Thursday, Sept. 12 led to a firestorm of speculation and concern on social media. Despite the uproar of concern from …
The Illinois Department of Transportation announced work on Illinois 133 west of Paris will begin Thursday, Sept. 12. The project will require daily single-lane closures of Illinois 133 into summer …
After 11 years as President and CEO of Horizon Health, Ollie Smith plans to retire to his family’s farm in rural Hume on Dec. 31, 2024. The announcement was made via press release on the …
If you walk through Schwartz Park in Paris, you will find a community garden curated by Horizon Health and the BeeWell team. The garden serves as an educational tool for individuals curious about …
CHRISMAN – The city of Chrisman’s quest to renovate and rebuild its infrastructure is growing more costly and complex.
A visit from Matt Johnson, principal engineer at …
According to one local health leader, the ink flowing out of an unsupervised tattoo operation is posing a danger to Paris.
Kim Ross, administrator of the Edgar County Public Health Department …
Sabrina Funkhouser started working at just 14 years old. Her first job at Monical’s Pizza in Paris required a special permit, because of her age, according to her husband John …
In a couple of months, fleeing criminals and citizens in distress are likely to meet two new agents of the law, but they’ll have to look up.
As a result of donations from community members …
HUME — Students and staff of the Shiloh Community Unit School District are mourning the loss of a freshman student after a tragic accident in the early hours of Sept. 3.
CUSD #1 …
In Edgar County, the Paris Economic Development Corporation (PEDCO) is making the issue of childcare its focus. Childcare is an ongoing concern that touches multiple aspects of a community. Not only …
Edgar County family brings community together for citywide cleanup
Phil and Kat Stapp are using their time to clean up the city of Paris and create an impact on the city in hopes of a brighter future. Together, they created a group called “Be the Change” …
Updates and upgrades to recreational spaces have been a hot topic for residents and community leaders in Paris for months. The need to see communal spaces upgraded and the desire for new activities …
After renovations, storm damage and re-renovations, the Edgar County Courthouse is almost whole once again. Edgar County Board members and contractors hope the revitalized structure and the …
A visitor to the Paris City Council meeting Monday, Aug. 26 shared her displeasure with members of the city council over the condition of several streets inside city limits.
The guest said she …
Residents on the southern end of Paris heard gunshots split the still summer air during the morning of Saturday, Aug. 10. The alleged shooter was detained before appearing for a preliminary hearing …
The first-ever Edgar County Candlelight Vigil will begin at 7 p.m., tonight, Aug. 31, a day earmarked as International Overdose Awareness Day. The hour-long outdoor event takes place at New …
With the help of Knowles Auction, a Marshall-based auction service, and countless others, the Edgar County Shrine Club had a successful evening at their annual auction fundraiser Aug. 24. The event …
Details surrounding the death of a Paris man found dead at his residence late Thursday morning have been released by Edgar County Coroner Scott Barrett.
According to a press release issued …
November marks the 12-month anniversary of the declaration that Tyler Poole, 27, was unfit for trial. The next time Poole appears in the Edgar County Courthouse, serious decisions will await the …
The first-ever Edgar County Candlelight Vigil will begin at 7 p.m., Saturday, Aug. 31, a day earmarked as International Overdose Awareness Day. The hour-long outdoor event takes place at New …
CHRISMAN – The price tag for planned upgrades to Chrisman’s wastewater treatment plant is causing a stink.
During a Monday, Aug. 19 meeting, members of the Chrisman City Council …
Sunrise Park has been thriving this summer with many events and get-togethers held at the East Edgar Street park.
On the evening of Saturday, Aug. 17, crowds gathered at the park for the latest …
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 …
Chrisman will host their annual Chrisman Days celebration Sept. 6-8. The weekend is expected to be filled with events sun up to sun down and give residents and visitors a chance to explore the …
Members of the Kansas CUSD #3 Board of Education met Wednesday, Aug. 21, for their regular, monthly meeting to discuss various changes this coming fall.
The board and teacher’s union have …
The Edgar County Animal Shelter is a pillar in the Edgar County community. They are responsible for encouraging local strays to become members of future families. On Aug. 17, the animal shelter …
With a jolly last name and a merry spirit, it is no surprise that Paris resident Beverly Christmas is known for serving up smiles in her role as a Hampton Breakfast Host. Now, Christmas is receiving …
Building a new public safety center is not cheap – and neither is moving and maintaining the equipment needed for one.
During a Monday, Aug. 12 Edgar County Board study session, Edgar …
HUME—“Everything is good as far as we know, there is nothing to report,” that sentiment was heard multiple times during the Hume village meeting Monday, Aug. 12. The police …
A Paris woman will remain in the custody of the Edgar County Sheriff’s Department until her jury trial in September after Judge David Lewis found probable cause in Class 4 felony stalking and …
Paris area girls in grades kindergarten through 12 are invited to join the Girl Scouts of Southern Illinois. The group is hosting a registration event 5:30 – 6:30 p.m., Aug. 22 at Paris …
For the past four years, the Fizz Soda Shop and Eatery has been serving up drinks and treats at 404 S. Main Street in Paris. On Saturday, Aug. 17, the drive-thru-only shop used social media to …
Publisher’s note: Below are additional results from this year’s Edgar County 4-H Fair not included in Saturday, Aug. 10’s ‘Edgar County Fair Results’ insert.
