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Month: May 2021

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Five new cases of COVID-19 in RC on Wednesday

May 5, 2021 Zac Oakes
Statewide Testing Positivity Rate: 3.57%. Deaths: We are pleased to report no new deaths today. We have experienced a total of 423 deaths resulting in a 1.92% mortality rate (about 1 in 52) among known […]
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Russell Springs man arrested in Columbia on drug charges

May 5, 2021 Zac Oakes
A Russell Springs man was arrested in Columbia on Wednesday following an altercation at the Lindsey Wilson Sports Park. Columbia Police said 27-year-old Curtis Montgomery was arrested and charged with possession of methamphetamine, public intoxication, […]
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Larry Bunch, age 72, of Russell Springs

May 5, 2021 WJRS Staff
Larry Bunch, of Russell Springs, passed away with his family at his bedside on Tuesday, May 4, 2021, at Jean Waddle Care Center in Somerset.  He was 72 years of age. Born on June 6, […]
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Preston Lee Anderson, age 82, of Russell Springs

May 5, 2021 WJRS Staff
Preston Lee Anderson, age 82, of Russell Springs, died Tuesday, May 4th, at his residence. Preston was born in Jamestown on December 6, 1938, a son of the late Callie (Brumley) and Arvil Anderson. Preston […]
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RCHS softball falls on the road at Somerset

May 4, 2021 Zac Oakes
The Russell County Lady Laker softball team went on the road to Somerset High School on Tuesday, falling by a score of 12-2. The Lady Lakers fell behind early, trailing 9-0 after three innings. A […]
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Clay City man arrested by RSPD

May 4, 2021 Zac Oakes
A Clay City man was arrested by Russell Springs Police on Tuesday. Timothy R. Mullins, age 40, was arrested on a number of charges including trafficking in heroin, possession of drug paraphernalia, and a number […]
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Russell Springs woman arrested on drug trafficking charge

May 4, 2021 Zac Oakes
A Russell Springs woman was arrested by Jamestown Police on Tuesday. Tiffany Ann Johnson, age 31, was arrested and charged with trafficking in two grams or more of methamphetamine, possession of marijuana, and possession of […]
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Health Department hosting vaccine walk-in clinic today

May 4, 2021 Zac Oakes
The Russell County Health Department is hosting a walk-in vaccine clinic today. The clinic is from 8-11 a.m. and 1-3 p.m. The Johnson & Johnson vaccine is being offered. Call 270-343-2181 for more information.
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Five new cases of COVID-19 in RC on Tuesday

May 4, 2021 Zac Oakes
Statewide Testing Positivity Rate: 3.47%. Deaths: We are happy to report no new deaths today. We have experienced a total of 423 deaths resulting in a 1.92% mortality rate (about 1 in 52) among known […]
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Nearly 5,000 Russell County residents have been fully vaccinated

May 4, 2021 Zac Oakes
Nearly 5,000 Russell County residents have been fully vaccinated against COVID-19, according to data from the CDC. The data shows that 4,941 Russell County residents have been fully vaccinated. That equates to roughly 27.6 percent […]
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Recent Podcasts

  • 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.

  • Community Conversation 8-18

    Jeff Hoover talks with Kentucky Lieutenant Governor and Democratic candidate for governor Jacqueline Coleman about her campaign, education, school funding, Kentucky’s budget, working with the legislature, and her vision for the future of the Commonwealth. Coleman also discusses her background as an educator, coach, and mother and what sets her apart in the Democratic primary.

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