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Russell County FFA attends state convention

The Russell County FFA recently attended the Kentucky FFA State Convention at the Central Bank Center in Lexington where several members competed in various competitions. The Ag Sales Team consisting of Lucas McFall, Bryanna Smith, […]

Russell County approved for $195K in CAIP program

Russell County has been approved for approximately $195,000 in County Agricultural Investment Program (CAIP) funds. Neighboring Adair and Casey counties were also approved for funds. Adair County received around $206,000 in funds and Casey County […]

Missing Wayne County man located over the weekend

A man reported missing to the sheriff’s office in neighboring Wayne County on Friday afternoon but was missing days earlier was found alive in a creek bed Saturday morning, according to reports. The man’s car […]

Russell County in moderate drought

Russell County is in a moderate drought according to the U.S. Drought Monitor. A large swath of central and northern Kentucky is also in the moderate drought category, while the rest of the state is […]

Stranded hikers rescued in Adair County

A group of four hikers were rescued in neighboring Adair County after they became stranded near the Holmes Bend Campground. According to Adair County Emergency Management, emergency crews were alerted by two children that a […]

Three Russell County residents indicted in Adair County

Three Russell County residents were indicted in Adair County recently. Kaylie Sierra Jones of Jamestown was indicted on charges of assault first degree and burglary first degree. According to the Adair County Sheriff’s Office, Jones […]