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Transportation officials discuss 127 plans

October 30, 2025 Zac Oakes
Yesterday on local news, we reported on the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet’s plan to construct multiple roundabouts on a stretch of Highway 127 from the Maple Street intersection near Arby’s to the Jamestown Bypass. Jeff Dick, […]
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Deadline to receive discount on property taxes coming up

October 30, 2025 Zac Oakes
The deadline for county property owners to receive a two-percent discount on their tax bill is coming up. Those who pay their tax bill by Saturday, November 1 will receive a two-percent discount. The Russell […]
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Hospital board approves lease agreement for Med Spa

October 30, 2025 Zac Oakes
The Russell County Hospital Board of Directors approved a lease agreement for a new building that will serve as a medical spa. They’re commonly known as a Med Spa, and are a combination of an […]
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Jamestown, Russell Springs hosting trunk or treat events tomorrow

October 30, 2025 Zac Oakes
Russell Springs and Jamestown will host their annual trunk or treat events tomorrow. Russell Springs will host its trunk or treat event on Main Street tomorrow from 5-7 p.m. Jamestown will host its trunk or […]
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For Addison Feldhaus, Kentucky Basketball is in her blood

October 30, 2025 Zac Oakes
by LARRY VAUGHT Addison Feldhaus is the creative content director for University of Kentucky men’s basketball coach Mark Pope but she will be wearing neutral colors when the UK women open the season Nov. 3 […]
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23 indicted by grand jury

October 29, 2025 Zac Oakes
23 people were indicted by a Russell County grand jury this week. Those indicted included the following individuals. Bryson McFall, age 33 of Jamestown, charged with receiving stolen property valued $1,000 or more, improper registration […]
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Lexington man arrested after being found passed out in vehicle

October 29, 2025 Zac Oakes
A Lexington man was arrested last night after reportedly being found passed out in a vehicle. Russell Springs Police say 40-year-old Zachary Nobles of Lexington was arrested and charged with trafficking in methamphetamine, trafficking in […]
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Transportation cabinet examining implementation of roundabouts on Highway 127

October 29, 2025 Zac Oakes
The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet is examining how to improve traffic flow and safety along Highway 127. One way the cabinet is looking at improving traffic flow and safety is through constructing roundabouts on a four-mile […]
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Site and foundation work for hospital expansion project expected to begin soon

October 29, 2025 Zac Oakes
It’s been a long process with multiple delays, but Russell County Hospital CEO Scott Thompson said site and foundation work for the hospital’s expansion project is expected to begin soon. The hospital is expected to […]
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County recognizing veterans with Operation Green Light; special ceremony with RCHS NJROTC

October 29, 2025 Zac Oakes
November 4-11 is recognized as Operation Green Light for Veterans Week. Russell County Judge-Executive Randy Marcum joined the Russell County High School NJROTC chapter yesterday to sign a proclamation for the honor. Chief Dennis Kiser […]
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