City of Russell Springs, KY

06/13/2026

A full pool, joyous laughter and squeals from the splash pad, ball fields full of determined athletes, concessions cooking, picnics set up everywhere... Oh, you know, just a typical Saturday at the Russell Springs City Park. Mayor Eddie Thomas said the park and the tremendous amount of support shown for it "is truly a blessing." With increased use and interest shown, "the community spoke, and we listened," Mayor Thomas said. Starting Monday, June 15, the popular splash pad will now be open until 6 p.m. (Rentals are available from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.) For pool hours and information, visit the Joseph Smith Hayes Memorial Pool page or call (270) 866-6402. The Russell Springs City Park features other amenities such as a fenced in "Bark Park" for dogs, pickleball, walking trails, and more. C'mon out as there is truly something for everybody!

06/12/2026

With a city which serves beyond its boundaries, Mayor Eddie Thomas was honored to travel to the Wolf Creek Dam this morning to present an Anchor Award to Rick Napier, of Big Daddy's Eats & Treats. Anchor Awards are given to those who serve the city or community in exemplary fashion, and Thomas said Napier's eatery, adjacent to Kendall Park and the Wolf Creek Fish Wolf Creek National Fish Hatchery, draws people in from near and far. Big Daddy's Eats & Treats has become one of the most popular stops during tourist season. Russell County Judge Executive Randy Marcum also presented Napier with a Kentucky Colonel commission, the highest title of honor bestowed by the Commonwealth of Kentucky.

06/12/2026

Mayor Eddie Thomas recognized Allie Wilkerson this evening at the monthly meeting of the Russell Springs City Council. Wilkerson was one of two students to receive $1,000 scholarships from the city. She received the Russell Springs Achievement Scholarship, and Myli Gaskin, who was not able to attend the meeting, was the recipient of a $1,000 H.M. Bottom Scholarship. On behalf of the city, Mayor Thomas praised the achievements of local youth and pledged to always lend support.

06/11/2026

A one-day only softball tournament will soon swing into Russell Springs. The All Star Team Softball Tournament is set for Saturday, June 27 at the Russell Springs City Park. Categories for 7U & 8U and 10U & 12U will be featured in the tournament. The City Park has ample parking, and offers amenities such as a walking trail, the Joseph Smith Hayes Memorial Swimming Pool, a splash pad, picnic areas and pickleball, along with other amenities. Come to have fun! For more information, contact Scott Jones at (270) 585-9714.

06/06/2026

Mayor Eddie Thomas and Councilman Gary Frost represented the city this afternoon at an official Ribbon Cutting for the new ARC Pregnancy Support Center. Mayor Thomas delighted a large crowd in attendance when he handed over a deed for land adjacent to the center at 82 Brian Walters Drive. For the cost of $1, the center can now expand and/or use the additional land for their benefit. Thomas said the city is fortunate to have the center because it serves Adair, Russell and Casey counties.

06/04/2026

Mayor Eddie Thomas, city officials, representatives from Kenvirons Civil & Environmental Engineers, Cleary Construction, and the LCADD were on site along U.S. 127 today to see the progression of a Cast Iron & Asbestos Cement Waterline Replacement Project. The project, which will incur NO cost to taxpayers, was made possible through a $2.3 million dollar grant. Mayor Thomas said many trips to Washington, D.C. and Frankfort have forged proactive working relationships which benefit not only the city, but the entire community. Thomas said projects of this type are essential to improve the quality of life for citizens, and improve infrastructure moving forward to the future. Work is also presently underway at land recently purchased by the Russell County Industrial Development Authority. Mayor Thomas said signs of progress are being seen all around the city, "and hopefully they'll be more to come."

06/03/2026

Mayor Eddie Thomas, flanked by Russell Springs City Council Members Lance Huckaby, Ricky Barnes, Sherry Bottom Daniel, and Gary Frost, all wish to invite everyone out to the Russell County Jaycees Fair this evening to stop by the city's booth to register for some great prizes to be given away, and enjoy that famous fair food, fun, and fellowship! The City of Russell Springs is proud to be home to the historic Veterans Fairgrounds and the Russell County Fair! See you there!

06/02/2026

June is going to be a big month for sports fans in the City of Russell Springs! BATTLE OF THE SPRINGS is an all-star baseball tournament coming to the Russell Springs City Park June 13-14, then a one day only ALL STAR TEAM SOFTBALL TOURNAMENT follows on June 27. For more information, contact Scott Jones at (270) 585-9714.

05/25/2026

On behalf of the City of Russell Springs, Mayor Eddie Thomas wishes to thank all players, parents, family members, fans, and spectators who participated in the Kings & Queens of the Turf Tournament this past weekend. Hundreds of people visited the Gateway to Lake Cumberland for this exciting event.

Final rankings are as follows:

🥎 8U Softball
🏆 Champions: Bagdad Softball Club
🥈 Runner-Up: Dottie’s
🥎 9U Softball
🏆 Champions: Troopers
🥈 Runner-Up: Hot Shots
⚾ 8U Baseball
🏆 Champions: SOKY Soldiers
🥈 Runner-Up: CKT

Miss Georgia Hensley also hit a home run during the tourney!
The City of Russell Springs is excited to serve as host to more events in the future!

05/24/2026

After a Saturday of softball action in Russell Springs which brought hundreds of spectators to the city, Mayor Eddie Thomas is excited to announce Kentucky Storm Softball, Powerhouse Diamonds and War Path will be playing tomorrow, Sunday May 24, at the softball field adjacent to the SCC Russell Center at 848 W. Steve Wariner Drive. Play is set to begin at 1 p.m. Mayor Thomas has long been a proponent of providing the best, possible playing fields and opportunities to the community, and welcomes athletic enthusiasts of all sports to visit Russell Springs, "The Gateway to Lake Cumberland!"

Kentucky Storm got rained out today, but picked up another tournament tomorrow at Russell Springs!

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