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Ervin receives KMEA teaching award

Russell County High School’s Curtis Ervin recently received a teaching award from the Kentucky Music Educators Association. Ervin was named the 2025 District 10 High School Teacher of the Year. It’s the second year in […]

Ervin proud of band’s homegrown show this season

Coming off a strong performance in he regional competition this past weekend that saw the Laker Band take first place, Russell County Band Director Curtis Ervin said he’s proud of the work the band staff […]

Ervin Mason, age 79, of Russell County

Ervin Mason, beloved minister, teacher, father, and friend, passed away on Saturday, September 27, 2025 at the age of 79. A man of deep faith and unshakable conviction, Ervin devoted his life to serving both […]

Harrington, Ervin receive KMEA recognition

Two Russell County music educators were recently recognized by the Kentucky Music Educators Association. Russell County Assistant Band Director Haley Harringon received the District 10 Middle School Teacher of the Year Award. Russell County Band […]

Ervin excited about future of Laker band program

With Tuesday night’s community performance and senior send-off, the Mighty Laker Band’s marching season has officially come to a close. The band, which finished fourth in the state in Class 3A this past weekend, now […]