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“All Things Russell” with Dr. Rick Miles on July 24, 2020

July 24, 2020 Sean Hammond

Today’s program features Dr. Rick Miles, retired Russell County Physician. Dr. Miles talks about the move from Louisville to Russell County, the early days of the Russell County Hospital, and much more.

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WJRS News

Special Called Meeting of Fiscal Court this Morning

July 24, 2020 Sean Hammond

Two items will be discussed this morning during a special called meeting of the Russell County Fiscal Court. According to the agenda released yesterday by the court, the payment of bills and the transfer of […]

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Unemployment Rates for June

July 24, 2020 Sean Hammond

Unemployment rates fell in 82 Kentucky counties between June 2019 and June 2020, rose in 33 counties and stayed the same in five counties, according to the Kentucky Center for Statistics (KYSTATS), an agency of […]

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Another Annual Event Cancelled Due to COVID-19

July 24, 2020 Sean Hammond

One of the area’s top annual festivals has been cancelled for this year. The Foothills Festival, held the third weekend each October in downtown Albany, will not be held this year due to the concerns […]

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Two New COVID-19 Cases in RC; Over 600 More Confirmed Statewide

July 24, 2020 Sean Hammond

Kentucky announced 611 new cases of COVID-19 across the state yesterday, bringing the state total above 25,000 during a spike in cases over the past month. Governor Andy Beshear announced seven more deaths, bringing the […]

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Obituaries

Gary Edward Rexroat, age 72, of Florida

July 24, 2020 Sean Hammond

Gary Edward Rexroat, age 72, of Florida, passed away Saturday, July 18th, 2020. He was a Veteran of the United States Navy. He is survived by: His Wife • Gwenda Rexroat of Florida One Son […]

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Bruce Elden Wilson, age 91, Formerly of Russell County

July 24, 2020 Sean Hammond

Bruce Elden Wilson, age 91, of Ohio, formerly of Russell County, passed away on June 29th, 2020. He was a Veteran of the United States Navy. He is survived by: Sister-in-law Sue Wilson Two […]

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Be Informed of Emergency Actions

July 23, 2020 Jay Mitchell

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Nancy Man Arrested on Drug and Traffic Charges Wednesday

July 23, 2020 Sean Hammond

According to reports, Daniel Denham, age 49, was arrested by Trooper Harper with the Kentucky State Police and charged with Operating motor vehicle under the influence of alcohol or drugs, Possession of Marijuana, Drug Paraphernalia, […]

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Virtual Town Hall Today to Discuss Reopening of Kentucky Schools

July 23, 2020 Sean Hammond

Kentucky officials plan to hold a virtual town hall today about reopening schools. The virtual event will be held from 1 to 3 central time this afternoon and will focus on reviewing the major points […]

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