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Campbellsville Univ. announces 100 percent tuition guarantee for incoming freshmen

April 7, 2021 Zac Oakes
Campbellsville, KY – Campbellsville University’s administration and enrollment office have announced the university is now offering a tuition guarantee for incoming freshman students. “For over 100 years, Campbellsville University has been committed to educating and […]
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UK Softball Getting National Recognition

April 7, 2021 WJRS Staff
by LARRY VAUGHT Remember a couple of weeks ago when Rachel Lawson noted that she thought Kentucky was a softball state, something that seemed a bit strong for the University of Kentucky coach. However, there […]
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Laker Baseball suffers first loss of the season Tuesday night

April 6, 2021 Zac Oakes
The Russell County Lakers Baseball team suffered its first loss of the season Tuesday night to Lyon County in McCracken County as part of the Mustang Invitational. The Lakers went into the bottom of the […]
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Regional offices set to reopen for unemployment help

April 6, 2021 Zac Oakes
Gov. Andy Beshear and Labor Cabinet Secretary Larry L. Roberts announced that in-person unemployment insurance (UI) services will open April 15 at more than a dozen regional Kentucky Career Centers (KCCs). KCC staff will be […]
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LCDHD will soon begin search for new executive director

April 6, 2021 Zac Oakes
The Lake Cumberland District Health Department will soon begin the search for a new executive director. Current director Shawn Crabtree, who has served in the position since 2001, will soon be retiring, according to an […]
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No new cases of COVID-19 in RC on Tuesday

April 6, 2021 Zac Oakes
Statewide Testing Positivity Rate: 2.89%. Deaths: We are happy 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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Columbia man flown out following motorcycle accident

April 6, 2021 Zac Oakes
On Sunday, April 4, 2021, at approximately 4pmCT, Chief Deputy Justin Cross was dispatched to KY 55 South to a reported motorcycle collision near the Glensfork community. Upon arrival, Deputy Cross found that a motorcycle […]
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TheatreFest at Lindsey Wilson College returning

April 6, 2021 Zac Oakes
COLUMBIA, KY – TheatreFest! the Summer Theatre at Lindsey Wilson College is gearing up for its return to live theatre! The ninth season of TheatreFest! will include two major productions and its fourth summer of […]
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Russell Springs has new police officer

April 6, 2021 Zac Oakes
The City of Russell Springs has a new police officer. Officer Bruce Blevins was sworn into the position of Russell Springs Police officer by Mayor Eddie Thomas this week. Blevins has more than 20 years […]
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Former UK Center Drake Jackson Impressive to NFL Scouts

April 6, 2021 WJRS Staff
By LARRY VAUGHT Drake Jackson had already impressed NFL personnel with his toughness before his Pro Day workout at UK last week. He did that at the Senior Bowl when he continued to play despite […]
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  • Lakers vs LaRue County

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

  • Community Conversation 8-27

    Sean Hammond sits down with Russell County High School NJROTC Chief Dennis Kiser to discuss the program’s upcoming activities, competitions, educational opportunities, and community events. Chief Kiser also shares how NJROTC helps students build discipline, leadership, confidence, and skills for success—whether or not they pursue a military career.

  • Community Conversation 8-24

    Susan Toby, chairperson of the Lake Cumberland Walk to End Alzheimer’s, joins Jeff Hoover to discuss Alzheimer’s awareness, early warning signs, the importance of early diagnosis and treatment, and how the community can support families affected by the disease. Toby also shares details about the upcoming Walk to End Alzheimer’s in Somerset on September 27th and how listeners can participate or support the cause.

  • Lakers vs Adair County

    Russell County vs Adair County from Friday, August 21st.

  • Community Conversation 8-19

    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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