Despite social media rumors Shogun ‘moving forward’
By Wade Daffron TJ Editor Thwarting rumors on social media, officials with the City of Russell Springs said last week a project involving a Shogun restaurant is “moving forward.” Last Thursday, at the regular, monthly meeting of the governing body, Councilwoman Sherry Bottom-Daniel inquired about a Facebook post which allegedly said, “we…
Read MoreBlake Aaron honored as Kentucky Farm Bureau Insurance 2024 District Four Agent of the Year
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (Feb. 11, 2025) – Blake Aaron, an agent for the Russell County Farm Bureau agency of Kentucky Farm Bureau (KFB) Insurance, has been named 2024 Agent of the Year for KFB’s District Four. The award was presented during the company’s 70th annual sales conference, held in Louisville on February 10. The District Four…
Read MoreDistrict 8 Snowfighters Continue to Treat and Plow Roads
Hazardous driving conditions remain; avoid unnecessary travel SOMERSET, Ky. (Feb. 19, 2025) – Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) District 8 highway crews continue to plow and treat roadways across the district following a winter weather storm that moved through the area. Sunshine today has helped our crews in clearing routes, and Priority A routes including Interstate…
Read MoreCorps continues controlled water releases following heavy rainfall, emphasizes public safety near dams
NASHVILLE, Tenn. – The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Nashville District continues to actively manage water releases following significant rainfall across the Cumberland River Basin this past weekend. While precipitation has moved out of the region, ongoing reservoir operations are critical to maintaining dam safety and regulating river stages throughout the region. The seven-day precipitation…
Read MoreGov. Beshear Provides Update on Severe Weather
Governor urges vigilance as extremely cold temperatures follow deadly flooding, snow FRANKFORT, Ky. (Feb. 19, 2025) – Today, Gov. Andy Beshear provided an update on severe winter weather that continues to affect much of the commonwealth. “The areas hit hardest by flooding are going to get another 3 to 4 inches of snow tonight,” Gov.…
Read MoreFifty Years of Raising Trout at Wolf Creek National Fish Hatchery
Jamestown, KY Fifty years ago…. the year is 1975. You might be doing “The Hustle” on the dance floor, going to see The Rocky Horror Picture Show or Jaws in cinemas, and listening to Bohemian Rhapsody by Queen. Microsoft is founded, the Rubik’s Cube invented, and Muhammad Ali takes on Joe Frazier in the…
Read MoreGov. Beshear Provides Update on Severe Weather
Governor says entire state affected by historic flooding, death toll climbs to 11 FRANKFORT, Ky. (Feb. 17, 2025) – Today, Gov. Andy Beshear provided an update on severe weather affecting much of the commonwealth. “Kentucky, we are still in the search-and-rescue phase as this deadly storm system continues to affect much of our commonwealth,” Gov. Beshear said.…
Read MoreCharles G. Robertson, 85, Russell Springs
Charles G. Robertson, age 85, of Russell Springs, KY passed away Wednesday, February 12, 2025 at Russell County Hospital. He was born on Saturday, June 17, 1939, in the Font Hill Community of Russell County, Kentucky. He was the son of Ica Luttrell Robertson, who has preceded him in death and Ollis Robertson, who has…
Read MoreGov. Beshear Declares State of Emergency Ahead of Heavy Rain
Governor activates emergency response, price gouging laws to protect Kentuckians FRANKFORT, Ky. (Feb. 14, 2025) – Today, Gov. Andy Beshear declared a state of emergency as a flood watch is in effect for early Saturday, Feb. 15, through midday Sunday, Feb. 16. Another 2 to 5 inches of rainfall is expected, and, combined with previous…
Read MoreDonations provide needed equipment
By Wade Daffron TJ Editor It’s only fitting with Valentine’s Day here, several local entities have shown they truly love and have a heart for their community. Last week, the Russell County EMS honored entities who donated funds toward the purchase of new heart monitors for the service. Russell County EMS Director Charles…
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