Paul Osborne is the editor and publisher of the Decatur Tribune and the former mayor of Decatur. His work includes his weekly contribution to the City's history with his "Scrapbook" section in the Tribune. This section helps the reader to understand the people, places, and past events that make the City of Decatur's history. He was also instrumental in placing the City's historical architecture to the forefront. Through his efforts, Paul secured the funding, design, and city approval for a new Central Park fountain. In addition, he has made the conservation and renovation of the Decatur's iconic symbol, The Transfer House, one of his primary missions. This dedication has resulted in the total renovation to the Transfer House's exterior.

Through his position as editor and publisher of the Decatur Tribune, he has promoted many humanities events held in Decatur. Specifically, he has been instrumental in promoting Abraham Lincoln's connection to Decatur, which led to its recognition as an Illinois Main Street Award winner in 2008 for its "Shadows of Lincoln" event. He has also worked with the Macon County History Museum and its director, Pat McDaniel, to promote Decatur's history through the Museum's many exhibits, providing Mr. McDaniel many source materials used in those exhibits.

Mayor Michael T. McElroy praised Osborne for his "tireless" efforts promoting the humanities, noting the Osborne epitomizes "the positive spirit of the City of Decatur."