Year: 2026

A Tennessee man was convicted of wanton murder and other charges in Casey Circuit Court yesterday in the death of an Adair County child stemming from a fatal wreck in December 2024. 47-year-old Joel Hammack […]

Pulaski man arrested for reportedly soliciting minor

A Pulaski County man was arrested and charged this week with Procuring or Promoting the Use of a Minor by Electronic Means. The Pulaski County Sheriff’s Office said 40-year-old Christopher Barger of Pulaski County allegedly […]

Marcum says operations at transfer station continue to go well

It’s been about eight months since the county took over operation of the transfer station on Landfill Road. Russell County Judge Executive Randy Marcum said operations continue to go well at the transfer station. The […]

Russell County High School Academic Team has strong showing in recent competition

The Russell County High School Academic Team had a strong showing in recent competition at Clinton County. The team finished 2nd in the Quick Recall competition. Adrian Rara earned 1st place in math, and 3rd […]

Bill looks to bring more Kentucky produce into local schools

A bill being considered in the Kentucky Senate aims to bring more agricultural products grown in Kentucky into local schools. Senate Bill 5 would provide local school districts participating in USDA Child Nutrition programs the […]

Peyton Plotts hit a team-best .359 for UK last year but coach Rachel Lawson says she can make hard contact on a bigger variety of pitches this season

by LARRY VAUGHT Junior outfielder Peyton Plotts hit a team-best 359 and also led Kentucky with 16 home runs, 15 doubles and 54 RBI’s in 2025. “She has not exceeded any of my expectations because […]

Randal Keith Nation, age 78, of Jamestown, formerly of Cumberland County

Randal Keith Nation, of Jamestown, formerly of Cumberland County, passed away Tuesday February 3, 2026, at Russell County Hospital. He was 78 years of age. Born August 28,1947, in Burkesville, he was a son of […]

Lady Lakers, Lakers pick up district wins at home over Metcalfe County

The Russell County Lady Lakers and Lakers were both victorious in a district doubleheader at home last night against Metcalfe County. Trailing 47-46 in overtime, Russell County’s Carigann Carpenter hit a three-pointer near the top […]

Laker Bowlers compete in region singles competition

The Laker Bowling team competed in the 2nd Region Tourrnament singles event yesterday. On the boys side, Phillip Muthler finished 27th with a score of 518 and Chase White finished 30th with a score of […]

Judge-Executive Marcum praises work of volunteers during winter storm

Russell County Judge-Executive Randy Marcum praised the work of local volunteers during the recent winter storm. Volunteers, like those from Russell County Search and Rescue as well as local fire departments, handled a variety of […]