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Russell County Schools Names 2027–2028 Calendar Committee

The Russell County Board of Education has approved Superintendent Michael Ford’s recommendations for the district’s 2027–2028 Calendar Committee. During Monday evening’s meeting, Ford said Russell County Schools has used a calendar committee for many years, […]

Russell County Community Blood Drive Set for Thursday

The Russell County Community Blood Drive is set for Thursday in Jamestown, with donors helping supply blood to hospitals across Kentucky. The Kentucky Blood Center will collect donations from 11:30 a.m. until 5:30 p.m. in […]

Russell County School Board’s October Meeting

Employee recognition, district finances, and upcoming educational events were among the topics discussed during Monday evening’s regular meeting of the Russell County Board of Education. Amber Humble, a first-grade teacher at Salem Elementary School, was recognized as the Russell County Education Association’s Certified Employee of... Read More.

Henry Fugate, age 87, of Russell Springs

Henry Fugate, 87, of Russell Springs, passed away Sunday, October 18, 2026. Born February 5, 1939, in Hindman, Kentucky, he was the son of the late Dan and Evie Sloan Fugate. Henry worked as a […]