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Russell Springs man indicted in Adair County

Wednesday, November 20 by Zac Oakes

A Russell Springs man was indicted in Adair County recently. An Adair County grand jury indicted John Arnold Norton of Russell Springs on charges of possession of a handgun by a convicted felon, operating on […]

School board approves drainage, paving projects

Wednesday, November 20 by Zac Oakes

The Russell County Board of Education approved two drainage and paving projects at this week’s meeting. The projects totaled around $84,800.

Boil water advisory lifted

Tuesday, November 19 by Zac Oakes

*** This boil water advisory was lifted as of 11 a.m. Wednesday. *** A boil water advisory remains in effect for several Russell Springs water customers. The advisory is in effect for West Highway 80 […]

Russell Springs woman arrested this morning

Tuesday, November 19 by Zac Oakes

A Russell Springs woman was arrested this morning by the Russell County Sheriff’s Office. 44-year-old Joy E. Patterson was arrested and charged with hindering prosecution or apprehension – second degree and resisting arrest. She was […]

Laker Band has busy schedule coming up

Tuesday, November 19 by Zac Oakes

With marching season over, the Russell County Laker Marching Band still has a busy upcoming schedule with several events coming up. Band Director Curtis Ervin discussed a few of those upcoming events on Community Conversations […]

Jamestown using extra water & sewer revenue to offset rising chemical prices, upgrade equipment

Tuesday, November 19 by Zac Oakes

Nearly a year has passed since the City of Jamestown introduced new water and sewer rates. When the city council approved the new rates, which had not increased in several years, city officials said it […]

Secretary of State Adams to speak at Chamber meeting today

Tuesday, November 19 by Zac Oakes

Kentucky Secretary of State Michael Adams will be the guest speaker at today’s meeting of the Russell County Chamber of Commerce. The chamber will hold its monthly meeting and lunch beginning at noon at the […]

School board approves new name for old area technology center

Tuesday, November 19 by Zac Oakes

The old area technology center has a new name after being approved at last night’s board of education meeting. Here’s School Board Chair Dick Kazsuk. Signage that would include the new name is included in […]

Russell Springs man indicted in Casey County

Tuesday, November 19 by Zac Oakes

A Russell Springs man was recently indicted in Casey County. A Casey County grand jury indicted 60-year-old Curtis R. Hendricks on charges of trafficking in more than 2 grams of methamphetamine, possession of drug paraphernalia, […]

Clerk’s Office closed today and tomorrow

Tuesday, November 19 by Zac Oakes

The Russell County Clerk’s Office will be closed today and tomorrow as office staff will be attending the Kentucky County Clerk’s Association Conference. The clerk’s office will return to normal operating hours on Thursday.