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Deadly asteroid changed life’s evolution
The remnants of a mass killer may be hidden away in Paris. Charlie Glick owns a meteorite that some scientists say could possibly be a part of the giant asteroid that crashed into the Earth … more
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Meth arrests follow drug raid
Officers from the Paris Police Department and the Edgar County Sheriff’s Department executed a search warrant at approximately 11:23 a.m. Tuesday, March 5, at the Super 8 Motel, Paris. The … more
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Edgar County now has 14 confirmed hepatitis A cases
Edgar County is part of the statewide breakout of hepatitis A The Edgar County Health Department confirmed Tuesday, March 5, 14 cases of hepatitis A were identified in the county by the end of … more
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Cases appearing in circuit court
Individuals appearing before the bench for the Feb. 25 and Feb. 28 traffic and criminal court calls in Edgar County Circuit Court included: In Custody -Michael P. Griffin, 38, Paris, appeared … more
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Paris mayor speaks at state conference
SPRINGFIELD – Mayor Craig Smith spoke Thursday, March 7, at the 30th Annual Rural Community Economic Development Conference in Springfield. The 2019 Conference highlights efforts to increase the … more
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Scott waives preliminary hearing in murder case
MARSHALL – An Indiana man facing murder charges in Clark County appeared in court again Monday, March 4. Connor Scott, 24, Danville, Ind., was in custody for a scheduled preliminary hearing into … more
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This object has all the telltale signs of being a meteorite: fusion crust caused by the outer layer melting as a result of friction with the atmosphere; regmaglypts, which are small depressions in the surface like thumbprints in wet clay; density, at more than seven pounds it is heavier than common rocks of the same dimensions; it is magnetic because of the iron-nickle composition. Meteorites are divided into three main categories with further subdivisions depending on a variety of factors. Charlie Glick plans to arrange for scientific testing to learn more about this visitor from outer space.
Mystery meteorite
Antique auto dealers across the U.S. know Charlie Glick. That’s his specialty – antique autos that date back to the 1920s and earlier. He’s also a collector of World War I and World War II … more
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April election is quickly approaching
The April 2 Consolidated Election is the one that determines the most local of government representation with city, village and school boards on the ballot. A story listing candidates for the … more
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Ready, set, grow
The Bee Well Coalition finally had some good news regarding a new community garden site on Union Street. Warren Sperry reported meeting with Prospect Bank officials and being assured the garden … more
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Chrisman turns the tap
CHRISMAN – The plan to build a pipeline between Paris and Chrisman for the sale of water cleared another hurdle Monday, March 4. Andy Keiser of Fehr Graham Engineering & Environmental presented … more
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Law enforcers object to cutback to only one license plate
SPRINGFIELD — Illinois law enforcement groups want to pump the brakes on proposed legislation that would do away with a requirement that Illinois cars display a front license plate. A bill … more
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Cases move through circuit court
The following cases made an appearance during the Feb. 21 criminal and traffic call in Edgar County Circuit Court. In custody -Scott D. Labaume, 37, Paris, appeared in custody and was charged … more
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CARE announces drug take back day
The Community Addiction Response and Education (CARE) coalition is partnering again with Prospect Bank for a drug take back day. Scheduled for Earth Day, April 22, representatives of the CARE … more
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Paris resident and world-renowned honeybee expert Gene Killion is helping novice beekeeper Matt Sanchez, right, with an apiary Sanchez established at the Sawgrass Marriott resort in Florida. The apiary has evolved into a micro farm providing the resort kitchen with fresh vegetables and eggs in addition to locally sourced honey. Sanchez is a Marriott chef.
Gene Killion honored
Most people are likely unaware of the century local residents the late Carl Killion and his son, Eugene, devoted to the care of honeybees and honey production; but in the world of beekeeping, the two … more
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Ambulance service continues to struggle
CHRISMAN – Members of the Northern Edgar County Ambulance Service (NECAS) board have an unenviable position as they grapple with how to keep the service viable. NECAS provides emergency … more
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County board zeroing in on ambulance contract
Ambulance service is on the minds of many local people. The Edgar County Board is trying to finalize bid specifications for the special service area of Hunter, Stratton, Elbridge, Symmes, … more
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Park board OKs Shakespeare in the Park
Shakespeare in the Park returns this summer to Twin Lakes Park. The Paris Park Board met Tuesday, Feb. 26, and approved a request from the Paris Public Library to once again host an appearance by … more
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Designating local history
Mayor Craig Smith reported during the Monday, Feb. 25, city council session that both the former Paris High School building on South Main Street and Eveland Gym are under consideration for the … more
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Keller gets prison time
Failing to live up to the terms of his original sentence is costing Ty M. Keller two years of freedom. Keller, 24, Paris, appeared for the Feb. 11 criminal and traffic call in Edgar County Circuit … more
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4-H kids turning bottle caps into benches
Plastic is everywhere and used in everything, especially for what most consumers find the annoying and excessive packaging around single items. It is becoming a serious problem since the material … more
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