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Russell Springs woman arrested on felony assault charge

A Russell Springs woman was arrested on a felony assault charge over the weekend. According to reports, 32-year-old Chelsey J. Andrew of Russell Springs was arrested Saturday afternoon and charged with assault second degree – […]

Today is last day to register to vote

Today is the last day to register to vote to be able to cast a ballot in next month’s general election. Online voter registration must be completed by 3 p.m. CT today to be registered. […]

New coroner sworn-in in in Adair County

There’s a new coroner in neighboring Adair County. Sierra Durbin, who formerly served as a deputy corner in Adair County, was sworn in to her new role Thursday evening after being appointed by County Judge […]

Recent heavy rains have eradicated local drought

Recent heavy rains have eradicated local drought conditions. The National Weather Service in Louisville said widespread rain, especially heavy rains that hit Kentucky from the remnants of Hurricane Helene, have eradicated a lot of drought […]

Laker Band competing at BOA Chattanooga today

The Russell County Laker Band is in Tennessee today, competing in the Bands of America regional in Chattanooga. The Laker Band will compete in the regional event at Finley Stadium in Chattanooga, which will feature […]

Somerset man hit and killed by train

A Somerset man was hit and killed by a train late Wednesday night or early Thursday morning. According to reports out of neighboring Pulaski County, the Somerset Fire Department were called out Wednesday night to […]