Royville Friendship Church Celebrating 70 years…
By Wade Daffron TJ Editor A local church rich in history and service is celebrating a significant milestone this weekend. Royville Friendship Church (RFC) began back on September 26, 1954, when 58 people gathered in a former chicken house to worship together. With an offering of $12.64, plans were made to construct a “permanent…
Read MoreJoy Evangeline (Kelsey) Johnson, 95
Joy Evangeline (Kelsey) Johnson was born on February 18, 1929, and departed this life to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on September 17, 2024. She is survived by her daughter, Sherry DeBord (Steve); her grandchildren, Stephen DeBord (Jeri), Sarah Weddle (Shane), Susanne Martin (Johnny); great-grandchildren, Tobi (Caleb), Thomas, Aubree, Cami, Kelci, Levi,…
Read MoreDeputy Sheriff, Joshua C. Phipps, 38, Columbia
Deputy Sheriff, Joshua C. Phipps, 38, of Columbia, KY passed away in the line of duty Monday, September 16, 2024, in Russell Springs, KY. He was born in Lemoore, CA on September 6, 1986, to Donnie and Pam Phipps of Columbia, KY who survives. Deputy Phipps passed away doing what he loved, serving and protecting…
Read MoreTimothy LB Tucker, 60, Russell Springs
Timothy LB Tucker, of Russell Springs, passed away Friday, September 13, 2024, at Ephraim McDowell Regional Medical Center, in Danville. He was 60 years of age. Born December 14, 1963, in Shelbyville, Indiana, he was a son of the late LB “Buster” Tucker and Vircellia Dalton Tucker Weddle. Timothy was a “Jack-of-all-trades” and lived a…
Read MoreBerta (Birdie) Hardwick, 88
Berta (Birdie) Hardwick passed from this life on Thursday, September 12, 2024. She was 88 years old. Berta was born Sunday, July 5, 1936 in Talheim, Germany, to Gottlob and Katharina Frey. In 1955, Berta immigrated by herself to the United States at the age of 19 and married Nolan Hardwick on April 8, 1958.…
Read MoreGerald R. Rice, 83, Gosser Ridge
Gerald R. Rice, age 83 of the Gosser Ridge Community of Russell County was born on March 13, 1941 in Warrenville, Illinois and passed away on September 12, 2024 at his residence. He was of the Episcopal faith and a real estate appraiser. He was the son of the late Ralph and Violet Bush Rice.…
Read MoreBilly Edward Cook, 54, Jamestown
Billy Edward Cook, age 54, of Jamestown, KY passed away Wednesday, September 11 2024 at Russell County Hospital. He was born on Tuesday, December 02, 1969, in Somerset. He was the son of Ida Lyons Burdine and Gerald Cook, whom preceded him in death. Billy is survived by: his wife, Jessica Dishman Cook of Jamestown,…
Read MoreFire guts residence
Staff Report A two-story home in the southern part of the county was destroyed by a blaze, authorities said. Jamestown Volunteer Fire Department (JVFD) Chief Jeff Landers said approximately 20 firefighters spent six hours fighting a blaze reported around 2 p.m. last Thursday on Sticks Rd. Both the Jamestown and South Russell Volunteer Fire…
Read MoreHorseshoe Pitching honor for Irvin: Hall of Fame
Submitted News When John Irvin steps up to pitch a horseshoe, there’s a strong likelihood to hear that unmistakable, metallic “clink.” The local horseshoe pitching legend was recently inducted into the Kentucky Horseshoe Pitching Association Hall of Fame. Irvin, of Russell Springs, received the honor at a ceremony in Chalybeate. He accepted his distinguished recognition…
Read MoreStephens honored by city
Staff Report A local, legendary businessman has been honored in a way to stand the test of time. Sunday, a plaque dedicated to Terry Stephens, namesake of world-renowned Stephens Pipe & Steel, LLC, and his family was unveiled at the Russell Springs City Park. The plaque, which reads, “With Our Greatest APPRECIATION We Hereby Recognize…
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