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Wise’s bill to allow extra school year passes through legislature

March 16, 2021 Zac Oakes
FRANKFORT— A second chance. That’s what lawmakers say is the goal of Senate Bill 128. With this measure, public and nonpublic school students from kindergarten through 12th grade might have the opportunity to re-do the […]
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Bill would require vision test to renew drivers license

March 16, 2021 Zac Oakes
A bill passed by the Kentucky Legislature would require Kentucky drivers to pass a vision test each time they renew their driver’s license. The vision test could be done by an eye-care professional or other […]
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Star Theater adding additional performance of Snow White

March 16, 2021 Zac Oakes
Due to high demand, the Star Theater is adding an additional showing of Snow White, the first show at the historic theater since COVID-19 shut down performances last year. A matinee performance of Snow White […]
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Two new cases of COVID-19 in RC on Tuesday

March 16, 2021 Zac Oakes
Statewide Testing Positivity Rate: 3.87%. Deaths: We are happy to report no new deaths today. We have experienced a total of 376 deaths resulting in a 1.8% mortality rate (about 1 in 56) among known […]
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Eldon Burchett, age 81, Formerly of Jamestown

March 16, 2021 Sean Hammond
Eldon Burchett, 81, of Fairdale, KY, passed away Sunday, March 14th, at Norton Audubon Hospital, Louisville, KY. Eldon was born in Jamestown, KY on November 17, 1939, a son of the late Audrey (Lawless)  and […]
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Season Ends for Laker Boys in OT Loss to Metcalfe

March 16, 2021 WJRS Staff
The 2021 season came to an end last night for the Lakers boys as they lost to Metcalfe County in overtime in the opening round of the 16th District tournament, 58 to 51.    It […]
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Health Dept. taking vaccine appointments for Phase 1C

March 16, 2021 Zac Oakes
Anyone in Phase 1C, including those 60 and older, can schedule an appointment to receive the COVID-19 vaccination through the Lake Cumberland District Health Department today. To schedule an appointment, Russell County residents can call […]
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Statewide Tornado Drill Today

March 16, 2021 Zac Oakes
A statewide tornado drill will take place today, beginning at 9:15 a.m. CT. This test is an ideal time to determine your safety plan for you and your family. The tornado drill will set off […]
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Two new cases of COVID-19 in RC on Monday

March 15, 2021 Zac Oakes
Statewide Testing Positivity Rate: 3.99%. Deaths: We are sad to report 1 new death today. We have experienced a total of 376 deaths resulting in a 1.81% mortality rate (about 1 in 55) among known […]
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Fatal collision on the Cumberland Parkway in Adair County

March 15, 2021 Zac Oakes
Columbia, KY (March 15, 2021) – Kentucky State Police Post 15 responded to a single vehicle fatal collision Monday morning at approximately 6:50 AM on the Louie B. Nunn Cumberland Parkway at the 46 mile […]
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Recent Podcasts

  • Community Conversation 9-3

    Jeff Hoover talks with legendary Kentucky high school basketball coach Allen Feldhaus Jr. following his induction into the Kentucky High School Basketball Hall of Fame. Coach Feldhaus reflects on his 41-year coaching career, his father’s influence, the 2013 state championship, and the lasting relationships basketball has created throughout his career.

  • Community Conversation 9-2

    Jeff Hoover talks with Glenna Helm of Burnside Tourism about Thunder Over Burnside, happening this Labor Day weekend at Burnside City Coal Park. They discuss the free event, live bands, food trucks, craft vendors, activities for children, and the fireworks finale.

  • Community Conversation 9-1

    Jeff Hoover talks with Russell County Judge-Executive Randy Marcum about road projects and funding, the county’s 911 and EMS services, the new Air Methods helicopter base, the solar farm project, improvements at Greasy Creek Roadside Park, and the county’s financial outlook heading into the fall.

  • Community Conversation 8-31

    Jeff Hoover sits down with Russell Springs Mayor Eddie Thomas to talk about the busy summer at Russell Springs City Park, progress on the city’s water project, the new nine-hole turf golf course, upcoming community events, improvements to Main Street, and new additions at the park.

  • Lakers vs LaRue County

    Russell County vs LaRue County from Friday, August 28th.

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