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Month: February 2021

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Golden Rule-Wilson receives state marketing awards

February 9, 2021 Zac Oakes

Golden Rule – Wilson Real Estate and Auction was Proud to represent our area at the 2021 Kentucky Auctioneer’s Association Convention held this past weekend in Louisville, KY. Golden Rule – Wilson brought home 3 […]

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Lady Lakers Lose at Top Ranked Wayne County

February 9, 2021 WJRS Staff

The Russell County Lady Lakers went on the road Monday night, traveling to Monticello to take on Wayne County, the top ranked team in the 12th region.   The Lady Lakers had a tough night, losing […]

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Laker Swim Team hosts Laker Sprint Meet

February 9, 2021 Zac Oakes

The Laker Swim Team hosted several teams at their annual (although delayed) Laker Sprint Meet on Saturday. The swimmers dawned newly designed “DO IT FOR DEB” swim caps in honor of our beloved Coach Debbie […]

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Former Cat Jeff Sheppard Has No Animosity Toward Calipari, Says His Son Will Make His Own College Choice

February 9, 2021 WJRS Staff

By LARRY VAUGHT Seems like every week — or maybe every game — that North Laurel sophomore standout Reed Sheppard gets close to having a triple-double. He recently had 54 points, nine assists and eight […]

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Wise proposing bill to give high school students a do-over year

February 8, 2021 Zac Oakes

By Tom Latek, Kentucky Today FRANKFORT, Ky. (KT) – A bill proposed by a central Kentucky lawmaker would give high school students a chance to have a do-over for this school year because of the […]

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Russell County man arrested on public intoxication charge

February 8, 2021 Zac Oakes

A Russell County man was arrested and charged with public intoxication of a controlled substance excluding alcohol on Monday. Adam Jake Swindoll, 38, was lodged in the Pulaski County Detention Center just after 4 p.m. […]

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LCDHD vaccine slots still open; call center opens at 8 a.m. Tuesday

February 8, 2021 Zac Oakes

From the Lake Cumberland District Health Department Over the next 3 weeks, we will receive 4,000 doses of COVID-19 vaccine to spread across our district’s 10 counties. While we scheduled approximately 3,113 of those 4,000 […]

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20 new cases of COVID-19 reported in RC on Monday

February 8, 2021 Zac Oakes

Statewide Testing Positivity Rate: 7.78%. Deaths: We are sad to report 4 new deaths today. We have experienced a total of 336 deaths resulting in a 1.78% mortality rate (about 1 in 56) among known […]

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Deadline for input on Hwy 127 project is coming up

February 8, 2021 Zac Oakes

The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) is reminding everyone that public input is needed to help identify transportation concerns along the U.S. 127 corridor in Russell County between the Jamestown Bypass and KY 379. KYTC along […]

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Winter Storm Possible for Parts of the State

February 8, 2021 Sean Hammond

The National Weather Service in Louisville conducted a conference call this (Monday) afternoon on the potential for a winter storm that could bring ice into the area. WJRS News was in that call and received […]

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Recent Podcasts

  • Community Conversation 7-22

    Jeff Hoover welcomes members of the Adair County 16U All-Star Girls Softball Team and assistant coach Grace Loy. The team recently captured the Kentucky Senior League Softball State Championship and was competing in the Super Regional Tournament in Lawrenceburg.Coach Loy and players from both Russell County and Adair County discuss their championship run, the chemistry between the combined team, their journey through the tournament, and their hopes of advancing to the national championship. Hear from the young athletes about their love for the game, teamwork, and representing their communities on the softball field. 

  • Community Conversation 7-21

    In this episode of Community Conversation, Jeff Hoover talks with Dr. Samantha Gaddie, founding director of Campbellsville University's new agriculture program. Dr. Gaddie discusses the launch of the university's new agriculture degree, the hands-on learning opportunities available to students, the importance of supporting Kentucky's agricultural industry, and her vision for preparing the next generation of agricultural leaders. Learn how this new program will partner with local farmers and provide students with practical experience while staying close to home in South Central Kentucky.

  • Community Conversation 7-15

    Jeff Hoover talks with Joyce Holt and Mike Berry about the 7th Annual Relay for Life Benefit Ride benefiting the American Cancer Society, including this year's new Biker Bingo fundraiser and ride details. He is also joined by Scott Jones and Daniel Buster from the City of Russell Springs to discuss an upcoming wood bat baseball tournament and the city's first-ever free Back to School Bash at Russell Springs City Park.

  • Community Conversation 7-14

    Lake Cumberland Tourism Director Danielle Wilson joins Community Conversation to discuss the tremendous success of the recent High School Fishing World Finals, the economic impact on local businesses, and the possibility of bringing the event back in the future. Wilson also highlights upcoming events including the 127 Yard Sale, the Lake Cumberland Bluegrass Festival, Food Truck Friday, and the growing summer tourism season across Russell County and Lake Cumberland.

  • Community Conversation 7-13

    Russell County 10U All-Star coach Reggie Roy joins Community Conversation following the team's undefeated run to the Cal Ripken State Championship in Elizabethtown. Roy discusses the players' hard work, the dedication of parents and coaches, and the community support as the team prepares to compete in the Super Regional Tournament in Indiana.

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