The future of the Marianna’s Russ House
It’s somewhat sad to see Marianna’s iconic Russ House, the stately mansion that housed the Jackson County Chamber of Commerce and, currently, the Jackson County Tourist Development Council, with a For Sale sign out. The antebellum structure is perhaps the most stunning example of period architecture in the city.
That’s why we believe the TDC is on the right track with its recommendation that the county purchase the building from the Chamber for $195,000, which seems to be a fair price.