Russell County, Administrative county in Kentucky, United States
Russell County sits at coordinates 36.99°N and 85.06°W, encompassing numerous residential areas and agricultural lands within its territorial boundaries.
The Kentucky General Assembly formally established Russell County on December 14, 1825, designating Jamestown as the administrative center of the region.
The county government maintains several public facilities in Jamestown, where residents gather for municipal meetings and community activities throughout the year.
Local administrative services, including property tax collection, marriage licenses, and vehicle registration, operate from the Russell County Courthouse in Jamestown.
The county's geographical position places it within a network of Kentucky administrative divisions that manage local governance independently while coordinating with state authorities.
Location: Kentucky
Inception: December 14, 1825
Capital city: Jamestown
Shares border with: Adair County, Cumberland County, Clinton County, Wayne County, Pulaski County, Casey County
Website: http://russellcountyky.com
GPS coordinates: 36.99000,-85.06000
Latest update: March 11, 2025 07:40
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