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LCDHD Inspections Report

January 8, 2020 Sean Hammond

Sean Hammond has details on the latest inspections by the health department at local businesses…

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2020 Legislative Session Started Tuesday

January 8, 2020 Sean Hammond

Yesterday, we heard from our local State Rep. and State Senator on local news about this year’s session. Today, Keith West files a report from the state capital with Speaker of the House David Osbourne […]

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Creelsboro to be Featured on KET

January 8, 2020 Sean Hammond

Kentucky Educational Television started broadcasting “Creelsboro and the Cumberland: A Living History” on its Kentucky Channel (KETKY) (aka KET3). Once in the KET system, the documentary will air for years to come. The complete list […]

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Trading Post Items- Tuesday

January 7, 2020 Sean Hammond

1. For sale 2010 Chevrolet Alvaeo $2200 (270)585-1381 2. Shower Chair and Transport Whhel Chair for sale also looking to care for the Elderly (2<0)634-3223 3. Looking for a good used Mobile Home and for […]

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Obituaries

Timothy Dale Green, age 49, of Columbia

January 7, 2020 Sean Hammond

Timothy Dale “Timmy” Green, age 49, of Columbia, passed away Monday, January 6th, 2020 at the Russell County Hospital. He is survived by: His Father L.C. Green of Columbia One Sister Beth Sneed of Russell […]

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2020 Legislative Session Begins Today

January 7, 2020 Sean Hammond

WJRS News spoke to both State Representative Jeff Hoover and State Senator Max Wise about the session. Hoover, who recently announced that he would not be seeking another term as State Rep. tells us that […]

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Adair County Man Arrested on Drug and Other Charges

January 7, 2020 Sean Hammond

On Saturday, around 11:25 am, Kentucky State Police Post 15 received information of a subject trafficking in marijuana at a residence located 6 miles east of Columbia on Harris Road. Upon arrival Troopers Aron Jones, […]

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Post 15 Activity Report

January 7, 2020 Sean Hammond

The Kentucky State Police out of Post 15 in Columbia released their monthly activity report for the month of December recently. During the month, there were 23 traffic accidents investigated by State Police in Post […]

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Smoking Cessation Class Begins Tonight

January 7, 2020 Sean Hammond

The Russell County Hospital and Health Department are teaming up for their latest smoking cessation class this evening. The latest class will start at 5:00 pm in the hospital conference room. Teresa Spaw, Director of […]

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Special Called Meeting

January 7, 2020 Sean Hammond

The Russell County Hospital Board of Directors will have a special called meeting this evening at 5:00 pm in the hospital conference room. The agenda is below… Food and nutrition director Executive session KRS 61.810 […]

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  • Community Conversation 8-17

    Jeff Hoover talks with Russell County Schools Director of Security Jackie Grider about school safety, the role of school resource officers, summer training, and the importance of building trust with students, parents, and the community. Grider also shares his personal commitment to helping students make positive choices and succeed.

  • 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.

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