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Russell Co. getting new KDFWR conservation officer

Russell County will be getting one of the state’s five newest conservation officers with the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources. Charles Houk, who previously served in law enforcement in Taylor County, will serve […]

Ezra Lee Wilson, age 89, of Russell Springs

Ezra Lee Wilson, age 89, of Russell Springs, KY passed away Thursday, February 10 2022 at Somerset Rehab. He was born on Monday, August 22 1932, in Somerset, KY. He was the son of: Mother […]

Alta Lorine Pierce, age 85, of Russell Springs

Alta Lorine Pierce, of Russell Springs, passed away on Wednesday, February 9, 2022, at her home, surrounded by her family.  She was 85 years of age. Lorine was born on September 2, 1936, in Nashville, […]

2022 Russell County Fair dates set

The Russell County Jaycees have announced the dates for the 2022 Russell County Jaycees Fair. The fair will begin Friday, June 3 and wrap up on Saturday, June 11. The full schedule of events hasn’t […]

Russell County man arrested on drug, assault charges

A Russell County man was arrested on drug possession and assault charges Wednesday evening. According to jail records, Paul E. Mills, age 54, was arrested and charged with assault fourth degree and possession of methamphetamine. […]

Marson leaving Russell County Tourism

Russell County Tourism Director Janette Marson is stepping away from her position. Marson has been Russell County Tourism Director since 2013, but after 9 years, Marson said she feels now is a time for change. […]