Why We Preserve: The Value of Historic Preservation
Historic preservation is more than saving old buildings - it is a vital public purpose that strengthens communities culturally, environmentally, socially, and economically. By protecting the built environment, we preserve stories, identities, and resources that would otherwise be lost. Below are the key reasons why historic preservation matters and why it continues to be an essential tool for thriving communities. Historic preservation helps maintain the architectural and aes
Emily Young
2 days ago3 min read
Russellville's Offbeat History: Scott Bradley
Scott Bradley: The Musical Genius Behind MGM's Golden Age of Cartoons When people think of classic animated cartoons, the images of Tom and Jerry, Droopy, or Screwy Squirrel often come to mind. But behind the frantic chases, perfectly timed gags, and emotional beats was a composer whose music defined the Golden Age of animation: Scott Bradley, and he was from right here in Russellville. Walter Scott Bradley was born on November 26, 1891, in Russellville, Arkansas. A gifted pi
Emily Young
Jan 173 min read
Avoid The False Path
"Let your sense of rebellion fill you with energy and purpose."
Emily Young
Jan 173 min read
January Council Meeting 2026
Our agenda and regular meetings are both held in the 2nd floor Chambers of City Hall. They are also both live streamed on Facebook and YouTube . See the full agenda items here: This post covers special session, finance, and agenda prep held on January 13th, 2026. Thirteen days into the new year, the Russellville City Council met in the Council chambers to approve the City Council Rules of Procedure & Standing Rules, assign committees and liaisons, hold their finance meeting,
Emily Young
Jan 133 min read
A Beginners Guide to the New Skatepark
Russellville’s Harmon skate-park, at 201-220 Independence Ave, beside Ridgewood Brother’s BBQ and behind Newton’s Pharmacy, recently re-opened to the public following weeks of construction on a new 7,000 sq. foot addition. The additions to the built-in concrete park have been in planning and development with the City of Russellville for three years with major community support and leadership from Drew Wilson, a local tattoo artist and skate-brand owner . Constructed by Primar
SJ Poulton
Jan 1312 min read
January Book Club Picks at DEB
A new month means a new round of books to read for all our bookclubs! To make things easy, we compile a list of all the books and all the ways you can get them. "How do you mean?", you might ask. Well, I mean because you can get a physical copy, an ebook, or even an audiobook and most all of the titles! Plus, each and every way helps support your local bookstore! So, naturally, we want to make it as easy as possible to connect you to your preferred way of reading. See below f
Emily Young
Jan 121 min read
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
Jan 93 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