First Baptist Church Russellville hosts reception

Bert Fowler retired in December after more than 28 years of service to First Baptist Church Russellville. The church hosted a reception Jan. 9 to honor him and his wife, Carole. Fowler was the associate pastor of worship and senior adults. “Bert has been a mainstay at First Baptist Church Russellville,” said Pastor Chase Dowdy to the Franklin Free Press.…