Darianna LaeShay Bryant, 9 Days, Jamestown
Darianna LaeShay Bryant, 9 days old, of Jamestown, passed away Friday, March 14th, at University of Kentucky Hospital. Darianna was born in Lexington, KY on March 5, 2025, a daughter of Amy Coppler and Darias Bryant, of Jamestown, KY. Darianna is survived by: parents, Amy Coppler and Darias Bryant; three sisters, Amani Taylor, Zaria Bryant,…
Read MoreJoyce Stargle, 72, Russell Springs
Joyce Stargle, 72, of Russell Springs, passed away Friday, March 14th, at Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital, Somerset, KY. Joyce was born in Cincinnati, Ohio on February 23, 1953, a daughter of the late Pauline (Strunk) and John Corner. Joyce is survived by: a daughter, Marie Coyle, of Russell Springs, KY; a son,Ricky Stargle, of Somerset,…
Read MoreWoods are ready for spring hunting seasons
Conditions favorable for novice turkey and squirrel hunters FRANKFORT, Ky. (March 13, 2025) — Kentucky’s spring hunting seasons kick off with the youth-only turkey season April 5-6, followed by the general season for turkeys April 12-May 4. Spring squirrel season, a popular activity for both novice and experienced hunters, commences May 17 and continues for nearly…
Read MoreRuth V. Cook, 97, Jamestown
Ruth V. Cook, 97, of Jamestown, passed away Thursday, March 13th, 2025 at Fair Oaks Health Systems. Ruth was born in Jamestown, KY on May 1, 1927, a daughter of the late Effie (Elmore) and Marvin Mann. She was a member of Mt. Hope Separate Baptist Church. Ruth is survived by a daughter, Kathleen Jackson…
Read MoreGene “Scotty B” Branham, 60
Gene “Scotty B” Branham, 60, passed away on March 11, 2025, at Ephraim McDowell Medical Center in Danville, Kentucky. In his final moments, his daughter Elizabeth, was by his side, offering love and comfort. Born on May 2, 1964, in Louisville, Kentucky, Scotty was the son of Bobby Gene Branham and Anna Joyce (Hilbert) Branham.…
Read MoreIt’s WKU for Loy!
By Wade Daffron TJ Editor Surrounded by friends, family and teammates, Russell County three-sport sensation Owen Loy signed to play for Western Kentucky University (WKU) last week. A large crowd packed the lobby of the Russell County High School (RCHS) Friday as Owen, son of Darrell and Lori Loy, of Jamestown, made…
Read MoreRCH expansion, Trail Town grant
Pursuing progress By Wade Daffron TJ Editor As the sullen days of winter fall away, signs of progress are blooming as spring approaches… Monday, at the regular monthly meeting of the Russell County Fiscal Court, Judge Randy Marcum told the court about exciting projects underway which will benefit the county now, and…
Read MoreGene “Tex” Flanagan, 86, Pleasant Hill
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Gene “Tex” Flanagan, who left us peacefully at the age of 86. A beloved figure in his community, protector of his family, left this life surrounded by the family and friends he cherished and the animals he adored. Born at home a century late…
Read MoreSusie Myrtle Todd, 80, Columbia
Susie Myrtle Todd, of Columbia, passed from this life on Sunday, March 9, 2025, at Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital in Somerset, having attained the age of 80 years, 11 months and one day. Ms. Susie was born in Creelsboro on Saturday, April 8, 1944, daughter of the late James Earl “Cedric” and Jessie Marie George…
Read MoreJames Christopher “Cecil” Smith, 50, Eli
Jason Christopher “Cecil” Smith, 50, of Eli, Kentucky, passed away on March 7, 2025, at UK Healthcare – Albert B. Chandler Hospital in Lexington, Kentucky. Born on January 31, 1975, in Somerset, Kentucky, Jason lived a life filled with adventure, kindness, and an unwavering dedication to his loved ones. Jason cherished his family. He found…
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