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Russell County Schools institutes new medication policy

Thursday, July 31 by Zac Oakes

In accordance with new regulations from state agencies, Russell County Schools is implementing new policies regarding medications at school. The school district announced a written provider order must be on file before any prescribed medication […]

Smith receives top honor in national cattle judging contest

Thursday, July 31 by Zac Oakes

Russell County’s Blane Smith recently received first place in a cattle judging competition at the National Junior Angus Show. Smith took first place in the Intermediate B Division of the cattle judging competition for 16-17 […]

Search and Rescue commander urges use of life jackets on the water

Wednesday, July 30 by Zac Oakes

Russell County Search and Rescue Commander Chris Money continues to stress the importance of wearing a life jacket while on the water. Whether a person is swimming, boating, or any other activity on the water, […]

Paving begins on Crocus Road as part of grant-funded project

Wednesday, July 30 by Zac Oakes

Paving operations on Crocus Road near the Bryan Community got underway this week. Two miles of the road are being paved as part of a project funded partially by the state through a grant from […]

Search and Rescue Commander discusses water rescue, boating near Wolf Creek Dam

Wednesday, July 30 by Zac Oakes

Russell County Search and Rescue was called out yesterday to assist after a boat began taking on water after getting too close to Wolf Creek Dam. Search and Rescue officials say the incident occurred at […]

Progress being made on new ARC Pregnancy Center

Wednesday, July 30 by Zac Oakes

Progress continues to be made on the new ARC Pregnancy Support Center. Work began on the new building last month. ARC Board Member Rick Neff provided an update on the construction of the new facility. […]

Jamestown man arrested on multiple charges

Wednesday, July 30 by Zac Oakes

A Jamestown man was arrested on multiple charges last night. 62-year-old Dennis M. McWhorter was arrested and charged with possession of methamphetamine and possession of drug paraphernalia. McWhorter also had an indictment warrant for possession […]

Monday was hottest day of 2025 locally; heat advisory remains in effect until this evening

Wednesday, July 30 by Zac Oakes

Monday was the hottest day of 2025 in Russell County, according to data from the local mesonet station. The station reported a maximum air temperature on Monday at 92.1 degrees, with a heat index of […]

Another water rescue made near Wolf Creek Dam

Tuesday, July 29 by Zac Oakes

Russell County Search and Rescue reported another water rescue near Wolf Creek Dam this morning. Search and Rescue officials say the incident occurred at around 10 this morning. They say two fishermen drifted too close […]

Russell Springs man arrested in Lincoln County

Tuesday, July 29 by Zac Oakes

A Russell Springs man was arrested in Lincoln County on multiple drug charges. 45-year-old Harlan Bivins was arrested Sunday morning and charged with possession of fentanyl, possession of methamphetamine – second offense, possession of drug […]