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Embracing change, honoring the past
PARIS—Nov. 29, marks the start of a new era for The Prairie Press. A little more than 10 years after its first edition, the publication is making major changes to its print schedule and format. … more
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Shop With A Cop returns for 32nd year
PARIS – Several signs point to the arrival of the holiday season: carols playing in retailers, wreaths hanging on doors and the arrival of snow. In Paris, it’s hard to imagine the arrival … more
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Wastewater plant funding search delayed
CHRISMAN—The Chrisman City Council learned of further delays to its wastewater treatment plant project during its Monday, Nov. 18 meeting. The group also discussed a potential pivot for the … more
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Chrisman Elementary School
Chrisman parents demand action
CHRISMAN—During a recent Chrisman Board of Education meeting on Nov. 18, a large group of parents voiced concerns about the safety and well-being of their children in classrooms and schools, … more
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From left to right, capital campaign co-chair Steve Benefiel, executive director Erin Hutchison, and capital campaign co-chair Drew Griffin pose inside what will soon be a fully renovated natatorium at The Rec Center in Paris. Thanks to a freshly approved permit from the Illinois Department of Health, renovations on the long-planned project will begin after Thanksgiving.
Rec Center secures pool permit
PARIS—“It is rock n’ roll time,” Executive Director of The Rec Center Erin Hutchison told a Prairie Press reporter on Nov. 20. In her hands, she held a permit from the … more
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Effective Dec. 1, 2024, the Edgar County Housing Authority will open its new Administration Office, located at 230 S High Street in Paris.
Edgar County Housing Authority moves locations, opens up applications
Effective Dec. 1, 2024, the Edgar County Housing Authority will open its new Administration Office, located at 230 S High Street in Paris. They will also be extending their hours of operation by … more
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Edgar County schools receive report card data
At the end of October, the Illinois State Board of Education released its 2024 report card for Illinois schools. The annual report cards summarize how each school is progressing on a wide range of … more
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Expecting the best
The Paris Lady Tiger basketball season is off to a flying start, led by three returning seniors and underclassmen who gained valuable experience last season. Coach Dave Tingley said there were … more
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CUSD #4 debates tax levy
PARIS—After a vehicle ran into a portion of the fence at Crestwood School on Sept. 19, obvious repairs to the barrier were needed. During the CUSD #4 Board of Education’s meeting on … more
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Poole still deemed unfit for jury trial in murder case, discharge hearing to be set
Publisher’s note: This is an evolving story. The Prairie Press will provide additional updates as they become available. All suspects are presumed innocent until proven guilty beyond a … more
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Local woman in custody after alleged attempt to poison husband, child
Publisher’s note: This is an evolving story. The Prairie Press will provide additional updates as they become available. All suspects are presumed innocent until proven guilty beyond a … more
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Paris 95 slashes expenditures
PARIS – A lot can change in a year. In fiscal year 2023, Paris Union School District 95 earned a 2.65 out of four on its Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) Financial Profile … more
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EnerStar board names Angela Griffin new CEO
PARIS—After a nationwide search, the EnerStar Electric Cooperative board of directors has appointed Angela Griffin as the next Chief Executive Officer. She will succeed Dave Clinton, who is … more
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Hume village board tackles key issues, approves several measures
HUME—The village of Hume convened for their regular monthly meeting on Monday, Nov. 11. A broad range of issues affecting the community were discussed. Among the main topics were internet … more
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Servicemen and women, active and retired military officers, a school band, a Boy Scout troop and dozens of citizens gathered at the War Memorial on the Edgar County Courthouse Square around 11 a.m. on Monday, Nov. 11. This unique group of people gathered to honor and respect those who paid the ultimate sacrifice on Veterans Day by participating in a ceremony, including a moment of silence.
Edgar County honors veterans
PARIS—Monday, Nov. 11 offered some Edgar County residents a rare, three-day weekend with autumnal weather and much-needed rays of sunshine. But, for others, the brisk November day served as an … more
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Bee Well prepares for holiday season
PARIS—The latest Bee Well meeting brought together local leaders, health professionals, educators and volunteers from various organizations to discuss ongoing projects, share updates and plan … more
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Mobile police camera coming to Paris
PARIS—During a regular, scheduled Paris city council agenda meeting on Nov. 6, Mayor Craig Smith reminded all attendees and board members that the regular city council meeting will be delayed … more
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Paris park board discusses memorials, holiday events
PARIS—The Paris Park Board recently received donations in memory of two Paris residents. The funds and subsequent plans to utilize them in one of the 13 different city parks were discussed … more
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Lindsey Franz created a fun, interactive cookbook that is geared towards kids. The cookbook, titled Bitsy Bakers, features activity pages with each recipe. The book can be purchased directly through Franz or at Chrisman Public Library.
Chrisman local designs interactive children’s cookbook
If you’ve ever tried to wrangle a toddler or young child in the kitchen, you know it’s no easy task. Imagine turning that culinary chaos into an entertaining, educational experience, … more
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Edgar County chips away at proposed tax levy increase
PARIS – Efforts to reduce an incoming tax levy hike in Edgar County have proven successful, but local residents will likely still see an increase in their tax bill in 2025. During a … more
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