*The city council of Russellville met last week to start a conversation about raising the starting salary for the members of RPD along with other raises within the department. The raise for the first level position would be significant and hopefully bring more qualified applicants and retain good officers over the long term. Covid is rampant in our area and we discuss state laws that will be put into effect soon. Sass and The Beard is brought to you by Big River Materials in Russellville. Contact them for dirtwork and gravel needs. 479-968-7666