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🌱 When do Russellville students head back to school this year?

Russellville, Alabama Patch AM: a 4 min read

Hey hey Russellville! Your one-stop source for local news is here. Continue reading for all the updates. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • When do Russellville students head back to school this year?
  • How will Tharptown stack up against Russellville on the court?

Also on today's calendar: Colbert Lawrence Social Shootout at Truskers.

Today's riddle: What has four eyes and can’t see? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Wednesday: Mostly sunny and humid, with a high of 86 and low of 69 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Thursday: Mostly sunny and humid, temps: high: 90, low: 70.
  • Friday: A t-storm around in the p.m., with a high of 91 and low of 71 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Mark Your Calendars: Back-to-School dates across North Alabama (whnt.com) — Families in Russellville should note that Russellville City Schools students head back to class on August 6, 2026. The roundup also lists start dates for Franklin County Schools and neighboring districts across North Alabama, helping parents coordinate schedules, transportation, and last-minute school prep before doors open regionwide.
   

• Tharptown volleyball team striving to surpass 2025 success, reach new heights in 2026 (franklinfreepress.net) — Tharptown High’s volleyball team is gearing up for 2026 with a veteran lineup and several key newcomers, including matches scheduled against nearby Russellville. Coach Lori Huffaker aims to top last year’s 17 wins, defend the Franklin County Tournament title, and navigate a newly realigned Class 2A area featuring Lexington, Colbert County, and Sheffield.
   

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Ok Russellville! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Mississippi (Thank you Eloy R. for sending it in!)
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Stay in the loop with what's happening in Russellville

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