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Coach Mark Pope believes that Mo Dioubate’s physical toughness is a “priceless gift

January 20, 2026 Zac Oakes

by LARRY VAUGHT Every time Kentucky’s season has seemed on the brink of collapse the Wildcats have found a way to resurrect hopes for a successful season. In a three-game span, UK overcame first-half deficits […]

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Annette Patricia Mullin Kelsey, age 79

January 19, 2026 Sean Hammond

Annette Patricia Mullin Kelsey, Age 79, departed this life and entered the Kingdom of Heaven on Wednesday, January 14, 2026. Annette was born on March 11, 1946 in London Derry, Ireland to Francis Joseph and […]

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Carl Neal Richardson, age 76, of Russell Springs

January 19, 2026 Sean Hammond

Carl Neal Richardson, age 76, passed away Saturday, January 17, 2026, at his home in Russell Springs. Carl was born June 6, 1949, in Russell County, to Ralph and Catherine Loy Richardson. He loved spending […]

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Russell County splits doubleheader at Southwestern Friday night

January 19, 2026 Zac Oakes

Russell County split a doubleheader at Southwestern Friday night. The Lady Lakers fell to the Lady Warriors by a score of 49-37. Aniyah Coffey led Russell County with 19 points in the game, and Addy […]

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RCMS Wrestling takes second place in weekend competition

January 19, 2026 Zac Oakes

The Russell County Middle School Wrestling team took second place in the middle school Laker Duals over the weekend. The Lakers defeated Adair County, Northern Pulaski, and Wayne County, and was defeated by McCreary County.

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Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day Holiday closings

January 19, 2026 Zac Oakes

We have some closings to report for the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day Holiday today. The Russell County Judicial Center and Russell County Courthouse are closed today. Russell Springs and Jamestown City Hall are […]

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Bill that could return driver’s license renewals to county offices passes in KY Senate

January 19, 2026 Zac Oakes

A bill that could return driver’s license renewals and duplicates to county offices has passed through the Kentucky Senate. Charles Baglan files this report with details on Senate Bill 7, sponsored by Senator Aaron Reed […]

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City of Jamestown working to address water issue

January 19, 2026 Zac Oakes

The City of Jamestown is working to address a water issue involving a leak with one of its barges. At last Thursday’s city council meeting, the council approved a motion to contact a company based […]

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Columbia-Adair County Fire Dept called out to Summit Manor Nursing Home

January 19, 2026 Zac Oakes

Firefighters in Columbia were called out Friday to Summit Manor Nursing Home after reports came in of smoke coming from a downstairs hallway. When firefighters arrived on scene, residents were already being evacuated by nursing […]

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Chamber to hold first meeting of 2026 tomorrow

January 19, 2026 Zac Oakes

The Russell County Chamber of Commerce will hold its first meeting of the new year tomorrow. The chamber will meet at noon tomorrow at the Russell County Public Library. The featured speaker is Jeff Dick […]

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