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Ruth Hadley, age 79, of Russell Springs

December 31, 2019 Sean Hammond

Ruth Hadley, age 79, of Russell Springs, passed away Tuesday, December 31st, 2019 at her residence. She is survived by: One Daughter Martha Hadley of Russell Springs One Son Tim Hadley of Liberty One Sister […]

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O. Roger Harris, age 74, of Indiana

December 31, 2019 Sean Hammond

O. Roger Harris, age 74, of Indiana, passed away Sunday, December 29th, 2019 at his residence. He is survived by: Two Children Laura and Warren Harris, both of Indiana One Sister Diana Williams of Zoe […]

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Trading Post Items- Tuesday

December 31, 2019 Sean Hammond

1. 2002 Mazda 626 and a 2010 Chevy Alveo for sale (270)585-1381 2. Looking for 2 13,  a Radiator for a 90 Chevy 1500 a Dog House and has for sale a spare 15″ tire […]

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Office Closures During Holiday

December 31, 2019 Sean Hammond

Several county offices will be closed today and tomorrow in observance of the New Year’s Holiday. Among the offices closed today and tomorrow: The Russell County Judge Executive’s Office, the Russell Circuit Clerk’s Office, the […]

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Law Enforcement Stepping Up Enforcement During New Year Holiday

December 31, 2019 Sean Hammond

Kentucky State Police and local law enforcement agencies will be out in full force this New Year Holiday. Tammy Sexton has more…

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Local Group is Building and Donating Bunk Beds

December 31, 2019 Sean Hammond

WJRS News spoke to Matt Gosser about the group and their goals… Gosser tells us how anyone in the community that would like to help financially can do so…

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Charles Edwin Grider, age 72, of Lexington

December 31, 2019 Sean Hammond

Charles Edwin Grider, age 72, of Lexington, passed away Sunday, December 29th, 2019 at the UK Medical Center in Lexington. He is survived by: One Sister Nancy Grider Two Brothers Roger and Ronald Grider A […]

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Laker Sports, Tuesday, December 31st

December 31, 2019 Sean Hammond
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Sharon Lee Mondie, age 34, of Ohio

December 30, 2019 Sean Hammond

Sharon Lee Mondie, age 34, of Ohio, passed away Wednesday, December 25th, 2019 at the University of Cincinnati Hospital. She is survived by: Her Father Junior Mon die of Indiana Step-Mother Vickie Mondie of Indiana […]

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Danny Keith Rogers, age 51, of Russell Springs

December 30, 2019 Sean Hammond

Danny Keith Rogers, age 51, of Russell Springs, passed away Sunday, December 29th, 2019 at Kindred Hospital. He is survived by: His Wife Kerrie Derby of Russell Springs Graveside services will be held Wednesday, January […]

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  • Community Conversation 8-12

    Superintendent Michael Ford joins Jeff Hoover to discuss the start of the new school year, the latest progress on the new middle school, the completed Laker Band practice area, school facility priorities, teacher recruitment, and the need for substitute teachers across the district.

  • Community Conversation 8-10

    Jeff Hoover talks with Kristina Burton of the Russell County Public Library about the upcoming grand opening of The Green, including the new Bank of Jamestown Pavilion, community events, and opportunities for families. They also discuss the library’s returning homework help program, teen advisory board, book clubs, and other ways the library is serving the Russell County community.

  • Community Conversation 8-6

    Russell Springs City Park Director Daniel Buster joins Jeff Hoover to discuss the latest improvements at the park, including construction on the new golf course and turf ballfield projects. He also shares details about the city's free Back to School Bash, featuring inflatables, games, free food, swimming, and family fun before students head back to class.

  • Community Conversation 8-5

    Jeff Hoover is joined by Democratic gubernatorial candidate Rocky Adkins to discuss his campaign for Kentucky governor. Adkins reflects on his decades of public service, outlines his vision for the state's future, and shares his priorities for economic development, education, healthcare, and working across party lines. He also talks about how his and his wife's experiences as cancer survivors have shaped his perspective on leadership and public service.

  • Community Conversation 8-4

    Russell County Judge-Executive Randy Marcum provides an update on county government, including the new fiscal year budget, the upcoming property tax rate process, and more than $1 million in planned road improvement projects. He also discusses the community commodities program, construction progress on the new Russell County Hospital and Extension Office, the opening of Air Methods at the Russell County Airport, and other developments aimed at improving services and supporting future growth across the county.

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