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Russell County voter turnout nearly 62 percent

November 5, 2020 Zac Oakes
Nearly 62 percent of registered voters in Russell County casted a ballot in the November general election. That number is considered unofficial as of right now. However, in examining the total number of votes cast, […]
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Unofficial 2020 General Election Russell County Vote Totals

November 3, 2020 Zac Oakes
The vote totals below include absentee and in-person voting (both early in-person and election day voting) President Donald Trump – 7506 Joe Biden – 1329   U.S. Senate Mitch McConnell – 6911 Amy McGrath – […]
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Russell County has 5th highest turnout in early voting

October 26, 2020 Zac Oakes
Voters have had the ability to vote early in the 2020 General Election, and Russell County voters have taken advantage, producing one of the highest early voting turnouts in Kentucky as of last Thursday. The […]
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Early voting begins today

October 13, 2020 Zac Oakes
Russell County voters can begin casting their ballots in-person today by utilizing early voting as part of the election plan drawn up by Secretary of State Michael Adams and Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear. Early in-person […]
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Nine running for six spots on Russell Springs City Council

October 12, 2020 Zac Oakes
It’s expected to be a competitive race for seats on the Russell Springs City Council, as nine candidates will face off for six spots on the city’s legislative council. The race features six incumbents and […]
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McConnell – McGrath debate is tonight

October 12, 2020 Zac Oakes
  Voters will be able to hear directly from the two candidates running for U.S. Senate in Kentucky tonight during a televised debate. U.S. Sen. Mitch McConnell, the Senate Majority Leader who has represented Kentucky […]
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Russell County leading the way locally for poll volunteers

October 6, 2020 Zac Oakes
In light of a shortage of poll workers for the upcoming general election, Kentucky Secretary of State Michael Adams opened up a portal for citizens to sign up as volunteers. Russell County is leading the […]
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Examining polling locations in nearby counties

October 2, 2020 Zac Oakes
As Election Day draws near, counties are preparing for a general election unlike any in recent memory. While voters have the option to vote absentee due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic and early voting will […]
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Sample ballot for November General Election

September 24, 2020 Zac Oakes
The sample ballot for the November General Election in Russell County has been released from the Kentucky Secretary of State’s office. Below is the sample ballot. Simply click on the link below and the ballot […]
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Upcoming election dates to know

September 23, 2020 Zac Oakes
Voters in Russell County should be aware of upcoming important dates regarding the November general election. Below are a few dates to know that will be coming up soon. Oct. 5 – Last Day to […]
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