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Library to wrap up summer learning with RCPL Con

The Russell County Public Library will wrap up its summer learning program with a special event this Saturday. The library will host RCPL Con, which will include a number of vendors, trivia games, and character […]

Robertson makes tourism, library board appointments

Judge Executive Gary Robertson made appointments to the Russell County Tourism and Library boards on Monday. Robertson appointed Ramie Hutchison to the Library Board for a four-year term. He replaces outgoing board member Stephen Hill. […]

RCPL introducing Library of Things

The Russell County Public Library is commonly known for its collection of books, but Library Director Lindsey Westerfield told WJRS News about the many other things you can check out from the library. [cpm-player skin=”device-player-skin” […]

Dolly Parton Imagination Library may get trust fund

There has been proposal introduced in Frankfort to create a trust fund to grow the Dolly Parton Imagination Library in Kentucky. Keith West has details for WJRS NEWS… Locally, the Dolly Parton Imagination Library program […]

Ginger Stapp is Newest Face at Local Library

New Children’s Librarian Ginger Stapp spoke to WJRS NEWS this week about taking over the position from the recently retired “Ms. Fill” Cowell… Stapp said she was welcomed from day one by the library staff… […]

Library to Temporarily Close for Maintenance

After two years in their new building, Russell County Public Library will be performing some routine maintenance including deep cleaning of floors, windows, and ceilings. This will limit library services on Thursday, January 13th. After […]

Library to host Discovery Fair on Monday

The Russell County Public Library will be hosting a Discovery Fair for young adults on Monday. The Discovery Fair will be from 4-6 p.m. at the library and is targeted at people ages 18-30. The […]