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Russell Springs under budget for current fiscal year

The city council of Russell Springs unanimously passed a couple of budget ordinances, one for the upcoming fiscal year and an amended budget for the 2021-22 fiscal year, during a special-called meeting earlier this week. […]

Russell County Courthouse to close on Friday

The Russell County Courthouse will close Friday at noon due to the annual Lakefest celebration in Jamestown. The courthouse will also be closed for the Independence Day Holiday on Monday, July 4. Regular business at […]

23 new COVID cases reported in Russell County

The Kentucky Department for Public Health reported 23 new COVID cases in Russell County last week as more than 9,500 cases were reported statewide. Looking at neighboring counties, Pulaski County had 53 new cases, Adair […]

Russell County Grand Jury indicts 20

A Russell County grand jury has returned indictments against 20 individuals, including six for violation of gambling laws. Those indicted include: Stanley Luttrell, 67, of Russell Springs, Jeffrey Price, 44, of Dunnville, Joseph Yeadon, 67, […]

Russell Springs man arrested in Adair County

A Russell Springs man was arrested in Adair County late Thursday night. Brandon Crawhorn, age 37, was arrested and charged with possession of methamphetamine, possession of drug paraphernalia, no license, disregarding a stop sign, and […]