The Russell Community Impact Award Committee is pleased to announce Andrea Krug Krauss as the distinguished recipient of the February 2025 Russell Community Impact Award. This award recognizes individuals, businesses, or organizations whose exceptional contributions have significantly enriched the fabric of the Russell community.
Andrea's nomination describes her as a driving force behind many community projects through her involvement in multiple community organizations. Her leadership through organizations such as Rotary, Russell PRIDE, Inc., and Russell Development, Inc. have been instrumental in development efforts within our community. She has spent countless hours writing grants and volunteering her time and effort to make many projects in Russell possible, such as the Holland Hotel renovation to create new housing opportunities, the Maker Space Project to promote workforce and economic development, and community improvement projects such as the Rotary splash pad, Memorial Park walking trail, and the bridge in Fossil Park.
Andrea has also served our community through representation on the USD 407 School Board, the Russell County Hospital Board, Russell Area Chamber of Commerce, and through various leadership positions in our local and district Rotary club. Andrea's extraordinary efforts to make improvements within our community to support housing, economic development, and quality of life display her unwavering commitment toward our community's continued development and have made notable contributions to its development and growth. These innovative efforts make Andrea Krug Krauss an ideal candidate for this award.
As the winner of the Russell Community Impact Award, Andrea received a $250 donation to the non-profit of her choice. Andrea chose the IDEA Works Maker Space as the recipient. Mayor Jim Cross and KRSL/KZRS Russell Radio representative Travis Hendrix presented Andrea with a $250 check for the IDEA Works Maker Space at the March 18, 2025, city council meeting.
If you know of someone like Andrea who is making a positive impact on Russell, you can nominate them for the Russell Community Impact Awards. By participating in this initiative, you play a vital role in recognizing and honoring those who contribute to the community's growth and well-being.
Nominations for the Russell Community Impact Awards can be submitted online at www.russellcity.org or downloaded from www.russellcity.org or www.krsl.com. Additionally, nomination forms are available for pickup at the City Building, 133 W. 8th Street, or KRSL/KZRS Russell Radio, 1984 N. Main Street.
Let's come together to celebrate individuals like Andrea, who embody the spirit of Russell and make our community a better place for all.
For more information about the Russell Community Impact Awards, please get in touch with Kayla at 785.483.6311.
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