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Could be boost for tourism, commerce, economy IDA agrees to sell drag strip By Wade Daffron TJ Editor A seed of progress was planted last week which could bloom into tremendous potential for tourism, commerce, and the local economy. Last Tuesday, the Russell County Industrial Development Authority (RCIDA) agreed to…
Read MoreNancy Thomas, 77, Russell Springs
Nancy Thomas, age 77, of Russell Springs, KY passed away Monday, February 24 2025 at her residence. She was born on Monday, May 19 1947, in Casey County, Kentucky to Oma Yaden Richardson and Ernest McKinley Richardson. Nancy is survived by: three daughters, Patricia Short, of Liberty, KY, Renita Russell, spouse Phillip, of Russell Springs, KY,…
Read MoreKenneth Passmore, 75, Burnside
Kenneth Passmore, 75, of Burnside, KY, formerly of Russell Springs, passed away Monday, February 24th, at home. Kenneth was born in Russell Springs, KY on December 27, 1949, a son of the late Kathryn (Cook) and Issac Passmore. Kenneth is survived by: his wife, Joyce (Louis) Passmore; a daughter, Vicki Patton; two step sons David…
Read MoreBarbara Jean McFarland, 78, Russell Springs
Barbara Jean McFarland, age 78, of Russell Springs, KY passed away Monday, February 24 2025 at Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital. She was born on Saturday, March 23 1946, in Cincinnati, Ohio. She was the daughter of Edith Bradshaw Coffey, and R.V. Coffey, whom have preceded her in death. Barbara is survived by one sister, Sandra…
Read MoreJamestown Artist Dani Ford Addresses Grief in Exhibit at Lindsey Wilson College Begley Gallery
COLUMBIA, Ky. – When patrons view Dani Ford’s art show at Lindsey Wilson College, it will be not unlike reading her diary. At least that’s how the Jamestown, Kentucky, artist interprets the 10 pieces featured in her show, “Live for Me: A Conversation with Grief.” Ford’s works are on display through March 3 in the Lucretia C. Begley…
Read MoreLaDonna Harris Woodward, 87, Jamestown
LaDonna Harris Woodward, age 87, passed away on Thursday, February 20, 2025, at Fair Oaks Health and Rehabilitation, in Jamestown. She was born on January 14, 1938, in Jamestown, a daughter of the late Paschal and Mary Helm Harris. She is survived by her sons, Steven Harris Woodward (and Gina), of Oklahoma, and David Christopher…
Read MoreBill Priddy, Jr., 82, Stanford
Bill Priddy, Jr., of Stanford, passed away peacefully at his home, on February 21, 2025. He was 82 years, 5 months, and 3 days of age. Born in Louisville, on September 18, 1942, he was a son of the late William D. and Shirley Edith Morgan Priddy, Sr. Bill was the owner and operator of…
Read MoreHelen C. York, 88, Russell Springs
Helen C. York, age 88, of Russell Springs, KY passed away Wednesday, February 19 2025 at her residence. She was born on Thursday, July 09, 1936, in Bliss, Kentucky. She was the daughter of Mary Hughes Claycomb and Herbert Ray Claycomb, who have preceded her in death. Helen is survived by: two daughters, Rhonda Holt,…
Read MoreCoyote sightings increase with winter mating season
Simple precautions can help avoid conflict with adaptable canine FRANKFORT, Ky. (Feb. 19, 2025) — Increased sightings of coyotes may occur this winter and spring in rural and urban areas across Kentucky as coyotes roam more to search for mates, establish territories and raise pups. Coyote winter mating season typically lasts into March, while pup rearing…
Read MoreLakers clip Clinton, slip to Adair County
Staff Report In two thrilling games-one which went into overtime-both the Lakers and Lady Lakers sent the Clinton County to the doghouse in double-header action at home. The first game Thursday saw the Lady Lakers defeat the Bulldogs 40-38. With the score tied at the end of regulation play, a three-pointer by…
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