Local Events

Upcoming January Blood Drives

The American Red Cross encourages eligible blood donors to start a lifesaving habit by becoming a regular blood donor this year, starting with National Blood Donor Month in January.

RPL Smoothie Making, Gluten Free Eating Seminar is Jan. 31

The Russell Public Library will host a smoothie making and gluten free eating seminar Saturday, January 31.

Waldo Lions Club Soup Supper is Jan. 31

You're invited to the Waldo Lions Club Soup Supper Saturday, January 31 at 6 PM at the Waldo Senior Center.

Dream Theater Hosting Big Game Party on Feb. 1

It’s time for the biggest game of the year and the Dream Theater in Russell wants you to see it on the biggest screen in town on Sunday, Feb. 1.

Upcoming February Blood Drives

In honor of Black History Month this February, and in the spirit of Dr. Charles Drew, an African-American surgeon who was the first medical director of the American Red Cross and a modern blood-banking pioneer, eligible donors as diverse as the patients who need their blood donations are encouraged to give blood to ensure a sufficient blood supply.

Bickerdyke Second Grade to Present "E-I-E-I-Oops" Feb. 5

All the animals on Old MacDonald's Farm are happily making their animal sounds...all except the cow. How can you make a discontented cow moo? The Bickerdyke Second Graders will try their best Thursday, February 5 at the Ruppenthal Middle School auditorium when they present the musical "E-I-E-I-Oops."

Russell Chamber Award Banquet is Feb. 7

Tickets are now available for the Russell Area Chamber of Commerce annual awards banquet to be held on Saturday, Feb. 7 at the Fossil Creek Hotel and Suites Dole-Specter Conference Center in Russell.