2024 …
So far, 2024 has proven to be a busy year for the Paris Park Board. The beloved spider at Paris’ Union Street Park received a fresh coat of paint, permanent nets for a new sand volleyball court …
The City of Paris held its bi-weekly meeting Monday, Aug. 12 to discuss local needs. While city council meetings generally focus on approving motions and providing funding for city expenses and …
On Monday, Aug. 12, members of the Paris 95 Board of Education and Superintendent of Schools Mary Morgan Ryan glimpsed a break in the district’s recent storm of audits and payback requests.
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Back-to-School Breakfast kicks off with Olympic-sized boost for Paris school staff
Held at Lake Ridge Christian Church (LRCC), the official back-to-school breakfast for all educators in the city of Paris took place Monday, Aug. 12. The annual event has been hosted by the Paris …
A woman reportedly stole not one, but two vehicles during the afternoon of Thursday, Aug.15. The first vehicle was a white, Ford F-350 Super Duty.
The unauthorized driver took the truck through …
On Monday, Aug. 5, Mary Morgan Ryan, Paris Union School District 95’s new superintendent of schools, delivered on her promise of providing financial transparency, briefing Paris 95 board …
The Paris City Council has decided to pass on placing an outdoor chess set in a public park. The decision, made during a pre-agenda meeting on Aug. 7, came following a lengthy discussion between the …
CHRISMAN – The Chrisman City Council filled a vacancy during its Monday, Aug. 5 meeting when Chrisman resident Rodney Wolfe was sworn in as the new Water Commissioner.
“It’s …
Andrew Bathe, also known as the supposed swine swindler of the Paris Carnegie Library’s prized piggy bank, appeared at the Edgar County Courthouse Thursday, Aug. 8.
Bathe, represented by …
According to contractors working on the construction of the Edgar County Public Safety Center (ECPSC), a three-in-one jail, sheriff’s office and dispatch center, the project is moving in the …
The Mobile Integrated Health (MIH) unit at Horizon Health has acquired a new truck to assist with home visits, emergency response and other needed health issues.
“Using the truck as our …
INTERNATIONAL AND LOCAL ROTARY GROUPS TAKE ON ADDICTION AND RECOVERY
Rotary International is no stranger to taking on big, health-related challenges. The group first tackled getting Polio vaccines into the arms of people around the world, specifically in underserved …
The American Red Cross announced Monday, Aug. 5, that the nation is facing an emergency blood shortage after the national supply fell by more than 25 percent. In Edgar County, a July 22 blood drive …
Dejharie Campbell, 20, accepted a plea deal on Thursday, Aug. 8 for his role in a Friday, June 28 altercation that led to a self-inflicted fatality. Campbell was charged with aggravated unlawful use …
Paris’ bee-loved Honeybee Festival is fast approaching, and the Paris Lions Club is accepting entries for the celebration’s parade.
A registration form is available online. The …
For years, the Route 1 Rumble Demolition Derby has served as the explosive finale to the Edgar County Fair. On Saturday, July 27, fans were treated to a reminder of just how intense the event can be.
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On the afternoon of Tuesday, August 6, EMS personnel and firefighters were called to an address on Clinton Avenue following reports of a house fire. Many fire trucks and ambulances covered the yard …
When he’s not tending to swine for the family business, preparing for a 4-H show or learning at Ms. Holly’s House, Kade Ray, 9, is taking time to put together care packages for a blessing …
Wineology, located at 614 North Main Street in Paris, will have something for everyone age 21 and older on Saturday, Aug.10. More importantly, the proceeds from the event will all go to a …
Thirteen parks are spread throughout Paris, blessing the city with space for outdoor activities and amenities. Yet with plenty of options to choose from, the Paris Park Board can not cohesively agree …
Old North Main street home finds new life as an Airbnb thanks to local duo
Samantha Gonzalez and Jordan Wilken are building a new adventure in Paris.
The couple rebuilt a house from disarray into a cozy, welcoming Airbnb. With walls splashed with pink, blue and green, …
An Edgar County native is moving up the NCAA Division II head coaching ranks, accepting the top job at Lenoir-Rhyne University in Hickory, N.C.
Chrisman’s own Brent Owen – who still …
CHRISMAN — The Chrisman Leader, one of the last locally owned newspapers in Edgar County, is in the market for new ownership. Current owners Alice and Kyle Lientz broke the news shortly after 6 …
SPRINGFIELD – A local union is demanding the Illinois Department of Central Management Services (CMS) pay employees at the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) the wage increases …
The release of a toxicology report on Tuesday, July 30 by Edgar County Coroner Scott Barrett is shedding light on a fatal June 27 car accident.
Authorities responded to reports of a …
WOODYARD – More details surrounding a two-vehicle collision are beginning to emerge, including the identity of a man who passed away from injuries sustained in the crash. According to a …
The Paris city council chose to end its search for bids in favor of an emergency action to safely and swiftly repair erosion damage at West Twin Lake Park, near Twin Lakes Drive. The city elected to …
With the new school year quickly approaching, the talk of education grows every day. Teachers are getting lesson plans ready, parents are getting their children fresh school supplies and kids are …
