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Medical Center at Albany named COVID vaccine site

Russell Countians in Phases 1A and 1B seeking to get the COVID-19 vaccine have another option close to home. The Medical Center at Albany has been designated a regional vaccination site by the Governor’s Office […]

Medical Marijuana Bill Passes House

Medical marijuana took a step forward yesterday in The Kentucky House of Representatives to becoming law.    The House approved the measure on a vote of 65-30 after more than two hours of debate and consideration […]

Medical Marijuana Bill Could be Voted on this Week

Momentum continues to build in the push to legalize cannabis for treatment of some medical conditions, after a House committee gave initial approval last week. Supporters of the measure point to strong grassroots support for […]

Medical Marijuana Bill Passes House Committee

A bill in the Kentucky legislature described by advocates as “medical marijuana” advanced out of a House committee on Wednesday. The House Judiciary Committee passed the measure on a 17-1 vote. The bill moves to […]

Medical Update on Local EMS Employee

Michael “Brad” Loy, an EMT with Russell County EMS, experienced a medical emergency while transporting a patient on Saturday, July 27th. The patient was transported without incident. EMT Loy underwent surgery at Lake Cumberland Regional […]