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Russell County had nearly 41 percent increase in COVID-19 cases in November

December 2, 2020 Zac Oakes
Cases of COVID-19 in Russell County went up significantly in the month of November. An analysis by WKYT in Lexington shows the percentage increases in each county across the state in number of COVID-19 cases […]
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Jamestown man arrested on drug charges

December 2, 2020 Zac Oakes
A Jamestown man was arrested by Russell Springs Police Tuesday evening on drug charges. Ryan Butrum, 39, of Jamestown, was arrested and charged with possession of methamphetamine, possession of marijuana, possession of a firearm by […]
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UK Women’s Coach Elzy Makes Tough Decision Early, Gains Respect

December 2, 2020 WJRS Staff
By LARRY VAUGHT After her brilliant high school career at Oldham County, Kyra Elzy left the state to play basketball for Pat Summitt at Tennessee. “To my defense, it’s hard to say no to coach […]
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Obituaries

Cathy Bell, age 62, of Jamestown

December 2, 2020 Sean Hammond
Cathy Bell, 62, of Jamestown, KY, passed away  Monday, November 30th, at her residence. . Cathy was born in Thomasville, GA on April 24, 1958, a daughter of the late Ruth (Smith) and Charles  Barfield […]
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Watching For Snow this Weekend

December 2, 2020 Sean Hammond
Winter has certainly been the name of the game this week so far in the Commonwealth and it could bring another shot of snow this weekend. First off your forecast today will consist of sunshine […]
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48 new cases of COVID in Russell County Tuesday; two local deaths

December 1, 2020 Zac Oakes
There were 48 new cases of COVID-19 reported in Russell County on Tuesday and two deaths were reported. There are now 107 active cases in Russell County with four individuals hospitalized. The deaths were reported […]
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Community Action Agency hosting virtual resource fair

December 1, 2020 Zac Oakes
The Lake Cumberland Community Action Agency will be hosting a virtual resource fair on Dec. 7 at 1 p.m. Participants will have the opportunity to learn about programs such as the ones listed below and […]
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Russell County Clerk’s Office remains closed

December 1, 2020 Zac Oakes
Russell County Clerk’s Office will be closed today due to an employee testing positive for COVID-19.
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Question and Answers about P-EBT cards

December 1, 2020 Zac Oakes
Many families have likely received Pandemic Electronic Benefit Transfer (P-EBT) cards. in the mail. The Cabinet for Health and Family Services has provided a question and answer sheet for families who have received these cards. […]
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Kentucky eclipses 4,000 new cases in a day

December 1, 2020 Zac Oakes
FRANKFORT, Ky. (Dec. 1, 2020) – Today, Gov. Andy Beshear announced the state’s worst ever COVID-19 report by virtually every measure. He reported more than 4,000 new cases and 35 new deaths. Nearly 250 Kentuckians […]
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Recent Podcasts

  • Community Conversation 9-25

    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.

  • 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.

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