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Russell highlighted in magazine for strategic location
For the second consecutive year, the City of Russell is prominently featured in Site Selection Magazine's annual State of Kansas Economic Development Guide. In 2023, Russell was showcased in Kansas—The State of Unexpected, and in 2024, it secured a place of distinction as one of two investment profiles in Kansas—The New Gold Standard. City staff worked with the Site Selection team to create a profile highlighting our amenities, quality of life, and transportation access.
40+ properties damaged in Russell after Sunday's storm
From the City of Russell... The City of Russell and Russell County experienced severe weather on the afternoon of May 19. A tornado warning preceded the storm that swept through the area, causing golf ball-sized hail and 82 mph wind gusts. The storm caused significant damage to homes, businesses, vehicles, and the City's electric distribution system. Three structures were completely leveled. At 3:28 PM on Sunday, the tornado sirens were activated in Russell, and the National Weather Service issued a warning for a confirmed tornado on the ground west of the city. Additional reports from law enforcement and storm spotters confirmed tornadoes between Gorham and Russell moving east toward the city.
Patsy Denault receives Russell Community Impact Award
From the City of Russell... The Russell Community Impact Award Committee is pleased to announce Patsy Denault as the April 2024 Russell Community Impact Award recipient. This award recognizes individuals, businesses, or organizations in the city of Russell whose selfless efforts have made a tangible, measurable impact on the community.
NWS found 2 areas of tornado damage in central-Kansas
RUSSELL COUNTY —The National Weather Service damage survey team found two areas of tornado damage across central Kansas from Sunday's storms. According to the National Weather Service, the first tornado rated EF1 with maximum winds of 98mph. It was on the ground northwest of Russell from 3:32 to 3:42p.m. and traveled 1.7 miles. A majority of the damage was to numerous power poles.
City of Russell to offer tree limb pick-up
From the City of Russell... Russell residents who have downed tree limbs from Sunday’s storm are asked to place the limbs curbside and call the City Building at 483-6311 with your name and address. City crews will begin picking up tree limbs from this storm on Thursday, May 23rd,...
🎙Ellis County Historical Society breaks ground on Victoria satellite location
VICTORIA—The Ellis County Historical Society broke ground Thursday on a satellite location in the former St. John's Nursing Home in Victoria. The building is being developed by the Victoria Community Coalition. Work on senior apartments has begun on the north side of the former nursing home. The historical society...
Russell County 4-H Development Fund awards scholarships
The Russell County 4-H Development Fund is a non-profit organization whose mission is to secure funds from private and public sources in order to support 4-H programs, 4-H members, and 4-H alumni. On April 9th, 2024, the Russell County 4-H Development Fund board met and reviewed six scholarship applications from...
Hays receives $12.5M Build Kansas grant for R9 water supply project
Hays Mayor Shaun Musil is pleased to announce that the City of Hays has been named the recipient of a Build Kansas grant in the amount of $12.5 million for the project to develop a long-term water supply on its property in Edwards County. Hays is undertaking the project jointly...
NWS found 2 areas of tornado damage in central-Kansas
RUSSELL COUNTY —The National Weather Service damage survey team found two areas of tornado damage across central Kansas from Sunday's storms. According to the National Weather Service, the first tornado rated EF1 with maximum winds of 98mph. It was on the ground northwest of Russell from 3:32 to 3:42p.m. and traveled 1.7 miles. A majority of the damage was to numerous power poles.
Russell recovers: severe destructive storm causes widespread damage
The City of Russell and Russell County experienced severe weather on the afternoon of May 19. A tornado warning preceded the storm that swept through the area, causing golf ball-sized hail and 82 mph wind gusts. The storm caused significant damage to homes, businesses, vehicles, and the City's electric distribution system. Three structures were completely leveled.
Midwest Energy receives $8M grant to replace aging gas lines
Sen. Jerry Moran, R-Kan., was in Hays Friday to announce a federal grant for Midwest Energy. An $8.1 million grant will pay to replace 68 miles of legacy bare steel natural gas pipeline in northern Barton County, southern Russell County and western Ellsworth County with a modern polyethylene pipeline. The...
Russell hosts BBQ for Public Service Recognition Week
From the City of Russell... The Russell City Council and staff hosted a BBQ lunch at the City Building to celebrate Public Service Recognition Week. The event honored the men and women who serve the community as local government employees. Over 100 attendees from the city, county, and school districts attended.
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