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Month: February 2021

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Lakers win big over Danville

February 10, 2021 Zac Oakes
Coming off back-to-back losses over the weekend, the Russell County Lakers played arguably their best offense of the season in the second half against the Danville Admirals, as the Lakers pulled away to defeat the […]
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Georgia Linebacker is Huge Sign for UK Football

February 10, 2021 WJRS Staff
By LARRY VAUGHT Georgia linebacker Trevin Wallace the third highest rated recruit Kentucky coach Mark Stoops has signed at Kentucky behind No. 1 Landon Young and No. 2 Matt Elam. The four-star prospect from Jesup […]
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Ice Storm to Start Later Today into Tomorrow

February 10, 2021 Sean Hammond
Good morning everyone and I hope you have had a wonderful week thus far. We are keeping an eye closely on the weather as it continues to look like we will be getting in on […]
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Joseph “Leon” McGowan, age 77, of Russell Springs

February 10, 2021 Sean Hammond
Joseph “Leon” McGowan, of Russell Springs, passed away on Monday, February 8, 2021, at home.  He was 77 years of age. Leon was born on June 7, 1943, in Eli, son of the late James […]
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Russell Co. spots for LCDHD vaccine clinics full

February 9, 2021 Zac Oakes
Despite some phone issues, Lake Cumberland District Health Department officials said they have filled all their spots for upcoming COVID-19 vaccine clinics with the exception of a few spots in Casey County. The Russell County […]
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RCHS Boys Bowling wins big over Taylor County

February 9, 2021 Zac Oakes
On Tuesday the Laker Bowling Team traveled to Phillips Lanes to take on the Taylor County Cardinals. Our Lady Lakers had a tough match and finished with 0 wins and 5 losses. High scores for […]
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District 8 crews preparing for winter storm

February 9, 2021 Zac Oakes
SOMERSET, Ky. (Feb. 9, 2021) – The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) District 8 highway crews are ready to respond to the forecasted winter storm expected to impact the region with freezing rain, snow and ice. […]
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18 new cases of COVID-19 in RC on Tuesday

February 9, 2021 Zac Oakes
Statewide Testing Positivity Rate: 7.66%. Deaths: We regret we must report 1 new death today. We have experienced a total of 337 deaths resulting in a 1.77% mortality rate (about 1 in 56) among known […]
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Winter Storm Alert

February 9, 2021 Sean Hammond
Good afternoon everyone, I am wanting to push out a quick update as things have been changing weather wise throughout the day. As I mentioned this morning things were tending more southward toward our area […]
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Lakers take on Danville at home tonight

February 9, 2021 Zac Oakes
The Russell County Lakers (5-9) will take on the Danville Admirals (9-4) tonight at Laker Gym. The varsity game is scheduled to begin at 6 p.m.  
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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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