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Community plans children’s show
The Paris Community Theater is planning three productions during 2019 —including a children’s show, according to Tanner Laughlin, one of the directors of the group. “We’re excited to … more
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Court will sustain charges
The felony prosecution of Justin Hefner cleared another hurdle Monday, Jan. 14. Hefner, 41, of Terre Haute, Ind., and formerly of Paris, appeared in custody for the preliminary hearing to … more
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New officer continues tradition
A grandfather’s influence helped shape Brice Cannon’s career choices. “My grandfather was sheriff of Wayne County for 22 years,” said Cannon, who is the newest member of the Paris Police … more
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Henness announces retirement
Paris Police Chief Mike Henness is preparing to retire. The city council reluctantly accepted his retirement letter during the Monday, Jan. 14, meeting. “It is with regret that we take this … more
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Chrisman school district at top of financial standing
CHRISMAN – Sitting on healthy cash reserves and without debt, the Chrisman Community Unit School District received a 4.0 rating for financial recognition status by the Illinois State Board of … more
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Alternative education
A new Paris Union School District 95 program is providing 18 teenagers a pathway to receive their high school diplomas — by computer. The program currently has students in middle school through … more
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Hasten retained as Unit 3 interim superintendent
KANSAS – John Hasten will once again lead Kansas Community School District 3. Following a closed session at the regular school board meeting Wednesday, Jan. 16, board members voted to re-employ … more
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Mystery contamination
Paris firefighters along with city street and sewer workers were busy during the late afternoon Wednesday, Jan. 16, with an emergency situation to contain a contamination spill in a small, unnamed … more
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Brocton trustees cautious about renewing water service
BROCTON – A intermittent resident of Brocton has asked for resumption of water service at her residence, despite an unpaid bill from a previous stay. Village president Dennis Cary presented a … more
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Fire damages Paris Family Restaurant
An early evening fire Jan. 5 has temporarily put the Paris Family Restaurant out of service. “The area of origin was around the broiler,” said Paris Fire Chief Brian Gates, adding the state … more
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Court getting back into action after the holidays
The following individuals appeared before the bench for the Jan. 3 criminal and traffic call in Edgar County Circuit Court: In custody -Jacob D. Augustus, 25, Paris, appeared in custody and … more
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Hefner fit for trial
According to the professionals, Justin Hefner is now capable of standing trial. Hefner, 41, Terre Haute, Ind., and formerly of Paris, appeared in custody during the Jan. 10 criminal and traffic … more
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Conflagration destroys Buck Township barn
A barn near the intersection of 1200th Road and 800th Street in Bucks Township was destroyed by fire Tuesday, Jan. 8. Paris Fire Chief Brian Gates said winds of 35 mph pushed the flames and … more
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Crestwood School sixth, seventh and eighth graders meet within their groups called families during Monday’s first Crestwood Cares workshop in the school gym. The workshop, designed by principal Dan Lynch assisted by faculty and staff, is similar to the Challenge Day held in the past at Paris High School.
Compassion gets its day
Crestwood Junior High students participated in a daylong social and emotional workshop Monday, Jan. 7, designed to create more empathy among students and staff. Crestwood Cares, similar to the … more
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County reluctantly accepts arbitrator’s union decision
Edgar County Board members did not like all of the findings from the arbitrator who heard the contract dispute between the county and the union representing the Edgar County deputy sheriffs, but … more
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Fair queen Kierstyn Allen competing
The Miss Illinois County Fair competition is Jan. 17-20 at the Crowne Plaza in Springfield, and Kierstyn Allen, Miss Edgar County Fair, will be in the thick of it. Allen is making the trip to … more
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Mixed bag of topics at county board meeting
A variety of issues were before the Edgar County Board during the Wednesday, Jan. 9, meeting. Motor Fuel Tax The board passed two resolutions approving the use of Motor Fuel Tax by the Edgar … more
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Chrisman getting serious about animal control
CHRISMAN – Recent complaints to the Chrisman City Council about dogs roaming at large and wandering chickens have prompted the commissioners to action. City attorney Robert Morris discussed the … more
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Wear Red Luncheon set Feb. 1
Horizon Health welcomes the community to attend the sixth annual “Wear Red Luncheon” noon Friday, Feb. 1, at Café France. All community women are invited to bring their sisters, daughters, … more
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he pack at the home of Hellie and Craig Smith of Paris includes homeless, abused and injured dogs who received a second lease on life. Smith, at right, and her sister, Cherie Bibo, are surrounded. The 10th annual Cause for Paws wine tasting event at the Paris KC Hall is set from 6-8 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 26, to benefit Paul Warner Rescue. Tickets are available in advance from volunteers as well as the Prairie Press office.
Save dogs and sip wine
The 10th annual Cause for Paws wine tasting event and silent auction event will once again raise important funds for the Paul Warner Animal Rescue to help sick, injured and homeless dogs. The … more
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