Local News
City of Russell Fire Chief Dylan Riedel is asking for the community's help regarding a fire that occurred on July 4.
Fair season is officially here as the Ellsworth County Fair (July 18-23) and Russell County Free Fair (July 21-24) promise days of family fun and bringing a week of entertainment for all ages.
Just a few weeks ago, the all new, all accessible, all inclusive Russell Play Park opened at Memorial Park. Now the Russell Play Park committee is nearing another goal - to raise enough money to build...
A Nebraska woman was injured in a single motorcycle crash on Sunday morning in Barton County.
Weather has continued to stay consistent this week, allowing for farmers to continue on towards the finish of the 2026 harvest season. Producers have reported wrapping up with harvest by the end of th...
The silver lining of this year's quick wheat harvest was that it allowed Marc and I to get away from the farm for a few days over the Fourth of July.
An Ellsworth man was killed early Saturday morning, July 4 in Russell County after being struck by a pickup.
The Russell City Council will hold their regular meeting on Tuesday, July 7 at City Hall.
Kansas Tourism announces the start of the 2026 Sunflower Summer program and invites Kansas families to enjoy a season packed with unforgettable adventures. Created for Kansas students and their famili...
The State of Kansas ended June 2026 with total tax collections at $1.07 billion. That is $33.5 million, or 3.2%, above the estimate. Total tax collections were up 1.0% from June 2025.
Russell County Commissioners will meet on Monday, July 6 at 9 AM inside the commission chambers at the courthouse in Russell.
The Russell County USD 407 Board of Education held their annual board retreat on Saturday, June 27. Board members discussed goals and priorities for the 2026-27 school year and beyond and took action ...