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Vaping Bill headed to Beshear’s desk

Monday, April 1 by Zac Oakes

A bill targeted at the issue of vaping, particularly with children, has received approval in the Kentucky Legislature. Charles Baglan has more on House Bill 11. School districts across the state have reported issues with […]

U.S. Rep Comer holds field hearing in Russell County

Friday, March 29 by Zac Oakes

U.S. Representative James Comer was in Russell County today, along with several individuals from across the country, holding a field hearing to learn more about what Comer called inconsistent fees levied by the U.S. Army […]

Closings for Good Friday

Friday, March 29 by Zac Oakes

In observe of Good Friday, some local offices will be closing early. The Russell County Courthouse will close at noon today, but the Russell County Clerk’s Office will be closed all-day today in observance of […]

Man charged in Montpelier murder allegedly assaulted jail staff

Thursday, March 28 by Zac Oakes

A man facing a murder charge in the Adair County Regional Jail is now facing multiple assault charges as well after allegedly attacking jail staff. According to police, officers were called out at around 6 […]

Jamestown Elementary School beginning principal search

Thursday, March 28 by Zac Oakes

Jamestown Elementary School’s principal search is underway. Former principal Diane Blankenship retired at the end of 2023, and Rene Gossage has been serving as the school’s interim principal since then. ussell County Middle School’s School-Based […]

County announces annual Free Trash Disposal Day

Thursday, March 28 by Zac Oakes

The Russell County Fiscal Court announced the annual Free Trash Disposal Day. This year’s event is scheduled for Wednesday, April 17. Free Trash Disposal Day will be from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the […]

South KY RECC warns of possible scam

Thursday, March 28 by Zac Oakes

South Kentucky RECC is warning its customers in the area of a possible scam. The area electric cooperative posted a message yesterday, warning customers about individuals walking through neighborhoods and knocking on doors, asking to […]

Somerset man facing several charges after possessing 40+ pounds of marijuana

Thursday, March 28 by Zac Oakes

A Somerset man is facing several charges following a marijuana bust. According to Somerset Police, 39-year-old Christopher Ford was arrested and charged with trafficking in marijuana more than 5 pounds, assaulting a police officer, possession […]

Road project now expected to begin next week

Wednesday, March 27 by Zac Oakes

A major local road project is now expected to get underway next week. Signs on U.S. 127 in Russell Springs now indicate the local road project will get underway on Monday, April 1. The project […]

RCMS searching for next principal

Wednesday, March 27 by Zac Oakes

Russell County Middle School is beginning its search for a new principal. Former Principal Wayne Ackerman took over as the Superintendent of Clinton County Schools earlier this year and Keith Ellis was selected as the […]