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Students across Edgar County, ranging from second to 12th grade, were recognized by their principals at a Thursday morning breakfast April 18 for outstanding students. The event was hosted by the Illinois Principals Association.
Edgar County students recognized
The Illinois Principals’ Association held a breakfast for Edgar County’s outstanding students April 18, recognizing students in elementary, junior high and high school classes across the … more
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Park board considers adding disc golf course
It is far from a done deal, but the Paris Park Board is showing initial support for the idea of creating a disc golf course. “It is the second fastest growing sport in America,” said … more
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Marshall City Band concert is June 26
The Marshall City Band is in concert 8 p.m. Friday, June 26, on the Clark County Courthouse lawn. Selections for the evening include: “Lassus Trombone,” “The Lion King, Circle of … more
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Paris 95 places Larson on leave
After a relatively quiet week, more information concerning District 95 Superintendent of Schools Jeremy Larson is now available. According to a letter distributed to The Prairie Press and signed … more
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The board addressed several business items and, most notably, approved the purchase of a new vehicle for the Chrisman Police Department.
Theft charges brought against Paris woman
A Paris woman appeared in Vigo County Court facing level five felony charges of theft and fraud on Dec. 4. Jody Quinn, 60, was arrested while at Walmart by Edgar County Police on Nov. 29 on an … more
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The Paris Rec Center has been moving to change its fitness center hours for a while now, but with new updates to the security system, 24-hour access is finally available.
Rec moving to 24 hours
The Paris Rec Center has been moving to change its fitness center hours for a while now, but with new updates to the security system, 24-hour access is finally available. The change has been … more
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Rescue Me, Clifford is done, lack of volunteers forced closing
Rescue Me, Clifford was a dog rescue organization that operated from Oct. 1, 2011, to Jan. 2, 2023. The organization was started by Marilyn Frey, Roberta Shilver and Penny Cannady after Shilver … 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.
Concessions coming to West Lake Park
The weather in Edgar County is warming up, and with the sunshine and temperature spike comes the desire of residents to get outdoors and find something to do. Good news for those who are eager came … more
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Paris joins Discover Downstate Illinois
SWANSEA — The state’s largest tourism bureau has added another community to its 21-county coverage area. The City of Paris has joined Discover Downstate Illinois effective July 1, making … more
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Paris 95 names new Memorial principal
After more than a month of searching, Paris Union School District 95 found its new principal for Memorial Elementary School. Lucy Tarr begins her tenure as principal Aug. 1. In a special meeting … more
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Flock cameras already assisting local law enforcement
Only a few short months after installing Flock cameras throughout Paris, local law enforcement is already putting them to good use. The Flock cameras, a form of automatic license plate readers … more
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Local State Farm agent Terry Elston, left, recently provided a $500 donation to coach Dave Tingley, right, and the Paris High School girls basketball team.
Local insurance agent equips Tigers for success
The Paris girls’ varsity basketball team is once again set to participate in the 44th annual State Farm Holiday Classic in Bloomington-Normal. This year’s tournament, one of the largest … more
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Harvest house is closing its food pantry due to health issues.
Harvest House closes its doors
Harvest House, a non-profit located in the former HRC building at 118 East Court Street in downtown Paris, is closing its food pantry. The news first broke on the Harvest House Facebook page and was … more
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The Chrisman Board is undecided on how to handle $11,000 in unpaid water bills, after an ownership change at a local apartment complex left affairs in limbo.
Chrisman Board hears about abandoned vehicles, water bills
The Chrisman Board is undecided on how to handle $11,000 in unpaid water bills, after an ownership change at a local apartment complex left affairs in limbo. The Chrisman Board held its regular … more
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A six-week process exists to become a bus driver, and that includes obtaining a CDL, passing a written test and working with an instructor and driving a set number of hours.
Kansas BOE OKs school improvement plans
KANSAS— The Kansas BOE took a couple of extra minutes Wednesday, April 17, to fit in a meeting, for Waiver of School Code. The board OK’d waiving school code on a five percent limit … more
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County board inks contract for elevator design
Another improvement project for the Edgar County Courthouse is advancing. The county board authorized chairman Jeff Voigt to sign a $43,500 contract with Klingner Associates to create the … more
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Rec Center staff stand in front of the safety railing installed around the facility’s pool earlier this week. Pictured from left to right are Executive Director Erin Hutchison, Program Director Whitney Haase, Membership Team Leader Kelly Nicholson and team member Camille Scott.
Contractors begin work to restore the Rec’s historic pool
For years, the Rec Center has served as a hub for fitness classes, youth programs, athletics and active lifestyles for Edgar County residents, but something was missing. Formerly an aquatics … more
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The Kansas Police Department added a new officer during the Wednesday, April 5, village board meeting. Kacee Nicholson, left, is congratulated by Kansas Police Chief John Clough after taking the oath of office. Nicholson starts training at the police academy May 1 and through an agreement with the Kansas Community Unit School District #3 and the Treatment and Learning Center will spend most of her time as a school resource officer in the two buildings.
Kansas hires school resource officer
KANSAS — A partnership between the Village of Kansas, Kansas Community Unit School District #3 and the Treatment and Learning Center (TLC) resulted in the Kansas Police Department hiring a new … more
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Adams memorials donates stone for sculpture memorial
Howard Tyler of Adams Memorials arranged a donation for a special dedication stone for use at the Eiffel Tower sculpture in Kiwanis Park. The stone notes the sculpture created by local metal artist … more
Glick has most of the original pieces of the carousel and is happily keeping it in Edgar County.
Remembering Paris’ first carousel
Many remember the carousel at Twin Lakes Park, it was a popular ride that delighted kids for many years. But it was not the first carousel the park had.  A carousel dating between 1898 and … more
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