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Motorcyclist Killed in Pulaski County Crash

June 11, 2026 Sean Hammond
Kentucky State Police are investigating a fatal crash involving a motorcycle and an SUV in Pulaski County. According to KSP, the collision happened around 6 p.m. Wednesday on KY 3091 near the intersection of Wilson […]
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Russell County Farm Bureau Recognizes Teacher, Scholarship Recipients

June 11, 2026 Sean Hammond
The Russell County Farm Bureau is recognizing outstanding local students and educators for their achievements and commitment to agriculture education.   Lindsay McFarland, a kindergarten teacher at Salem Elementary School, has been named the 2026 […]
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Summer Feeding Program Serves More Than 14,000 Meals on First Pickup Day

June 11, 2026 Sean Hammond
A summer feeding program is off to a strong start after serving more than 14,000 meals to local children on its first pickup day of the season. Program organizers report that 14,154 meals were distributed […]
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Bonnie Sue Acree, age 70, of Russell Springs

June 11, 2026 Sean Hammond
Bonnie Sue Acree, of Russell Springs, passed away on Tuesday, June 9, 2026, at her home. She was 70 years of age. Born on March 21, 1956, in Kokomo, Indiana, Bonnie was a daughter of […]
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Russell County Population Growth Projected Through 2050

June 10, 2026 Sean Hammond
New population data and long-range projections suggest Russell County could continue to see steady growth over the next several decades. According to U.S. Census estimates, Russell County’s population has increased from 17,991 residents in 2020 […]
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Summer Meals To-Go Program Begins Today

June 10, 2026 Sean Hammond
Russell County families are reminded that the Summer Meals To-Go program begins today. Meal distribution will take place at Russell County High School, with families asked to enter through Erik Lane. Pickup hours are scheduled […]
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Russell County High School Announces New Staff

June 10, 2026 Sean Hammond
Russell County High School is welcoming several new faces to its staff for the upcoming school year. School officials have announced the hiring of Jordan Turner as the new head principal, Brandon Cooper as assistant […]
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Somerset Man Arrested on Drug Indictment

June 10, 2026 Sean Hammond
A Somerset man has been arrested on a Pulaski Circuit Court indictment. Somerset Police took 48-year-old James Curtis West into custody around 3:45 Tuesday morning on West Columbia Street. Authorities say West was served with […]
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Clinton County Fair Opens June 11

June 10, 2026 Sean Hammond
The Clinton County Fair is gearing up for ten days of exhibits, pageants, rides, food, and motorsports begins tomorrow, continuing through June 20 at the Clinton County Fairgrounds in Albany. Fair activities kick off Thursday, […]
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Lakefest 2026 Set for July 3-4 in Jamestown

June 9, 2026 Sean Hammond
The City of Jamestown is getting ready to celebrate Independence Day with its annual Lakefest Celebration, set for Friday, July 3rd and Saturday, July 4th. Festivities kick off on Friday evening with the Lakefest Beauty […]
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