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Thanks where it is due
As we get into the Christmas season it is a fitting time to honor those who make contributions but rarely get recognition. Topping the list this year are the Paris city workers who scrambled Nov. … more
Cases in the Edgar County Circuit Court
Individuals appearing before the bench for the Nov. 25 criminal and traffic call in Edgar County Circuit Court included: In Custody -Dustin C. Craig, 39, Paris, appeared in custody. His … more
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Hefner sentencing is delayed
The Thursday, Dec. 5, sentencing hearing for Justin Hefner spun for a period of time on a legal question and at the end the defendant asked for a continuance for more time to talk with public … more
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Christmas basket needs volunteers
It is getting down to crunch time for the Community Nurse Christmas Basket program and chairman Scott Barrett has concerns. “This year seems to be different than every other year,” said … more
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Chrisman creates new job
CHRISMAN – The City of Chrisman now has a public works supervisor position. Council members discussed creating the new position during an executive session at the regular city meeting Monday, … more
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State Scholars revealed
Several Edgar and Clark County seniors have been selected as Illinois State Scholars, according to an announcement made this week by the Illinois Student Assistance Commission. Illinois State … more
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Guns and Hoses game is Dec. 14
The annual Guns and Hoses Basketball extravaganza is 5:30 p.m. Dec. 14 in Eveland Gym. Lovers of spirited, if not smooth, basketball skills are in for a fun evening with a grudge match between … more
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Titans fall to Paris JV
The second week of action in the Paris Junior League basketball offered some tight games. Games are played on Sundays beginning at 12:30 p.m. at Eveland … more
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Hawkins gets 20 years for Class X felony conviction
A Paris resident will be spending many years in prison for violating one of the most serious felony drug laws in Illinois. Owen D. Hawkins, 36, Paris, was sentenced Nov. 14 on a Class X felony … more
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Randy Turner handles a red-hot glass bowl while his wife and assistant, Joy, mans the furnace doors with a long hook. The Turners have been creating glass art in their studio for 12 years and are thrilled with the community’s response to their open house demonstrations.
Christmas joy at Larkfield
Historically, glassblowing has been a secretive art, built on tradition and carefully guarded techniques. In some ways, it has changed little since its inception in ancient Syria. The basic tools … more
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County passes a $10 million 2020 budget
The Edgar County Board passed a $10 million budget at the Wednesday, Nov. 27, meeting. The new fiscal year starts Sunday, Dec. 1. Of the $10.499 million in revenue, the county is anticipating $3.6 … more
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Ambulance engine problem solved
CHRISMAN – Recurring engine failure with one of the Northern Edgar County Ambulance Service’s ambulances resulted in the need for four engines in two years. The most recent engine failed with … more
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Airport improvement project completed
An often-delayed improvement project at the Edgar County Airport concluded Monday, Nov. 25. Workers from Feutz Construction were finishing a large concrete pour on the apron and pouring a smaller … more
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Jail gets a small reprieve
he cellblocks in the Edgar County Jail are empty and have been for several days, but the jail is not officially closed. Action to close the jail was tabled at the Wednesday, Nov. 27, Edgar County … more
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Elks donate to support charities
Christmas came early for several charitable organizations doing good work in Edgar County. The Paris Elks Club #812 met Tuesday, Nov. 19, at the American Legion Post for the annual giving of … more
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Edgar County Circuit Court
Individuals appearing before the bench for the Nov. 14 criminal and traffic call in Edgar County Circuit Court included: In custody -John A. Fasig, 49, Martinsville, appeared in custody, waived … more
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Rose recommends Burns to task force
Springfield, IL – A local non-profit leader will now have a major voice in improving how non-profit organizations work with state government. John Burns was appointed to the “Task Force on State … more
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New capital bill is boon for Downstate
Senator Chapin Rose (R-Mahomet) was pleased to deliver some good news from Springfield for a change. Rose was in Paris Thursday, Nov. 21, to announce changes in Motor Fuel Tax (MFT) payments and a … more
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Memorial Holiday Bazaar benefits kids
This is a case where one shopping trip makes another round of shopping possible. The 15th Annual Memorial Elementary Holiday Bazaar is 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Dec. 7 at the school. Gifts purchased at this … more
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This rendering shows a possibility for how the interior of Tiger Senior Apartments might be finished.
Great day for Paris seniors
With apologies to the Beatles, it has been a long and winding road getting work started on the Tiger Senior Apartments. Local and state officials gathered Thursday, Nov. 21, in the cafeteria of … more
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