In July 30 Issue
When school resumes at Russell County High on August 5th, one familiar face will be noticeably absent from the hallways, longtime English teacher "Buddy" Mason.

In July 30 Issue
A blend of the rugged individualism of the American Cowboy and a quest for perfect teamwork between horse and rider was on exhibition in last week in the Kentucky Horse Park's new indoor arena.

In July 30 Issue
The Russell County Grand Jury returned truebills in four indictments presented to it at their monthly meeting this week.

In July 30 Issue
The Laker and Lady Laker golf teams are gearing up for a big 2009.

In July 30 Issue
Seven members of the Russell Rays swim team and Coach Lauren Wade attended the  Bluegrass State Games held at Shillito Park Lexington on July 25-26.

In July 30 Issue
School is getting ready to open the doors on a new year. It will be a notable year for the Davenport family as Chanson will be in his senior year.

In July 30 Issue
It appears that most all of us are getting a new education in the fine art of politics.

Although the summer may seem to be coming to an end with the start

of school, there is still plenty of time, and several great events, taking

place at Wolf Creek National Fish Hatchery!  So check out the

following and make plans to be a part of our hatchery happenings!

ONLINE UPDATE-July 28

Russell County was crowned state champions Tuesday night after sweeping through four games in the 15-year-old East Kentucky Babe Ruth state tournament in Lexington. See the full story in this week's edition of the Times Journal

In July 25 Issue
Russell County News
Someone pointed out to me recently that I have one son starting his senior year in high school...and another son starting Kindergarten.
Yeah, I had the same reaction.

In July 25 Issue
Russell County News
“I can’t get no respect” was the catch phrase that Rodney Dangerfield was best known for during his stand up comedy career.

In July 25 Issue
Russell County News
"We're in the process of making sure all school activities are in place," said Susan Melton. "From two-thirty to six-thirty it will be used for swim team practices."

In July 25 Issue
Russell County News
The Free and Reduced Lunch program is more and more important as the economy continues through the problems it is, and Susan Melton said the criteria for entering the program has moved higher.

In July 25 Issue
Russell County News
This past weekend was a very busy time for the Ol Boys Toys Car Club.

In July 23 Issue
The regulation Little League baseball field at the Jamestown City Park was rightfully given its new name on Sunday during a commemoration ceremony at the park

In July 23 Issue
Deputy Cary York said he was summoned to the home of Billy W. Futs July 15th after the man said he was injured when an intruder knocked him to the floor while fleeing.

In July 23 Issue
We're still two weeks away from the official start of this year's U.S. 127 Corridor Sale, but several yard sales are already being set up in advance to take advantage of the weeks leading up to the big weekend August 6th through 9th.