Winners Announced from Russell County Fair Horse Races

June 8, 2026 Sean Hammond WJRS News

We have winners from the horse races at the Russell County Fair on Saturday.

In the Run What You Brung, Tawney Abney took first place riding Whiskey Bent.

In the ¼ mile derby, Jonathan Browder took first place riding Dolly.

Ashley and McKenna West took first place in the Buddy Barrel Race.

Jonathan Browder and Lena took first place in the Pony Race.

In the 220 yard Quarter Horse Sprint, Randa Ballenger took first place riding Rona.

Troy Montgomery and Koselio took first place in the Russell County Derby.

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