Month: May 2025

Russell County students will be among those eligible for the Summer Electronic Benefit Transfer Program. The Summer EBT program provides a one-time benefit of $120 to purchase nutritious food throughout the summer. Children attending schools […]

Two people were injured following a three-vehicle collision on East Highway 80 yesterday afternoon. The accident occurred just before 3:30 yesterday afternoon near the intersection of East 80 and Bolin Road. The Russell County Sheriff’s […]

Russell County Hospital is looking at how it could improve security at the local healthcare facility. Hospital CEO Scott Thompson said it’s something hospital administration has been looking at for a while and he’s hopeful […]

The Jamestown City Council has called a special-called meeting for tomorrow at 6 p.m. The council is expected to take up items including the first reading of the city’s 25-26 budget, as well as a […]

Assistance is available at the Russell County Courthouse for those impacted by the tornado. A Disaster Recovery Center is set up in the basement of the Russell County Courthouse, with personnel from FEMA, American Red […]

The Russell County Board of Education met in special session this morning. The board took the initial first steps to create a new practice area for the Laker Band. The band has traditionally practiced in […]