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Month: March 2021

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KSP investigating Cumberland County collision

March 22, 2021 Zac Oakes
Troopers from Kentucky State Police Post 15 were requested to respond to a two vehicle injury in Cumberland County on Monday. The collision occurred on KY Highway 704 at approximately 09:30 AM. Preliminary investigation indicates […]
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Five new cases of COVID-19 in RC on Monday

March 22, 2021 Zac Oakes
Statewide Testing Positivity Rate: 2.93%. Deaths: We are pleased to report no new deaths today. We have experienced a total of 377 deaths resulting in a 1.79% mortality rate (about 1 in 56) among known […]
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Bill that caps insulin prices signed into law

March 22, 2021 Zac Oakes
FRANKFORT, Ky. (March 22, 2021) – On Monday, Gov. Andy Beshear signed House Bill 95 (HB 95), protecting the health and lives of Kentuckians with diabetes by capping the cost of insulin at $30 per […]
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Obituaries

Terry Lee McGowan, age 55, of Russell Springs

March 22, 2021 Sean Hammond
Terry Lee McGowan, of Russell Springs, passed away on Sunday, March 21, 2021, at Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital, in Somerset.  He was 55 years of age. Born on May 25, 1965, in Somerset, he was […]
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Russell County receives grant for agribusiness training facility

March 22, 2021 Zac Oakes
U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) and U.S. Congressman James Comer (KY-01) announced today the Russell County Industrial Development Authority received a $1,854,972 competitive federal grant to build a new agribusiness training facility. The […]
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Lady Lakers Lose in District Finals, Will Face Top Ranked Bowling Green in Regionals

March 22, 2021 WJRS Staff
The Russell County Lady Lakers bid to win their fourth consecutive district championship was not to be, as they lost to Metcalfe County Friday in the 16th District championship game at Cumberland County.   The Lady […]
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Deadline to get Real ID is this fall

March 21, 2021 Zac Oakes
The deadline for Kentuckians to get a Real ID is coming this fall, and officials are encouraging those who want to get one to avoid waiting until the last minute. Those who plan to fly […]
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Health department taking vaccine appointments today

March 21, 2021 Zac Oakes
The Lake Cumberland District Health Department will be scheduling COVID-19 vaccine appointments at each county health department beginning today at 8 a.m. CT. This is for those in Phase 1A, 1B, and all of 1C […]
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Arrests over the weekend

March 21, 2021 Zac Oakes
Local law enforcement made multiple arrests over the weekend. Those arrested include: Ronald Swartz, 51, of Russell Springs, arrested by officer Zach Carney with Kentucky Fish and Wildlife. Swartz is charged with operating a motor […]
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Five new cases of COVID-19 in RC on Friday

March 21, 2021 Zac Oakes
Statewide Testing Positivity Rate: 3.4%. Deaths: We are pleased to report no new deaths today. We have experienced a total of 377 deaths resulting in a 1.8% mortality rate (about 1 in 56) among known […]
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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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