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High School Tech Department will receive new robots

Russell County High School received a grant in which the technology department will receive new robots. Superintendent Michael Ford spoke to WJRS News about the agreement. Newton’s attic is a nonprofit in Lexington that provides […]

Two RCHS students receive Heisman High School Scholarships

Two Russell County High School students are recipients of the Heisman High School Scholarship. Xavier Betts-Jimenez and Amy McGowan are recipients of this year’s award. The Heisman® High School Scholarship was created in 1994 through […]

Today is last day to receive property tax discount

Today is the last day to receive a discount on county property taxes. Those who pay their property taxes today will receive the two-percent discount. Taxes can be paid at the Russell County Sheriff’s Office […]

Reeder to receive 40 Under 40 Award

Russell County resident Cody Reeder will receive one of the South Central Kentucky 40 Under 40 Awards. The awards are presented by the Young Professionals of Lake Cumberland and recognize stand-out individuals under the age […]

Dr. Jerry Westerfield to receive LWC Honorary Alumnus Award

Dr. Jerry Westerfield of Russell Springs will receive the honorary alumnus award at Lindsey Wilson College’s Homecoming Weekend this weekend. Westerfield will receive the award at the college’s Alumni Awards Celebration on Saturday. Westerfield will […]

Library to receive EBSCO Solar grant

The Russell County Public Library has been awarded a portion of a $300,000 grant from EBSCO Information Services, which is headquartered in Massachusetts, to install solar panels to offset the library’s electrical demand by a […]

Duo Broadband to receive $25M in federal funds

Duo Broadband is set to receive a $25 million federal grant aimed at expanding broadband access. The Biden administration announced yesterday it will send $714 million to help rural areas in 19 states connect to […]