Mary Orlena Sneed, 92
Mary Orlena Sneed, widow of the late Bro. E. L. Sneed, earned her reward, passed from this earthly life and went to be with Jesus on Saturday, January 18, 2025, having attained the age of 92 years, 3 months and 22 days. “Lena” as she was fondly called, was born in Adair County on September…
Read MoreRegina Bradshaw, 90, California
It is with deep sadness that we announce Regina Bradshaw, 90, passed away peacefully on the morning of January 12, 2025, in Moorpark, California. Born on October 17, 1934, in Glens Fork, Kentucky, she was the eldest child of Pearl and Velmer Kelly. A devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and friend, Regina lived a full…
Read MoreBulldogs bite Lakers at home
Staff Report In a fast-paced, physical contest, the Russell County Lady Lakers lost to visiting Taylor County last week. The Bulldogs travelled to Laker Gym Thursday and came away with a 53-40 win. Russell County was led in scoring by Junior Aniyah Coffey’s 15 points and boosted by strong offense…
Read MoreAaron earns first ‘Anchor’ Award
By Wade Daffron TJ Editor A well-known, local entrepreneur has been awarded the City of Russell Springs’s first ever “Anchor” Award. Last Tuesday, at the first council meeting of 2025, Chad Aaron was presented the award by Mayor Eddie Thomas. “It’s called the ‘Russell Springs Anchor,’” he said. “It’s like when Gov.…
Read MoreDanny L. Fugate, 60, Jamestown
Danny L. Fugate, 60, of Jamestown, passed away Friday, January 10, 2025 at home. Danny was born in Louisville, KY on November 11, 1964, a son of the late Sandra (Meredith) and Martin Fugate, SR. He enjoyed playing his guitar and singing. Danny is survived by: a wife, Angela (Varner) Fugate of Jamestown, KY; a…
Read MoreDon “Sally” Robertson, 68, Russell Springs
Don “Sally” Robertson, age 68, of Russell Springs, KY passed away Friday, January 10, 2025 at UK Hospital in Lexington, KY. He was born on Sunday, March 04, 1956, in Somerset, KY. He was the son of Margaret Gosser Thrasher and Kenneth Roe Robertson. He was a heavy equipment operator and a long time member…
Read MoreAudrey Mae Eastham, 98, Russell Springs
Audrey Mae Eastham, of Russell Springs, passed away on Friday, January 10, 2025, at Russell County Hospital. She was 98 years of age. Born July 4, 1926, in Weldon, Illinois, to the late Ceasar and Ada Johnson Eastham, she was one of nine children. Audrey worked as a secretary at Emerson Manufacturing for fifty-five years,…
Read MoreDavid Robin McClain, 57, Jamestown
David Robin McClain, of Jamestown, formerly of Ohio, passed away Wednesday, January 8, 2025, at Russell County Hospital. He was 57 years of age. Born January 26, 1967, in Indianapolis, Indiana, he was a son of the late Richard and Cathryn Mort McClain. David was employed at Tyson Foods, in Albany. Previously, he worked for…
Read MoreLady Lakers excel in winter break tourneys
By Brooke Bartrug, EdD District Curriculum and Instructional Coach Russell County Schools The Lady Lakers were in action over the winter break in two tournaments. They came home runners-up in both. First, they played in the Smokey Mountain Christmas Classic in Gatlinburg, TN. The team played tough games against Grundy County, TN…
Read MoreGarnet Lee Burton, 92, Russell Springs
Garnet Lee Burton, of Russell Springs, passed from this life on January 9, 2025, at Russell County Hospital. He was 92 years of age. Born October 11, 1932, in Russell Springs, he was a son of the late Leslie and Ruby Sinclair Burton. At 17, Garnet enlisted in the United States Army and served four…
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