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As one of his final acts as Chrisman Mayor Dan Owen, right, presented a special certificate from the Illinois legislature to Chrisman Police Chief Tom Dolan, left. The certificate obtained by Rep. Adam Niemerg (R-Dieterich) honors Dolan, who was injured in the line of duty while responding to a domestic incident.
Chrisman City Council closing out projects
CHRISMAN — The Chrisman City Council met for the last time in its current configuration Monday, April 17. A new council moves into the chamber May 1 when the council reorganizes following … more
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Charity car show promises a fun time for a meaningful cause
Gearheads in Edgar County and the surrounding area are invited to Lake Ridge Christian Church Saturday, June 17, to showcase their rides for a noble cause. The Charity Car Show Benefiting Sandy … more
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Adult community volunteers were partnered with students during a special lunch Wednesday, Sept. 27, to begin another year of the PERK mentoring program in local schools.
PERK begins a new school year
  PERK (People Encouraging Remarkable Kids) started nine years ago to provide one-on-one mentoring to assist youth in developing positive social and behavioral skills, increased … more
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There will be a concession stand on the West Lake, Mike and Opal Hobson were approved to take the stand over by the City Council on Sept. 25, 2023.
New mural could come to Twin Lakes
Despite lingering winter weather, the Paris Park Board is firmly focused on the arrival of spring, and with it, new features and updates for several of Paris’ parks. One of the most … more
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White wooden signpost/ crossroads sign with three arrows - "support", "assistance", "guidance". ..
Resource hotline may come to Edgar County
Getting help for a problem can be a challenge as people attempt to find which agency or resource is the best choice. Earlier this year, the Paris 95 school district printed a massive resource … more
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$3.24 million in "unallowable" costs identified in Paris Superintendent case
After a team of FBI agents searched the home of Paris Union School District 95 Superintendant Jeremy Larson on Tuesday, June 13, the Illinois State Board of Education released a statement identifying … more
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Kalieb Gallagher, who is working towards his Eagle Scout, shovels gravel into the bottom of the a fence post hole before a new one is placed.
Gallagher works toward Eagle Scout
Local Boy Scout Kalieb Gallagher is attempting to obtain his Eagle Scout rank and his community service project is an improvement at Blackhawk Park. “I wanted to do something to better the … more
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Spending hours at night doing long exposures to capture celestial bodies is only part of the effort that makes astrophotography fascinating for Mark Killion. The other part is photo processing the images on a computer.
Killion looks farther than most
Retirement often allows a person to develop a new passion or expand a lifelong interest that took a backseat while working. Such is the case for Mark Killion who retired in 2017 as a structural … more
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New park board starts to spruce things up
With four new members (Andreanna Smith, Kelly Toon, Susan Barnes and Samantha Gonzalez) named to the Paris Park Board in August, the group is sporting a new look. The revamped board named new … more
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Police respond to accidental shooting
The Paris Police Department is investigating an accidental shooting that occurred over the weekend. Police Chief Terry Rogers said the department responded to the incident at approximately 4:24 a.m. … more
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Seventeen-year-old Aubrey Wilson joins the staff of The Prairie Press through Paris High School’s co-op program. Wilson is hopeful to strengthen her passion for writing and learn more about the behind-the-scenes process of a newspaper during her internship.
Welcoming Wilson to the Press
Paris high school student Aubrey Wilson has joined the staff at The Prairie Press as a part of the school’s co-op program offering students the chance to intern at local businesses and receive … more
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More details emerge about abandoned school fire in Paris
A pre-trial detention hearing for Daniel L. Henson, 24, of Paris offered additional information regarding a structure fire that razed the old Redmon School over the weekend. Henson appeared before … more
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Former “Shooters” location in downtown Paris demolished
Another derelict building on Paris’ town square is being demolished as of Monday, Dec. 4. Crews from Bell and Bell Demolition Inc. began their rapid disassembly of the building Monday morning … more
“Respect your law enforcement, support your law enforcement, know they’re there to protect and serve you,” Niemerg said.
Dilemma for law enforcement
A bill amending the Illinois Vehicle Code and placing a slew of restrictions on agents of the law was proposed Monday, Jan. 29. Representatives opposing the suggested changes say crimes will spike … more
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Edgar County and surrounding counties are behind the curve when it comes to having adequate and affordable internet.
Better connections could be on their way to rural areas
Rural areas, including Edgar County, have long needed more reliable and affordable internet connections, a recent release of funds could see those needs met across the state if businesses and … more
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Brocton gets $1 million block grant
BROCTON — He did not break into a happy dance at the village board meeting, but Brocton Mayor Chad Dudley said he was nearly doing backflips when a call from Gov. JB Pritzker’s office … more
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Noble pleads guilty, sentenced to prison for fight behind Wenz School
One of the two men accused of the Aug. 15 altercation behind Carolyn Wenz School that included the discharge of a firearm is prison bound. Alex M. Noble and Tyge A. Hissem were arrested and … more
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Hume’s United Methodist Church building was built in 1883 and served as a place of worship for generations until June of 2023 when the church held its final service. The grand building will be demolished by the remaining members of the church later this year.
Generations of believers Say goodbye, Hume church closes its doors
HUME – The village of Hume celebrates 150 years this summer, but not every structure inside of the community has been able to stand the test of time. Hume’s United Methodist Church (HUMC) … more
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Members of the Paris Elks Lodge #812 present Robert “Doc” Sprague with a plaque recognizing his 77 years of service to the Elks. Left to right are, Left to right are, Chad Stevens, Al Speicher, Ray Korte, Jim Cooper, Don Humphrey, Greg Irwin and Sprague, seated.
Sprague receives recognition
Robert “Doc” Sprague has called Paris home for nearly a century. Sprague was born Jan. 14, 1927, in Paris and grew up here. He graduated from Paris High School and went to the … more
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PFD battles three fires this weekend
Saturday, Feb. 3 and Sunday, Feb. 4 were busy for the Paris Fire Department, with firefighters responding to three different fires over the weekend. Paris Fire Department Fire Chief Chad … more
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