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Month: February 2021

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Sheriff’s Office warns of scam

February 28, 2021 Zac Oakes

Russell County Sheriff Derek Polston said multiple citizens have contacted the sheriff’s office regarding a scam in which someone claims that local law enforcement has a warrant for their arrest. Polston advises people to hang […]

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3 new cases of COVID reported in Russell County on Saturday

February 28, 2021 Zac Oakes

Statewide Testing Positivity Rate: 5.56%. Deaths: We are pleased to report no new deaths today. We have experienced a total of 358 deaths resulting in a 1.77% mortality rate (about 1 in 56) among known […]

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Dallon Ruba Matthews, age 52, of Russell Springs

February 28, 2021 WJRS Staff

Dallon Ruba Mathews, age 52, of Russell Springs, KY passed away Saturday, February 27 2021 at his residence. He was born on Friday, June 07 1968, in Danville, Kentucky. He was the son of: Mother […]

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COVID restrictions in judicial system to ease beginning April 1

February 26, 2021 Zac Oakes

FRANKFORT, Ky., Feb. 25, 2021 – As Kentucky begins to see its COVID-19 cases decline and its rate of vaccinations increase, the Supreme Court has amended two orders to allow courts to begin easing restrictions […]

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Recovery center in Russell Springs aims to help those struggling with addiction

February 26, 2021 Zac Oakes

  Alex Williams and Scott Wells know the depths of addiction well. The two struggled with substance abuse for several years. While their paths differed, Alex traveling across the country struggling with alcoholism and Scott […]

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All Things Russell 2-26

February 26, 2021 Sean Hammond

Jeff and Tony discuss last week’s program and talk with Superintendent Michael Ford about COVID-19 vaccinations and getting back to in-person learning.

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Work Continues on Water Lines Across from RCMS

February 26, 2021 Sean Hammond

Terry Russell, Public Works Director for the City of Russell Springs talks about the water line repairs happening on 127 across from the Russell County Middle School and what folks in and around that area […]

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RCMS 6th and 8th grade volleyball pick up wins over Campbellsville

February 26, 2021 Zac Oakes

The Russell County Middle School 6th and 8th grade volleyball teams defeated Campbellsville Thursday night. 6th graders won 21-8 and 21-11. 8th graders won 21-14 and 23-21. 7th graders fell short (RC 21-14; Cville 21-13 […]

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Lady Lakers secure top seed in 16th District Tournament

February 26, 2021 Zac Oakes

The Russell County Lady Lakers scored just four points in the first quarter and shot 6/25 in the first half, but outscored the Metcalfe County Lady Hornets by 20 in the second half to clinch […]

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Early voting could become law in Kentucky

February 25, 2021 Zac Oakes

A bill in the Kentucky Legislature would create three days of early voting, along with the creation of more voting centers and a signature cure process for absentee ballots as part of an election reform […]

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  • 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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