Local News

Sunday Evening Storm Produces Tornado in Northwestern Russell County

A severe thunderstorm that passed through the northern part of Russell County Sunday evening reportedly produced a brief tornado.

Final Russell County Election Results: Waldo, Paradise Now Included

With canvassing now complete, the April 2 election results in Russell County are now official.

Citywide Cleanup Another Success

A citywide cleanup day in Russell took place Saturday and local officials say the program was again a success.

Homewood Named DCC Interim Director

Kay Homewood has been appointed as Interim Director of the Deines Cultural Center effective April 1, 2013 and until a permanent replacement is named.

Lucas City Councilman-Elect Not a US Citizen

The winner of a city council seat in Lucas probably won't ever serve in office, at least until he becomes a US citizen, according to the Associated Press.

Burglary, Theft Occurs at Wilson Lake Wildlife and Parks Building

A burglary and theft involving more than $1000 worth of equipment and vehicles from a Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks office and shop building in Wilson State Park was reported to authorities Wednesday.