During a news conference this morning, Governor Andy Beshear
reported the first Coronavirus death in Kentucky. The victim was a 66-year-old
male from Bourbon County who had many other factors that led to the outcome.
Beshear also issued an order for all restaurants and bars in
the state to close in person traffic. Drive-thru, takeout, and delivery
services can continue. Beshear did say restaurants cannot allow large lines or
crowds when dealing with carryout orders. Locally, Marty Kaszuk, the Owner of
the Eli Country Store will be speaking to us right after the 12PM local news
today about the order issued by the Governor and what his restaurant is doing.
The City of Russell Springs, at the recommendation of the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) and the National Rural Water Association (NRWA), has announced that the lobby of City Hall will be closed until further notice. City officials request that resident please use the drive-thru, pay over the phone, or utilize the online payment portal at www.russellsprings.net. If anyone has any questions or concerns, please call City Hall office, 270-866-3981.