Obituaries
Ricky Dale George, age 57, of Jamestown
Ricky Dale George, of Jamestown, passed away on Friday January 2, 2026, at his home. He was 57 years of age. Ricky was born on May 18, 1968, he was the son of the late […]
Year: 2026
Obituaries
Mark Anthony Hopper, age 46, of Russell Springs
Mark Anthony Hopper, of Russell Springs, passed away Saturday, January 3, 2026, at his home. He was 46 years of age. Born December 14, 1979, in Cincinnati, Ohio, he was a son of the late […]
Obituaries
Kenneth Chester Kerns, age 79, of Bunker Hill, Indiana (formerly of Russell Springs)
Kenneth Chester Kerns,79, of Bunker Hill, Indiana passed away on December 23, 2025, at Indianapolis, Indiana. He was born April 1, 1946, in Russell County, Kentucky. Ken was a son, brother, husband, father, grandfather, and […]
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Boil water advisory in effect for Patty Ridge Road
A boil water advisory is in effect for Patty Ridge Road off North 127, starting at 1328 Patty Ridge Road extending to 447 Patty Ridge Road. This advisory is in effect until further notice due […]
Local Sports
Lakers, Lady Lakers go on the road for district matchups at Monroe County
The Russell County Laker and Lady Laker Basketball teams go on the road tonight for a district doubleheader at Monroe County. Tip-off between the Lady Lakers and Lady Falcons is set for 6 p.m. at […]
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Russell County woman arrested for allegedly abusing/neglecting an adult
A Russell County woman was arrested early this morning and charged with knowingly abusing or neglecting an adult. 45-year-old Regina Roy was arrested by Kentucky State Police this morning and lodged in the Russell County […]
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This weekend is last chance to drive through Lights at the Park
This weekend is the last weekend the drive-thru light display at the Russell Springs City Park will be available. The light display at the park will be open through Sunday. Lights at the Park will […]
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Glover expects polling places to remain the same for May primary election
We’ve officially entered an election year with the May primary election now just about 5 months away. Russell County Clerk Patti Glover said a heavy amount of election planning will begin this month, and said […]
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Some offices remain closed today
Some offices remain closed today following the New Year’s Day holiday. The Russell County Courthouse and Russell Springs City Hall are closed today. The Russell County Extension office is closed today. Jamestown City Hall, Russell […]
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Pulaski man facing federal charges in child sexual abuse case
A Pulaski County man is facing federal charges related to child sexual abuse material. 45-year-old Ricky Lee Bumgardner was charged by a federal grand jury last week on four counts of production of child pornography […]