The Prairie Press

08/21/2025

Update: corrected schedules have been printed and attached to this week’s newspaper.

It was brought to my attention this evening that the sports schedules that were printed in this week's newspaper are not the correct versions. Please see the corrections below in this post. I will be printing the corrected schedules in next week's newspaper. If you have purchased this week's newspaper please note the schedules will be corrected in next week's newspaper. Also, if you receive a digital version of the newspaper then a corrected link has been emailed out to you.

08/19/2025

📣 This Week’s Feature Story!
Don’t miss our spotlight feature in this week’s edition of The Prairie Press! Along with the full story, we’re also including the Edwards County High School Volleyball and Football Schedules so you can follow the Lions all season long. 🏐🏈

Pick up your copy today and stay connected with the latest in Edwards County news, sports, and community highlights.

We couldn't do it without our lead sponsors!
Kelli Savage - Country Financial
Albion Equipment Company
Citizens National Bank of Albion
Wabash General Hospital
Country Home Processing
Rigg FamilyCare Pharmacy

08/18/2025

New in The Prairie Press!
Starting this week, I'm teaming up with the Albion Police Department to bring you a brand-new section focused on community and personal safety.

From avoiding scam calls to roadway rules for cars, bicycles, and even lawnmowers, this weekly column will give practical advice, highlight important ordinances, and share tips to keep our community informed and safe.

This week’s feature: How to Protect Yourself from Spam and Scam Calls. Don’t miss it in this week’s edition of The Prairie Press!

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08/12/2025

This Week’s Paper is Packed with Local Happenings!
Stay connected to what’s going on in our community from events and milestones to hometown stories that matter.
Submit your community news for FREE and be part of the conversation!
THANK YOU to our lead sponsors who make this possible:
🌟 Kelli Savage – COUNTRY Financial
🌟 Albion Equipment Company
🌟 Citizens National Bank of Albion
🌟 Country Home Processing
🌟 Riggs FamilyCare Pharmacy
🌟 Wabash General Hospital
Your news. Your neighbors. Your newspaper. ❤️

08/11/2025

Such a JOY to receive these little notes.

08/05/2025

📰✨ News from The Prairie Press! ✨📰

We’re proud to welcome Rigg FamilyCare Pharmacy as our newest lead sponsor of The Prairie Press!

Partnering with essential local businesses like Rigg FamilyCare Pharmacy helps us continue telling the stories that matter here in Edwards County. In small towns, trusted healthcare and trusted news are cornerstones of a strong community and we’re honored to team up with a business that is “Caring for you and about you.”

Thank you to Eric S. Rigg, Pharmacist, and the entire team at Rigg FamilyCare for supporting independent, local journalism. Your sponsorship helps keep The Prairie Press in the hands of readers who care about their community.

Supporting local businesses means supporting your hometown newspaper.

08/05/2025

This week's feature story is a special one! Stories like this are why I started this small, rural newspaper. You won't want to miss grabbing your copy. You can purchase The Prairie Press at one of the following businesses. The Lumberyard, Country Spirits & Liquor, West Salem Casey's General Store, Albion Equipment Company, Edwards County Senior Center Albion, Illinois, Citizens National Bank of Albion, Colyer Coffee House, Albion 66, Country Home Processing, K's on Main, Kelli Savage - Country Financial, Rigg FamilyCare Pharmacy, Greathouse Grazing Acres, and Albion Casey's General Store!

08/04/2025

Albion City Council Meeting – TONIGHT at 7:00 PM
Because today is August 4, we’re sharing the agenda here to help keep our community informed. 🏛️

🗓 Monday, August 4, 2025
🕖 7:00 PM
📍 Albion City Hall

Meeting Agenda Includes:

Approval of July 7 minutes & bills payable

Monthly reports from city departments & the Albion Volunteer Fire Department

Visitors on Business:
• Kristi McLaren, Kemper CPA
• Scott Meserola – Fire truck valve purchase
• Albion Chamber – Boo on the Bricks & Christmas Parade
• Solar On Earth – Community Solar Power presentation

Old Business:

230 North 2nd Street property

Phil White de-annexation request

Department Reports:
Street & Alley, Water & Sewer, Public Safety, Ordinances, Employee Relations, and more

Ward & Official Reports:
Updates from City Attorney, Mayor, and Treasurer

The full agenda will also appear in this week’s issue of The Prairie Press.

📰 Stay engaged. Stay informed.

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08/03/2025

For sale! Call Tom Hortin at 618-302-0525
Farmall Super M-TA (Serious buyers only)

07/29/2025

Get your copy for only $1 and stay connected!

07/28/2025

SPONSOR SPOTLIGHT + FAIR WEEK HUSTLE!

We’re proud to share that Albion Equipment Company continues to support The Prairie Press as a lead sponsor! ...And we’re so grateful to have them in our farm community! Be sure to check out their ad in this week’s edition promoting combine inspections, (schedule yours early and avoid costly downtime before fall harvest).

Don’t miss all the Edwards County Fair coverage! I’ve been up early this morning filling pages with photos, results, and the kind of local stories that make this community so special. This edition is packed and you won’t want to miss it!

Grab your copy of The Prairie Press tomorrow afternoon and help us celebrate everything that makes rural life shine.

07/16/2025

It's so rewarding hearing messages like this. This afternoon an 89 year old farm girl, named Belva Taite stopped in my office to pick up a copy of the paper. She wanted to tell me how good of a job I'm doing and that I am helping keep her connected to the community. I just love knowing I am making a difference for some!

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