‘A unique project and partnership’
By Wade Daffron TJ Editor With near perfect weather, and the sounds of construction wafting through the air, Russell County Industrial Development Authority Chairman Clint Voils couldn’t help but smile. Voils approached a lectern set up under a tent-with a row of shovels and a large pile of dirt directly behind him.…
Read MoreStephens honored
Staff Report May 2025 has been declared as “Terry & Pam Stephens Month” in Russell County. Monday, at the regular monthly meeting of the Russell County Fiscal Court, Judge Executive Randy Marcum presented Terry Stephens with a proclamation honoring the couple for their “Historic Achievement in the 2025 Kentucky Derby.” “Terry and…
Read MoreGov. Beshear’s Senior Advisor Rocky Adkins Cuts Ribbon on $8.6 Million Fishing Creek Bridge Project in Pulaski County
Renovation, repair of historic structure preserves key route for communities FRANKFORT, Ky. (May 15, 2025) – In Pulaski County today, Rocky Adkins, senior advisor to Gov. Andy Beshear, cut the ribbon on the newly renovated Fishing Creek Bridge as it reopened to traffic to provide an improved, longer-lasting connection for the people of Nancy, Somerset and…
Read MoreRaymond Lee Camp, 76, Russell Springs
Raymond Lee Camp, of Russell Springs, passed from this life on Tuesday, May 13, 2025, at the VA Medical Center in Lexington, having attained the age of 76 years, 7 months and 24 days. Raymond was born Sunday, September 19, 1948, in Noblesville, Indiana, son of the late Bertie and Barbara McDole Camp. He served…
Read MoreVivian Ann Burton, 62, Columbia
Vivian Ann Burton, age 62, of Columbia, KY passed away Sunday, May 11, 2025 at Fairoaks Nursing Home. She was born on Friday, June 22, 1962, in Liberty, Kentucky to Bessie Jane Harmon Shepherd and Albert Chumbley, whom have preceded her in death. Vivian is survived by: a son, Michael Burton, spouse Ashley, of Russell…
Read MoreGary Gene McFarland, 77, Russell Springs
Gary Gene McFarland, of Russell Springs, passed from this life Saturday, May 10, 2025, at his home surrounded by his loving family. He was 77 years, 4 months, and 22 days old. Born December 18, 1948, in Somerset, he was a son of the late Leslie H. and Helen Roy McFarland. Gary was a proud…
Read MoreFNB Hall of Fame
Staff Report For forty years, the First National Bank of Russell Springs has honored exceptional Russell County High School (RCHS) seniors. This year eight RCHS students were placed into the bank’s prestigious Hall of Fame. The honorees were recognized at a banquet April 29th at the Russell County Auditorium/Natatorium. Inductees…
Read MoreLocal pastor promotes storm preparedness
Staff Report Isaac Smith, the grandson of Pastor Wayne Keith, had questions about weather and was looking for answers. “I feel it’s important for people to know about storm safety, have a knowledge of what to look for, and how to respond during severe weather,” Keith said. Pastor of Solid Rock…
Read MoreJack Glenn, 69, Russell Springs
Jack Glenn, 69, of Russell Springs, Kentucky, passed away peacefully on May 2, 2025, at the Jean Waddle Care Center, with his devoted wife, Vickie, by his side. Born on November 12, 1955, in Cincinnati, Ohio, Jack was a 1976 graduate of Fairfield High School. He proudly served his country in the United States Marine…
Read MoreJerry W. Wells, 82, Jamestown
Jerry W. Wells, 82, of Jamestown, passed away Thursday, May 1st, at his home. He was born in Jamestown, KY on July 24, 1942, to the late Alpha (Murray) and Marlin Wells. Jerry is survived by his wife of 31 years, Marilyn (Robinson) Wells, of Jamestown. He is also survived by: sister-in-law Karen Robinson, of…
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