Year: 2026

Tax rates in the Russell County School District are expected to remain mostly unchanged, with a slight decrease proposed for real property. The rates recommended by Superintendent Michael Ford were unanimously approved by the school […]

Russell County Schools has launched a new initiative aimed at identifying the skills and qualities students should develop before graduation. Superintendent Michael Ford says the district’s “Portrait of a Learner” was created through the work […]

Congratulations to RCHS senior FFA member Piper Garmon and RCHS alumna Kendall Melton! 🎉 Both were recognized as State Champions in Public Speaking during Monday evening’s Russell County Board of Education meeting. Superintendent Michael Ford […]

Nearly a dozen preschool teachers and instructional assistants were honored during Monday evening’s Russell County School Board meeting. Superintendent Michael Ford presented certificates recognizing their work after the preschool programs at all three district elementary […]

A Kentucky law gives families and friends a legal path to help a loved one battling addiction—even when that person refuses treatment. Casey’s Law is named for Matthew Casey Wethington, who began experimenting with drugs […]

Jersie Smith of Albany was crowned 2026 America’s International Teen during the America’s International Miss Scholarship Pageant on Sunday. The national pageant was held August 14–16 in Pigeon Forge. America’s International Miss was established in […]

Black bear sightings have become increasingly common across Kentucky—including in places where residents are not accustomed to seeing them. More than a half-dozen bear sightings have been reported in Russell County in recent months. Across […]

Several people were taken to the hospital following a reported gas leak Sunday morning at Dishman’s Personal Care Home in Monticello. Firefighters responded at approximately 11:08 a.m. and evacuated the building while crews checked for […]