Local News

Commodity Distribution is This Week

Government surplus commodities will be distributed in Russell at two locations this week, one on Tuesday and the other on Wednesday.

Advantage First Addition Breaks Ground

A ribbon cutting and ground breaking ceremony was held on Thursday, Aug. 15 for a new housing development in Russell.

East Wichita Ave. Resurfacing Project Resumes

Recent rains both locally and across the state have delayed a road resurfacing project for East Wichita Ave. in Russell, but according to city officials, milling and overlay work began again Friday.

Sidewalk Replacement Program is Underway

Recently, City of Russell officials launched a joint sidewalk replacement program aimed at removing old, damaged and unsafe sections of residential area sidewalks in Russell and replacing them with new concrete.

Multiple Area Law Enforcement Departments Involved in Wednesday Night Vehicle Pursuit

A vehicle pursuit ensued Wednesday night northwest of Russell near Beatty Road and 176th after a local man with a felony no bond warrant fled a Russell County Sheriff's Deputy traffic stop.

UPDATE: USD 407 Budget Passed, Teacher Negotiations Finalized; Minutes Included

The 2013-2014 school year is almost here in Russell and USD 407 Board of Education members met Monday evening to finalize the upcoming year's budget, polices and staffing.

SHPTV Pledge Drive Begins August 17

Great programming and great deals await folks who watch Smoky Hills Public Television's next pledge drive, which begins August 17 and runs through August 25.