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Ford says first day of school went smooth in Russell County

Thursday, August 14 by Zac Oakes

Yesterday was the first day of school in Russell County, and Superintendent Michael Ford said the school district had a great first day back in the classroom. Ford said he was thankful for everyone involved […]

Donors at this month’s blood drive could win free groceries for a year

Wednesday, August 13 by Zac Oakes

LEXINGTON, Ky. – With rising costs, imagine not having to pay for groceries for an entire year. That dream will become a reality for one Kentucky Blood Center donor just by donating blood. KBC’s […]

Russell County man arrested in Pulaski County

Wednesday, August 13 by Zac Oakes

A Russell County man was arrested in Pulaski County this week following a traffic stop on the Cumberland Parkway. The Pulaski County Sheriff’s Office said 51-year-old Sean Campbell is facing multiple charges, including trafficking in […]

Today is first day of school in Russell County

Wednesday, August 13 by Zac Oakes

Today is the first day of school in Russell County. Students return to the classroom today to begin the 2025-2026 school year. As the new school year begins, motorists are reminded to use extra caution […]

Fiscal court receives grant funds toward purchase of new tanker truck for Eli Fire Department

Wednesday, August 13 by Zac Oakes

The Russell County Fiscal Court has received a grant for nearly $21,000 that will be used toward purchasing a new tanker truck for the Eli Fire Department. The new truck will replace the department’s 1982 […]

Woman pronounced dead following jet ski accident on Lake Cumberland

Wednesday, August 13 by Zac Oakes

A woman was pronounced dead following a jet ski accident on Lake Cumberland Tuesday night. Russell County Search and Rescue officials say they were called out at about 6 p.m. Tuesday to the Alligator 1 […]

Transportation Cabinet hoping to have Fishing Creek Bridge lanes reopened by end of month

Tuesday, August 12 by Zac Oakes

The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet says it is hoping to have the westbound lanes on Fishing Creek Bridge on the Cumberland Parkway reopened by the end of the month. The cabinet said they are targeting August […]

Boil Water Advisory

Tuesday, August 12 by Sean Hammond

A Boil Water Advisory is in effect for Alligator Creek Road (located off Highway 76) from 655 Alligator Creek Road to Cliffs Subdivision. This Boil Water Advisory will remain in effect until further notice due […]

Wolford discusses bus routes as new school year is on the horizon

Tuesday, August 12 by Zac Oakes

Students return to the classroom tomorrow in Russell County, and that means school buses will be out on roadways across the county. Russell County Schools Transportation Director Eric Wolford said the school district has 50 […]

Berea man arrested locally on drug races

Tuesday, August 12 by Zac Oakes

A Berea man was arrested locally on drug charges yesterday afternoon. 29-year-old Christopher Taylor was arrested by Russell Springs Police and charged with possession of methamphetamine, prescription controlled substance not in the proper container, and […]