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Russell Springs man arrested following domestic disturbance

May 19, 2021 Zac Oakes

A Russell Springs man was arrested last night by the Russell County Sheriff’s Office following a domestic disturbance on Warner Ridge Road. Jacob D. Hall, age 21, was arrested and charged with disorderly conduct second […]

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Owens homers twice, as Lady Lakers split doubleheader with Campbellsville

May 19, 2021 Zac Oakes

The Russell County Lady Laker Softball team split a doubleheader with the Campbellsville Lady Eagles Wednesday night. In the first game, the Lady Lakers fell by a score of 6-3. The Lady Lakers outhit the […]

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Local teachers recognized by CU, WKU

May 19, 2021 Zac Oakes

Four Russell County teachers were recognized earlier this week by the Russell County Board of Education. Stephanie Coffey, Dr. Brooke Bartrug, and Bethany Garmon were recognized for receiving the Campbellsville University Excellence in Teaching Awards. […]

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COVID death reported in Russell County on Wednesday

May 19, 2021 Zac Oakes

Statewide Testing Positivity Rate: 2.77%. Deaths: We are sad to report 1 new death today. We have experienced a total of 431 deaths resulting in a 1.92% mortality rate (about 1 in 52) among known […]

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Joe Flanagan, age 66, Formerly of Russell County

May 19, 2021 Sean Hammond

Joe Flanagan, 66, of Somerset, KY, formerly of Russell County, passed away Saturday, May 15th, at Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital. Joe was born in Somerset, KY on August 22, 1954, a son of the late […]

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Mary Odean Loy, age 84, of Columbia

May 19, 2021 Sean Hammond

Mary Odean Loy age 84 of Columbia, Kentucky passed away on Monday, May 17, 2021 after a brief illness. Odean was born on December 25, 1936 in Fairplay, Adair County, KY to the late Vanus […]

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Lakers win on the road at Taylor County

May 18, 2021 Zac Oakes

The Russell County Lakers went on the road to Taylor County Tuesday night, coming away with a 9-3 victory against a Cardinals team that sits atop the 5th Region. The game was tied at 3-3 […]

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Local arrests made Tuesday night

May 18, 2021 Zac Oakes

Two local arrests were made Tuesday night. Augustus Crank, 23, of Russell Springs, was arrested by Kentucky State Police and charged with possession of methamphetamine, possession of marijuana, and possession of drug paraphernalia. Rebecca K. […]

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Court system ending most COVID restrictions

May 18, 2021 Zac Oakes

FRANKFORT, Ky., May 18, 2021 – Chief Justice Minton announced today that the state court system is ending most COVID-19 related restrictions. The news comes in the wake of the Centers for Disease Control’s latest […]

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12 active cases of COVID in Russell County

May 18, 2021 Zac Oakes

Statewide Testing Positivity Rate: 2.79%. Deaths: We are happy to report no new deaths today. We have experienced a total of 430 deaths resulting in a 1.92% mortality rate (about 1 in 52) among known […]

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Recent Podcasts

  • Community Conversation 8-6

    Russell Springs City Park Director Daniel Buster joins Jeff Hoover to discuss the latest improvements at the park, including construction on the new golf course and turf ballfield projects. He also shares details about the city's free Back to School Bash, featuring inflatables, games, free food, swimming, and family fun before students head back to class.

  • Community Conversation 8-5

    Jeff Hoover is joined by Democratic gubernatorial candidate Rocky Adkins to discuss his campaign for Kentucky governor. Adkins reflects on his decades of public service, outlines his vision for the state's future, and shares his priorities for economic development, education, healthcare, and working across party lines. He also talks about how his and his wife's experiences as cancer survivors have shaped his perspective on leadership and public service.

  • Community Conversation 8-4

    Russell County Judge-Executive Randy Marcum provides an update on county government, including the new fiscal year budget, the upcoming property tax rate process, and more than $1 million in planned road improvement projects. He also discusses the community commodities program, construction progress on the new Russell County Hospital and Extension Office, the opening of Air Methods at the Russell County Airport, and other developments aimed at improving services and supporting future growth across the county.

  • Community Conversation 8-3

    Jeff Hoover is joined by marriage and family therapist Joy Jones to discuss an upcoming community seminar focused on human trafficking awareness. Jones shares her experience working with survivors, explains common warning signs of exploitation, and talks about how parents, educators, churches, and community members can help protect vulnerable individuals through education and awareness.

  • Community Conversation 7-31

    Jeff Hoover talks with Dr. Emiley Button, Director of Nursing at Lindsey Wilson University, about the school's new fully online RN to BSN program. They discuss how the program helps working nurses earn their bachelor's degree, partnerships with area hospitals and Somerset Community College, tuition assistance opportunities, and the growing demand for nurses across Kentucky.

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