LOYAL. LOCAL. COMPLETE.
The Prairie Press, created in 2014, proudly serves the communities of Edgar County, Illinois, delivering trusted local news, features and community coverage that keeps residents informed and connected. As a weekly publication released every Friday, our newspaper is dedicated to telling the stories that matter most to the people who live, work and raise their families here.
Guided by our motto — Local. Loyal. Complete. — The Prairie Press is committed to providing thorough and reliable coverage of life in Edgar County. Our goal is to ensure readers have access to the information that impacts their daily lives.
We believe local journalism plays a vital role in strengthening communities. The Prairie Press celebrates the people who make Edgar County a special place to call home. Our reporting also helps promote transparency, accountability and civic engagement throughout the county.
In addition to news coverage, we take pride in documenting the moments and events that bring our communities together. These stories help preserve the shared history and character of Edgar County for generations to come.
At its heart, The Prairie Press is a community newspaper built around the people it serves. We are grateful for the continued support of our readers, subscribers, advertisers and community partners who help make local journalism possible.
The Prairie Press is owned by Donald Bartos and Bernard Lueken.