Russell County is a county located in the southeastern part of Alabama. As of the 2010 census, the population was 52,947. The county seat is Phenix City.
Russell County was created by the Alabama legislature on December 18, 1832, from land ceded by the Creek Indian Nation by the Treaty of Cusseta. The county was named in honor of Colonel Gilbert C. Russell, who served as the commander of Fort Mitchell during the Creek War of 1813-1814.
The county is home to several notable landmarks, including the Phenix City Amphitheater, the Russell County Courthouse, and the Lakepoint Resort State Park. The county is also home to many historical sites and structures, such as the old Phenix City Armory and the old Phenix City Post Office.
Russell County is primarily agricultural, with crops such as corn, cotton, and soybeans being the main products. The county also has a strong forestry industry, with pine and hardwood trees being the primary species harvested.
The county is governed by a five-member commission, with members elected from single-member districts. The commission serves as the legislative and executive branch of the county government. The commission is responsible for setting policies and adopting laws, as well as managing the county's finances and overseeing the administration of county government.
Russell County is served by the Russell County School District, which includes one high school, one middle school, and five elementary schools. The county is also home to several private schools and a community college.
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