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The Russell County Airport is doing much more than serving pilots. Local leaders say it’s also playing an important role in economic development and helping position Russell County for future growth. Airport Board Chairman John […]

Attorney General Russell Coleman has announced a new online dashboard allowing Kentuckians to track how opioid settlement funds are being spent across the Commonwealth. The dashboard, created in partnership with the University of Kentucky’s Rapid […]

Russell County Hospital has received the Rural Stroke Silver Award American Heart Association “Get with the Guidelines” achievement award for demonstrating a commitment to following up-to-date, research-based guidelines for the treatment of heart disease and […]

UK’s Agriculture and Natural Resources Agent for Russell County, Jonathan Oakes, says the recent stretch of extreme heat has created challenges for farmers and home gardeners across Russell County. Oakes says there are several steps […]

A community blood drive this week at Russell County Hospital will help ensure lifesaving blood is available for patients locally and across the region. The Kentucky Blood Center will host the drive Wednesday, July 8, […]

Jamestown Mayor Regena Hinton received a special surprise during Saturday evening’s Lakefest celebration in downtown Jamestown. City employees who have helped organize the annual event through the years had decided to declare Hinton a “Hometown Hero” in […]

A tragic Fourth of July accident has claimed the life of a four-year-old Pulaski County child. Pulaski County Coroner Clyde Strunk confirmed that the child, Rhett Luttrell, was pronounced deceased at the Lake Cumberland Regional […]

Updated Monday, July 6, 2026 @ 10:00 a.m. Kentucky State Police Investigates Fatal Collision on KY 70 in Casey County Kentucky State Police (KSP) Post 15 Troopers responded to a two-vehicle injury collision on KY […]