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“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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Each school art teacher created a display specific to their students’ artwork, and vied for the Best Overall School Display award. This grouping of artwork is by Crestwood Jr. High.
Link Gallery celebrates student art winners with reception
About 50 local students and their family members were in attendance at the Link Gallery on Sunday, April 21, for Student Art Show 2024, showcasing the best talent of Edgar County for the year.  … 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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For any vendor or entrepreneur setting up for the Honeybee Festival in Paris this year, you will have a healthy support network at your fingertips.
Kiwanis Club planning kicks up for Honeybee Festival
For any vendor or entrepreneur setting up for the Honeybee Festival in Paris this year, you will have a healthy support network at your fingertips. The Honeybee Festival is the annual fall … more
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Paris City Council and the Park Board will split the cost of the desperately needed mini golf course renovation at Twin Lakes Park. The turf on the golf course has fallen into disrepair after years of heavy use and exposure to the elements.
New bathrooms, mini golf repairs discussed by Paris Park Board
A complete rebuild of the bathrooms at Twin Lakes Park in Paris is in the works, and more importantly, is making progress toward completion. The Paris Park Board discussed the project during its … 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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Courthouse masonry work may cost more than $200,000
The condition of the masonry features of the Edgar County Courthouse roof is concerning, but it is perhaps not as bad as first feared. Architect Michael Fries of Klingner Associates discussed … more
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The Silvertones reunited for one last time in a tribute concert to founding member the late Ron Reed, whose picture and guitar sit in front, and all other musicians who have passed away. Pictured left to right are, Brad Rollings, Jim Walls, Jim Taylor, Don Reed, Lonnie Davidson, Bill Hudson, Randy Rhoads and Elmer Snoke.
Silvertones pack the West Lake Park for one last concert.
The Silvertones rocked the stage at the Spicer Pavilion to a crowd of more than 1000 in their final concert. The performance was a tribute to the late Ron Reed and all the other local musicians … more
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Townships looking for road help
Adjusting to change can be difficult and expensive. Paris Township Road Commissioner Chuck Wooten expressed concern about equipment changes at the Edgar County Highway Department during the … more
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Kelsie Dosch is crowned the 2023 Miss Edgar County Fair by Caroline Smith who had the honor of serving as the fair queen for 2022.
Dosch is new Edgar County fair queen
The tradition of crowning both a Little Miss and a Miss Edgar County continued at the 64th annual Edgar County Fair Pageant.  The exciting evening, July 23, began with a dance number … more
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Following in his parents’ footsteps, Logan Gerberding stands in his fire gear beside the Hume Fire Engine. Gerberding, a Shiloh High School student, recently finished the Illinois Fire Institute’s Explorer Fire School and wants continue his education toward a full-time firefighting job.
Local teen dreams of being a firefighter
HUME – Fifteen-year-old Logan Gerberding, Hume, wants to be a full-time firefighter. Until he is old enough, he is doing all he can to prepare. Gerberding is a Hume junior firefighter and … more
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Paris on the Rise sets goals
After months of deliberation, a local group of business owners, community leaders and concerned citizens settled on a new identity, hoping to attract more involvement from their fellow Parisians. The … more
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Senator Chapin Rose (R-Mahomet), left, presents an Illinois Senate Proclamation honoring the Village of Hume for its sesquicentennial. Village president Seth Eads, right, accepts the proclamation on behalf of the community.
Hume sesquicentennial is success, marks end of F3 Festival after 17 years
HUME — The Hume F3 Festival is going out on a high note. F3, or Fun Cubed for those who are math inclined, ends after putting together a sesquicentennial event for the village that drew a … more
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New bridges are on the horizon, maybe
Edgar County Board members finally got some welcome news after setbacks on expenses for the courthouse work. County highway engineer Aaron Lawson told board members the state awarded the county … more
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County gets clean audit
Edgar County’s financial health looked good as of the 2023 audit. “You got a clean audit opinion,” auditor Josh Faivre of Wipfli told county board members during a phone call … more
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This pile of debris is all that is left of the derelict building at 524 Prairie Street, Paris. Bell & Bell Demolition dropped the building during the morning of Wednesday, Aug. 16. Trucking away the remains is the next part of the project. The property on Prairie is the first of five buildings Bell & Bell has contracted with the city to demolish.
Another one bites the dust
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