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PFLAG of Russellville and Clarksville

A brief history of PFLAG: In 1972, a mothers love sparked a movement. Jeanne Manford, a New York schoolteacher, marched beside her gay son in the Christopher Street Liberation Day Parade, holding a sign that read, "Parents of Gays: Unite in Support for Our Children." Her simple yet powerful act of love and solidarity drew widespread attention - and countless parents reached out to her, seeking connection and understanding. From that moment, PFLAG (originally "Parents and Frie

Emily Young

11 hours ago3 min read

December Council Meeting 2025

The agenda prep and full meetings are both live streamed on Facebook and YouTube . December Present: Justin Keller, Chris Olson, Joe Pearson, Nathan George, Laura Wetzel, Paul Gray, Seth Bradley, Emily Young, and Mayor Teague Financial Report by Finance Director , Ashley Rogers As usual, I'm not good with the numbers part - but you can watch Ashley, who does an excellent job, go over everything HERE . Mayor's Report Appointment of Francis Lewis and Sean Wojtek to the Air

Emily Young

Dec 19, 20252 min read

November Council Meeting 2025

The agenda prep and full meetings are both live streamed on Facebook and YouTube . November Present: Justin Keller, Chris Olson (Acting Mayor), Joe Pearson, Nathan George, Laura Wetzel, Paul Gray, and Seth Bradley Not present: Emily Young, Mayor Teague Financial Report by Finance Director , Ashley Rogers As usual, I'm not good with the numbers part - but you can watch Ashley, who does an excellent job, go over everything HERE . Department Report from Steve Mallet, City C

Emily Young

Nov 20, 20252 min read

Pope County Fall Clean-Up

From Pope County Judge Release: The Pope County Fall Clean-Up will be held at the Road Department's new location at 7211 SR 124 in Russellville for citizens to use. Note: no businesses or contractors may utilize this service. October 27th-29th (Monday - Wednesday) from 7am to 4pm. October 30th (Thursday) from 7am to 7pm ACCEPTED ITEMS Trash (in bags), metals, appliances, batteries, paints (oil base only), household hazardous materials (such as antifreeze, insecticides, herbic

Emily Young

Oct 26, 20251 min read

October Council Meeting 2025

The agenda prep and full meetings are both live streamed on Facebook and YouTube . October Present: Justin Keller, Chris Olson, Joe Pearson, Nathan George, Emily Young, and Seth Bradley Not present: Laura Wetzel, Paul Gray Financial Report by Finance Director , Ashley Rogers As usual, I'm not good with the numbers part - but you can watch Ashley, who does an excellent job, go over everything here: https://www.youtube.com/live/qVBu1zUqKlA?si=S90BpeVTqFHFrLaT&t=270 Mayor's

Emily Young

Oct 16, 20253 min read