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LCDHD Daily COVID-19 Report for Wednesday, August 12th

August 12, 2020 WJRS Staff
Deaths: We are sad to report 1 new death today from Casey. We have experienced a total of 46 deaths resulting in a 3.3% mortality rate among known cases. Our hearts and prayers go out […]
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Chamber of Commerce Golf Scramble Set For September 10th

August 12, 2020 WJRS Staff
Chamber of Commerce 21st Annual Golf Scramble Thursday, September 10th, 2020 Rain Date-September 17, 2020 10:00 AM (CDT) Shotgun Start Lakewood Country Club Team Registration ($240 per 4-person team) • ENTRY FEE INCLUDES: mulligan & […]
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“Kentucky Sports Minute” with Larry Vaught for Wednesday, August 12th

August 12, 2020 WJRS Staff
Veteran Kentucky sportswriter Larry Vaught shares some thoughts on sports in Kentucky and focus on the University of Kentucky with “Kentucky Sports Minute”  
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Voting In November Could Return to Normal, Secretary Adams Says

August 12, 2020 WJRS Staff
Will Kentuckians see a return to normal voting process for November’s General election? The answer is yes if Kentucky Secretary of State Michael Adams has his way. Adams submitted a preliminary plan to Gov. Andy […]
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Numerous Charges Placed Against Russell Springs Man Early Wednesday

August 12, 2020 WJRS Staff
A Russell Springs man was arrested early this morning following a police pursuit. Russell Springs Police Officer Lucas Justice arrested 25 year old Perry Bishop on charges of Fleeing and Evading Police by motor vehicle, […]
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Russell Springs Fire Department Participates for 50th year in WHAS Crusade for Chidren

August 12, 2020 WJRS Staff
If you happened to travel a few of the major highways of Russell Springs this past weekend you may have happened across children and firemen flagging down vehicles. No worries, it wasn’t an emergency, it […]
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LCDHD Daily COVID-19 Report for Tuesday

August 11, 2020 WJRS Staff
Deaths: We are happy to report no new deaths today. We have experienced a total of 45 deaths resulting in a 3.3% mortality rate among known cases.  Hospitalizations: We presently have 12 cases in the […]
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State Police Investigating Officer Involved Shooting in Cumberland County

August 11, 2020 WJRS Staff
KSP Investigates Officer Involved Shooting in Cumberland County Burkesville, KY. (August 11, 2020) – The Kentucky State Police, Columbia Post is investigating an officer involved shooting that occurred just before 4:30 pm yesterday afternoon in […]
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Fiscal Court Met on Monday; Judge Gary Robertson Talks with WJRS NEWS

August 11, 2020 WJRS Staff
The Russell County Fiscal Court met last evening for the regular monthly meeting for August, 2020. County Judge Gary Robertson spoke to John Thompson for WJRS News after the meeting and gave a breakdown of […]
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Adair County Man Arrested on Arson Charges

August 11, 2020 WJRS Staff
On Saturday, August 8, 2020, at around 2:30 am, the Adair County Sheriff’s Office was dispatched to the Coburg community in response to a vehicle on fire close to a residence. As a result of […]
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  • Lakers vs Green County

    Russell County vs Green County from Friday, September 25th

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    Jeff Hoover talks with Cloyd Bumgardner, Deputy Pulaski County Judge-Executive and longtime educator, about the upcoming Technology Showcase at the Center for Rural Development in Somerset. They discuss the free regional event, which will feature robotics, drones, artificial intelligence, virtual reality, 3D printing, skilled trades, electric vehicles and more, along with opportunities for students and the public to explore careers in technology.

  • 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.

  • Lakers vs Taylor County

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

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