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Month: August 2020

Obituaries

Albert Earl Antle, age 95, of Jamestown

August 7, 2020 WJRS Staff

Albert Earl Antle, age 95, of Jamestown, Kentucky passed away Thursday, August 06, 2020 at Russell County Hospital. He was preceded in death by his wife of 57 years, Doris Dalton Antle; his parents Virgil […]

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Governor’s Daily COVID-19 Report for Friday, August 7th

August 7, 2020 WJRS Staff

Gov. Beshear Provides Update on COVID-19 FRANKFORT, Ky. (Aug. 7, 2020) – Gov. Andy Beshear on Friday updated Kentuckians on the continued fight against the novel coronavirus 2019 (COVID-19) in the commonwealth. Yesterday, the Governor […]

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Ferrel Hudson, age 95, of Russell Springs

August 7, 2020 Sean Hammond

Ferrel Hudson, 95, of Russell Springs, KY passed away Wednesday, August 5th, at Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital, Somerset. Ferrel was born in Russell Springs, KY on January 10, 1925, a daughter of the late Elsie […]

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All Things Russell Discusses Stoplight, County Fair, Jamestown Water

August 7, 2020 Sean Hammond

On today’s program Jeff and Tony talk about a variety of topics including the light removal in Russell Springs, the water situation in Jamestown, and the recent Russell County Jaycees Fair.  

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Interview with Dr. Bill Luckey

August 7, 2020 Sean Hammond

Lindsey Wilson College President Dr. Bill Luckey talks about the upcoming fall semester at LWC and steps the college is taking to keep students and staff safe.

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Jamestown City Council Met in a Special Called Meeting Thursday

August 7, 2020 Sean Hammond

The Jamestown City Council met last evening in special session. WJRS News caught up with Mayor Nick Shearer following the meeting…

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Safety is a Big Concern for the 127 Yard Sales

August 7, 2020 Sean Hammond

The 127 Yard Sale officially got underway yesterday with vendors and shoppers coming in from across surrounding states. Lieutenant Governor Jacqueline Coleman spoke to WJRS News Thursday and gave some tips on how folks can […]

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LCDHD Daily Report on COVID-19 Shows One Death, 25 New Cases

August 6, 2020 WJRS Staff

Deaths: We are sad to report 1 new death today from Pulaski. We have experienced a total of 41 deaths resulting in a 3.3% mortality rate among known cases. Our hearts and prayers go out […]

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Russell County Schools to Go Virtual

August 6, 2020 Sean Hammond

“I went to sleep that morning with a lot less weight on my shoulders than I had in two or three weeks,” was how Russell County School Superintendent Michael Ford described his decision to start […]

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Lieutenant Governor Jacqueline Coleman Interview

August 6, 2020 Sean Hammond

Lt. Governor Coleman talks about the need to follow safety guidelines during the 127 yard sale.

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Recent Podcasts

  • 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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