Kentucky State Police Charge Adair County Woman with Solicitation to Commit Murder
COLUMBIA, Ky. (April 3, 2025) – Kentucky State Police (KSP) Post 15 Detectives are investigating an allegation that an Adair County woman solicited a male juvenile at the Adair Juvenile Detention Center to kill her husband. On March 27, 2025, the Adair Juvenile Detention Center conducted a routine search of juveniles’ living units where letters and…
Read MoreLakers break Hart County
Staff Report The Russell County High School Lady Laker Softball Team broke Hart County last week with a 10-0 shutout at home. The Lakers stood strong in five innings of play which saw strong offense and defense. Pitcher Brylie Jo Hardwick fanned eight batters and allowed only two hits from…
Read MoreJ.V. Selby, 89, Russell Springs
J. V. Selby, age 89, of Russell Springs, KY passed away Tuesday, April 01, 2025 at Hospice of Lake Cumberland. He was born on Sunday, March 01 1936, in Jamestown, Ky. He was the son Lillie Pearl Grider Selby and Vernon Selby, whom have preceded him in death. J.V. is survived by his wife, Mollie Lawless…
Read MoreCivics Club, internship considered
Collaborative effort Staff Report The Cumberland County Civics Club traveled to Russell County at the invitation of Judge/Executive Randy Marcum for a discussion about starting a civics club and internship program in Russell County. While in Jamestown, club members answered questions asked by not only Judge Marcum, but also by education professionals…
Read MoreGov. Beshear Declares State of Emergency Ahead of 4-Day Severe Weather Event With Possible Tornadoes
Governor activates emergency response, price gouging laws to protect Kentuckians FRANKFORT, Ky. (April 2, 2025) – Today, Gov. Andy Beshear declared a state of emergency ahead of the first round of severe storms that are expected to last for four days. The storm is especially concerning for far Western Kentucky, which is going to see…
Read MoreUSACE installing oxygen diffusion system to boost hydropower efficiency at Wolf Creek Dam
JAMESTOWN, Ky. – The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Nashville District is taking a major step toward enhancing hydropower generation and protecting water quality with the installation of an oxygen diffusion system at Wolf Creek Dam. The project, currently under construction, includes the installation of four 15,000-gallon liquid oxygen tanks and eight vaporizer banks designed…
Read MoreSoccer-strong!
Staff Report Russell County’s Soccer programs are off to a strong start. The heralded programs have already seen success in early season action. Last Tuesday, the Lady Lakers rolled past McCreary County: RCMS Girls Soccer A Game RCMS – 4, McCreary Co. – 1 Goals: Jayde…
Read MoreHelping others in Kerr’s blood
Staff Report Tony Kerr has been the chairperson of the Russell County Community Blood Drive for more than 40 years. For all that time, Tony has been the man behind the scenes setting up the now-monthly drive at various locations in Russell County. Month after month, year after year, he’s worked to…
Read MoreDanny Tucker, 80, Russell Springs
Danny Tucker, of Russell Springs, passed away Tuesday, March 25, 2025, at Jewish Hospital, in Louisville. He was 80 years of age. Born February 16, 1945, in Casey County, he was a son of the late R.V. and Rebecca Luttrell Tucker. Danny worked for over 30 years as a mechanic at People’s Tobacco Warehouse in…
Read MoreBenny Smith, 62, Russell Springs
Benny Smith passed from this life on Tuesday, March 25, 2025 at Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital in Somerset, Kentucky. He was loved by many and he loved more than his big heart could hold. Benny loved and protected his family fiercely. Benny was known throughout the Russell County School System as “Mr. Benny”, encouraging each…
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