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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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Sheriff’s Office makes pair of drug arrests last night

October 29, 2025 Zac Oakes

The Russell County Sheriff’s Office made a pair of drug arrests last night. 38-year-old Brandon W. Morgan of Russell Springs was arrested and charged with possession of methamphetamine – second offense, failure to maintain insurance, […]

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Rick Barnes says teams have to adjust playing against Kentucky

October 29, 2025 Zac Oakes

by LARRY VAUGHT Tennessee played Kentucky three times last season and coach Mark Pope’s team beat the Vols in both regular-season games before losing to Tennessee in the NCAA Sweet Sixteen. Tennessee coach Rick Barnes […]

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Sheriff’s Office investigating theft at Salem Elementary

October 28, 2025 Zac Oakes

The Russell County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a theft at Salem Elementary School last Friday. The sheriff’s office said the thefts occurred at around 8:30 last Friday night. The sheriff’s office said the suspects stole […]

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Youth league volleyball information

October 28, 2025 Zac Oakes

Link for online registration: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeqFwAbCO0VAN6kaB0U8tg25-rn-kyiLV5VBv4spqIjAS4ieQ/viewform

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Coffey qualifies for state cross country meet

October 28, 2025 Zac Oakes

Russell County freshman Will Coffey participated in the regional cross country meet this past Saturday, finishing 5th as an individual. With the 5th place finish, Coffey qualified for state competition this coming Saturday at the […]

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RCMS Basketball sweeps Hart County

October 28, 2025 Zac Oakes

The Russell County Middle School Laker Basketball teams opened their season with a sweep over Hart County at home last night. 6th grade won 33-29. 7th grade won 42-36. 8th grade won 53-22. The teams […]

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Public meeting on Highway 127 improvements is tonight

October 28, 2025 Zac Oakes

A public meeting regarding proposed intersection safety improvements along Highway 127 in Russell County will take place tonight from 5-7 p.m. at the Russell County ANC. The proposed project includes roundabouts and other improvements at […]

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Arrest made in car thefts case

October 28, 2025 Zac Oakes

The Russell County Sheriff’s Office said an arrest has been made in connection with the string of thefts from vehicles over the weekend around the areas of Bernard Ridge and McQueary Road. The sheriff’s office […]

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Russell Creek Bridge on Cumberland Parkway reduced to one lane next Monday

October 28, 2025 Zac Oakes

The District 8 Transportation Office announced Russell Creek Bridge on the Cumberland Parkway will be reduced to one lane next Monday for bridge inspection. Lane closures will begin at around 8 a.m. Monday and continue […]

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