Band at Barren
Staff Report The Russell County Mighty Laker Marching Band competed in the Barren County Marching Invitational over the weekend with grand results. In AAA prelim awards they took Best Colorguard, Best Percussion and first place in their class. In Final Awards they received Best Overall Music, Best Overall Visual, Dr. Rick Ness…
Read More‘Is this good for our county?’
By Wade Daffron TJ Editor In a packed meeting including cheers, applause, impassioned pleas, and strong opinions, the Russell County Fiscal Court voted to consider an ordinance which would address future solar projects. Monday, at the regular monthly meeting of the governing body, the court chose to pursue an ordinance which would…
Read MoreOwen Henry Thomas, 91, Russell Springs
Owen Henry Thomas, of Russell Springs, passed away on Monday, October 13, 2025, at Fair Oaks Health and Rehabilitation in Jamestown. He was 91 years of age. Owen was born on June 23, 1934, in Russell County, a son of the late Claude Ellis and Mary Ocie Gaskin Thomas. Owen was a member of the…
Read MoreJimmy E. Luttrell, 77, Russell Springs
Jimmy E. Luttrell, of Russell Springs, passed away on Sunday, October 12, 2025, at his home. He was 77 years, 5 months, and 3 days of age. Born on May 9, 1948, at home in Russell County, he was a son of the late John Edward and Gladys Ruby Roy Luttrell. Jimmy was a retired…
Read MoreMonica Cheryl Brooks, 63
Monica Cheryl Brooks, age 63, passed away on September 30, 2025, in Greenfield, Indiana. Born on April 9, 1962, in Franklin, Indiana, Cheryl lived a life marked by unwavering devotion and love for her family, for Jesus, and her community. Cheryl was the beloved daughter of Nellie Mershon and the late Charles Mershon and father…
Read MoreSOCCER SENSATIONS!
Staff Report If there’s a district soccer trophy to be had, it’s best to go ahead and engrave Russell County on it. Both the Russell County Laker and Lady Laker Soccer Teams continued their domination of the 16th District this past weekend. Hosting the District at Finley Field Saturday, the Laker Lakers…
Read MoreCitizens meet regarding solar park concerns
Staff Report Concerned, residents met Tuesday night to discuss the Russell County Solar Park-a solar and battery energy storage facility recently proposed in northern Russell County. Cameron Tiller, local resident and entrepreneur, shared information as to why he believes solar, and Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) are not beneficial for Russell County.…
Read MoreHoward Gulick, 84, Russell Springs
Howard Gulick, age 84, of Russell Springs, KY passed away Wednesday, October 08, 2025 at Hospice of Lake Cumberland. He was born on Tuesday, July 22, 1941, in Kansas City, MO to Bessie Mae Thomas Gulick and Howard William Gulick. Mr. Gulick is survived by his wife, Dorothy Weaver Gulick of Russell Springs. He was…
Read MoreJudith O. Russ, 84, Russell Springs
Judith O. Russ, age 84, of Russell Springs, KY passed away Friday, October 03, 2025 at Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital. She was born on Thursday, July 31, 1941, in Columbia, Kentucky to the late Inas Winfred “Winnie” Foley Barger and Larry Ray Barger. Judith is survived by: two daughters, Melissa Hall and Nancy Wheat, spouse…
Read MoreLaker Band show gets lots of love
Staff Report Judges, fans, and music lovers are apparently “Lovestruck” with the new Laker Band show and performance. This past week, Russell County earned Best Music, Best Effect, and First Place in Prelim competition at Estill County. Russell County was also designated Reserve Grand Champion in Final Awards. The Laker Band entered…
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