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Woman arrested on drug charges, DUI

April 8, 2021 Zac Oakes
A Russell County woman was arrested yesterday by the Russell County Sheriff’s Office on multiple charges. Teena Lane, age 37, was arrested and charged with driving under the influence, driving on a DUI-suspended license, possession […]
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Two new cases of COVID-19 in RC on Thursday

April 8, 2021 Zac Oakes
Statewide Testing Positivity Rate: 2.81%. Deaths: We regret we must report 2 new deaths today. We have experienced a total of 384 deaths resulting in a 1.79% mortality rate (about 1 in 56) among known […]
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Tommy J. Kinnett, age 70, of Jamestown

April 8, 2021 Sean Hammond
Tommy J. Kinnett, of Jamestown, Kentucky, passed away on Wednesday, April 7, 2021, at his home. He was 70 years of age. Born on June 5, 1950, in Somerset, Kentucky, he was a son of […]
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Russell Springs City Council to meet tonight

April 8, 2021 Zac Oakes
The Russell Springs City Council will hold its regular monthly meeting this evening at 6 p.m. at City Hall. The city is planning to recognize Assistant Police Chief Melissa Taylor, who is retiring after more […]
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Laker Baseball team falls short against McCracken County

April 8, 2021 Zac Oakes
The Russell County Lakers, playing their second game of a back-to-back, were defeated by the McCracken County Mustangs Wednesday night. The Lakers struggled to get much going offensively, only scoring one run en route to […]
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Laker JV team defeats Marshall County

April 8, 2021 Zac Oakes
The Russell County Lakers JV Baseball team defeated Marshall County Wednesday night by a score of 13-6. The game was close through the first two innings, with the Lakers holding a 7-6 lead after two, […]
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UK Football Signee Dingle Enjoys State Tournament

April 7, 2021 WJRS Staff
By LARRY VAUGHT Kentucky football signee Jordan Dingle of Bowling Green was not his team’s leading scorer or rebounder but coach D.G. Sherrill knows what a factor he played in helping the Purples get to […]
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One new case of COVID-19 in RC on Wednesday

April 7, 2021 Zac Oakes
Statewide Testing Positivity Rate: 2.87%. Deaths: We are pleased to report no new deaths today. We have experienced a total of 382 deaths resulting in a 1.78% mortality rate (about 1 in 56) among known […]
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Russell Springs man arrested on drug charges

April 7, 2021 Zac Oakes
A Russell Springs man was arrested Wednesday morning on drug charges. 37-year-old Thomas Blackburn Jr. was arrested and charged with possession of methamphetamine, possession of marijuana, and possession of a controlled substance. Blackburn was lodged […]
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New Kentucky election law signed by governor

April 7, 2021 Zac Oakes
A bill signed by Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear makes changes to Kentucky’s election laws. A few of the notable changes are listed below. Permanent creation of voting supercenters. These are voting locations in a county […]
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    Jeff Hoover talks with Russell County High School FFA state champion public speakers Piper Garmon and recent graduate Kendall Melton. The two share their experiences competing at the state level, their winning speeches, and how FFA has helped them build confidence, discover opportunities, and prepare for their futures in agriculture and education.

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