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Latest LCDHD Restaurant & Retail Inspections

Tuesday, November 25 by Zac Oakes

We have the latest retail and restaurant inspections report from the Lake Cumberland District Health Department. Paula’s at Creelsboro – 100 percent – OK to open Java Springs – 100 percent Snaps Soda Shop – […]

Bethany House awarded $35k in VAWA funds

Tuesday, November 25 by Zac Oakes

Bethany House in Pulaski County was recently awarded $35,000 for a court advocate position through the Violence Against Women Act. Bethany House is a designated domestic violence shelter serving Russell County and the Lake Cumberland […]

Russell County FFA team earns 17th at state competition

Monday, November 24 by Zac Oakes

Four Russell County FFA students had a strong showing at the Kentucky FFA state competition. The team of Abby Fox, Lilly Williams, Alyssa Wethington, and Destiney Popplewell placed 17th overall in the Kentucky FFA Vet Science […]

RCHS earns yellow rating in last year’s state assessment

Monday, November 24 by Zac Oakes

Russell County High School received a yellow rating based on scores from last year’s state assessments. A yellow rating is the middle rating of five categories. 47 percent of Russell County High school students earned […]

Jamestown gearing up for Christmas on the Square

Monday, November 24 by Zac Oakes

The City of Jamestown is gearing up for the annual Christmas on the Square. This year, Christmas on the Square will be part of the ongoing Russell County Bicentennial Celebration. Jamestown Mayor Regena Hinton said […]

Russell County Schools earn high marks on school climate and safety survey

Friday, November 21 by Zac Oakes

The release of state assessment results for Russell County Schools also included results from a student survey about school climate and safety. Russell County Schools earned high marks in the school climate and safety survey, […]

Jamestown hosting annual Grace Foley Hall Memorial Decorating Contest

Friday, November 21 by Zac Oakes

Jamestown residents and businesses can begin signing up for the city’s annual Grace Foley Hall Memorial Decorating Contest. The Jamestown City Council voted last night to increase the prizes for this year’s contest. Jamestown Mayor […]

Lights at the Park to open following next Saturday’s Christmas parade

Friday, November 21 by Zac Oakes

The Lights at the Park at Russell Springs City Park will open for the season following next Saturday’s Christmas parade. The drive-thru light display has some new scenes this year and is free admission. Mayor […]

Clinton County woman arrested after attempting to flee from police

Friday, November 21 by Zac Oakes

A Clinton County woman was arrested late Wednesday night after reportedly attempting to flee from police. 33-year-old Bethany J. Harding was arrested and charged with fleeing or evading police 1st degree – motor vehicle, fleeing […]

Gosser files to run for 3rd District Constable

Friday, November 21 by Zac Oakes

Reggie C. Gosser has officially filed to run for constable in Russell County’s 3rd District. So far, Gosser is the only candidate for constable in the 3rd District. The filing period remains open until January […]