Local News

Pfeifer Attends FFA District Officer's Conference

Caden Pfeifer of the Russell FFA Chapter participated in the Kansas FFA District Officer's Conference (DOC) held at the Marriott Convention Center in Junction City on August 11 and 12. Pfeifer serves as the Northwest District Treasurer.

Cumulative RHS Graduate Files from 2006-2011 Available

If you graduated from Russell High School between 2006 and 2011, you may pick up your cumulative file at the RHS office.

Prester Attends FFA District Officer's Conference

Mason Prester of the Wilson FFA Chapter participated in the Kansas FFA District Officer's Conference (DOC) held at the Marriott Convention Center in Junction City on August 11 and 12. Prester serves as the North Central District Sentinel.

Russell Man Arrested for Marijuana Following Traffic Stop

A Russell man was arrested for possession of marijuana Saturday evening in Russell following a traffic stop.

SHPTV Raising Funds for Two Capital Projects

Smoky Hills Public Television has begun a capital campaign to fund two projects.

Mississippi Man Sentenced to Life After Death Penalty Voided

A Mississippi man whose death sentence was overturned in 2014 has been resentenced to life in prison. State prison records show 44-year-old Roger Gillett was resentenced last month.

KDWPT Commission Schedules Meeting in Russell

In response to Kansas House Bill (HB) No. 2280 – which was signed by Governor Jeff Colyer, M.D. on May 18, 2018 and became law on June 7, 2018 – the Kansas Wildlife, Parks and Tourism Commission will begin meeting more frequently.