Month: March 2026

Two Pulaski County residents were arrested this week and charged with torturing a dog. Authorities say the investigation began nearly a week ago after a report came into the sheriff’s office of a dog that […]

Rolling roadblock planned for Cumberland Parkway later this month

A rolling roadblock is planned to take place on the Cumberland Parkway later this month. Duo Broadband will conduct a rolling roadblock on Sunday, March 15 beginning at 7 a.m. on the Cumberland Parkway. The work […]

Monticello woman arrested after allegedly fleeing from police

A Monticello woman was arrested early this morning after allegedly attempting to flee from a traffic stop. Russell Springs Police arrested 18-year-old Heymmy Velasquez and charged her with fleeing or evading police first degree, speeding […]

Statewide tornado drill is this morning

Kentucky’s statewide tornado drill will take place this morning. The tornado drill takes place at 9:07 a.m. CT. Officials say this is a great opportunity to practice your tornado safety plan, whether you are at […]

Clara Strack is one of the smartest players that Kentucky coach Kenny Brooks has ever had on a team

by LARRY VAUGHT Kentucky assistant coach Josh Petersen insists he’s not “exaggerating” when he talks about how often opponents either double team, or maybe triple team, junior center Clara Strack. “Every time she touches the […]

Anna Lou Conover, age 101, of Russell Springs

Anna Lou Conover, of Russell Springs, passed away Monday, March 2, 2026, at Fair Oaks Health and Rehabilitation, in Jamestown. She was 101 years, 2 months, and 30 days of age. Born December 3, 1924, […]

Betty Kerr, age 81

Betty Kerr, age 81, died Monday March 2, 2026. She was born on December 8, 1944. She was a homemaker but most of all she was a Christian who professed her faith in Christ and […]

Wills signs to play football at Georgetown College

Russell County Laker Football senior Kinnett Wills made it official yesterday, signing to continue his football career at Georgetown College. Wills officially signed his letter of intent in front of a big crowd at the […]

Ford gives update on planning process for new middle school

A lot of behind-the-scenes planning has been ongoing in preparation for the Russell County School District’s planned project to construct a new middle school. Russell County Schools Superintendent Michael Ford was a guest on Community […]

Hoover recognized by FBI Director Patel, Congressman Hal Rogers

Monticello Police Chief and Jamestown resident Joey Hoover was recognized last week at a law enforcement appreciation luncheon in Manchester. Hoover was recognized by Congressman Hal Rogers of Kentucky’s 5th Congressional District. Rogers presented Hoover […]