Entzin murder trial scheduled for August
The murder trial for a man charged with murder in a fatal wreck in January 2023 is set to begin in August. 25-year-old Alex Lopez Entzin is set to appear for trial in Russell Circuit […]
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Pulaski man arrested in child sexual abuse material investigation
A Pulaski County man was arrested Tuesday evening as part of a child sexual abuse material investigation. Kentucky State Police arrested 44-year-old Ricky Bumgardner was arrested and charged with three counts of promoting a minor […]
Area arrests made Wednesday morning
Three area arrests have been made this morning. 57-year-old Ernest Bradley Foley of Jamestown was arrested by Jamestown Police at around 1:00 this afternoon. He’s charged with theft by unlawful taking more than $1,000 but […]
City of Russell Springs warning of email scam
The City of Russell Springs is warning residents about an email scam. Some local residents have received an email claiming to be a representative from the city government. The email even has the name and […]
Second child involved in crash in Sano community passes away
A second child involved in a single-vehicle crash in the Sano community on Easter has passed away from injuries sustained in the wreck. 12-year-old David King Jr. passed away at the University of Kentucky Hospital […]
15 indicted by grand jury
15 individuals were indicted by a Russell County grand jury yesterday. Those indicted included the following individuals: Zachary Grider, age 33, of Russell Springs, charged with unlawful use of electronic means to induce a minor […]
First National Bank hosts 40th annual Hall of Fame Banquet
First National Bank of Russell Springs hosted its 40th annual Hall of Fame Banquet last night. Eight Russell County High School seniors were recognized at the event. The seniors were selected by their club sponsors […]
Today is Free Dump Day
Today is Free Dump Day at the Russell County Landfill. Free Dump Day will be from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. and is for Russell County residents only. No tires or paint cans will be […]
Russell County Hospital added to UK Healthcare/Norton Stroke Care Network
Russell County Hospital is the newest member of the UK Healthcare/Norton Healthcare Stroke Care Network. Russell County Hospital joins 40 other healthcare affiliates across the state to join this network. Hospital officials say the membership […]
K-9 that served Russell County Sheriff’s Office set to retire
A K-9 that served the Russell County Sheriff’s Office is set to retire May 1. K-9 Matt, who has served both the Russell County Sheriff’s Office and Columbia Police Department, will soon retire. K-9 Matt […]