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Month: August 2019

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Road Closure

August 12, 2019 Sean Hammond
Madison Alley, between US 127 and Lewis Alley, behind the Bank of Jamestown Main Office in Jamestown is closed until further notice due to construction.
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Back to School Bash was Another Success this Year

August 12, 2019 Sean Hammond
A total of 1,278 Russell County students were serviced with school supplies and other items at this year’s Back to School Bash this past Friday night at Veterans Fairgrounds in Russell Springs. The Russell County […]
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Korean War Veterans Could be Awarded

August 12, 2019 Sean Hammond
The Kentucky Department of Veterans Affairs and the Republic of South Korea are issuing Korean War Veterans “Ambassador for Peace” Medallions and Certificates. Frank Irvin with the Russell County Honor Guard said to receive the […]
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RC Fiscal Court Meets this Evening

August 12, 2019 Sean Hammond
The Russell County Fiscal Court will have their regular monthly meeting beginning at 6:00 pm this evening. The full agenda is below… WELCOME, PLEDGE & OPENING PRAYER MINUTES PAY BILLS DETENTION CENTER REPORT SHERIFF’S REPORT, […]
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Obituaries

Evaline May Long, age 59, of Russell Springs

August 12, 2019 Sean Hammond
Evaline May Long, age 59, of Russell Springs, passed away Saturday, August 10th, 2019 at the Russell County Hospital. She is survived by: Five Children Faith Starr and James Long, both of Russell Springs Jimmy […]
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Deborah L. Wade, age 67, of Somerset

August 12, 2019 Sean Hammond
Deborah L. Wade, age 67, of Somerset, passed away Saturday, August 10th, 2019 at the Jean Waddle Care Center in Somerset. She is survived by: Two Daughters Tiffany Wade of North Carolina Tara Mounce of […]
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Laker Sports Report, Monday, August 12th

August 12, 2019 Sean Hammond
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Trading Post Items- Friday

August 9, 2019 Sean Hammond
Looking For: House dog 2270-343-7518 For Sale: 2008 Suzuki 270-585-6043 For Sale: Different pieces of furniture 270-566-3023 For Sale: Piano 270-507-8935 For Sale: 6×12 trailer 270-634-3223
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Shower and Thunderstorm Chances this Evening

August 9, 2019 Sean Hammond
Good Friday, everyone. We are wrapping up the work week on a warm and sunny note with temperatures in the mid 80’s. Here’s a current look at the visible satellite… A few cumulus clouds are […]
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RS City Council Met Thursday Evening

August 9, 2019 Sean Hammond
Russell Springs Mayor Eddie Thomas spoke to WJRS NEWS following the conclusion of Thursday’s monthly meeting of city leaders about the status of the city’s municipal bonds as well as the potential purchase of property […]
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Recent Podcasts

  • Community Conversation 9-23

    Jeff Hoover talks with Russell County High School boys golf coach Brandon Selby about the Lakers’ season, senior Gabe Browning’s qualification for the state semifinal, and the team’s young roster. They also discuss plans for a new Laker Golf Academy featuring two golf simulators, a putting area and workout space.

  • Community Conversation 9-21

    Jeff Hoover talks with Ethan Selby of the Lake Cumberland Regional College and Workforce Center about SkillsUSA and the hands-on career programs available to students. They also discuss the upcoming SkillsUSA car show, how students help organize and run the event, and how the proceeds help support SkillsUSA activities throughout the year.

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    Russell County vs Taylor County from Friday, September 18th.

  • Community Conversation 9-18

    Jeff Hoover talks with Daniel Buster from the City of Russell Springs and Wayne Lynch from the Ol' Boys Toys Car Club about the monthly car shows on Main Street in Russell Springs. They discuss this Saturday’s trophy show, food trucks, live music, the Russell County Elementary School band fundraiser, and how the car club gives back to the community.

  • Community Conversation 9-17

    Jeff Hoover talks with Russell County Public Library Director Cody Gabehart about the grand opening of The Green, including the new pavilion, sensory play space, walking trail and amphitheater. They also discuss upcoming events, the library’s Halloween costume shop, the new library website, and the digitization of local genealogy and oral history records.

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