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Russell Springs woman arrested on Wednesday

June 9, 2021 Zac Oakes
A Russell Springs woman was arrested Wednesday by Russell Springs Police. Brianne Bottom, age 23, was arrested and charged with receiving stolen property under $500. Officer Robert Baugh was the arresting officer. She was lodged […]
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Floral Hall Grand Champions

June 9, 2021 Zac Oakes
Below are the Russell Co. Fair Floral Hall Grand Champions. 4-H Division Elizabeth Hoskins – Sewing Tristan Miller – Arts Nadia Kacar – Home Environment Sarah Stephens – Photography Lakyn Stearns – Trends Open Class […]
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RC residents receive academic honors from Campbellsville University

June 9, 2021 Zac Oakes
Several students from Russell County recently received academic honors from Campbellsville University. President’s list students include: Kate Alexa Proctor, a Senior from Jamestown, KY Madison LeAnn Coffey, a Senior from Russell Springs, KY Dean’s list […]
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Wednesday events at the fair

June 9, 2021 Zac Oakes
The Russell County Fair continues today with events kicking off this evening. At 6 p.m. Paradise Amusements will open the carnival. Beginning at 7 p.m., there will be professional wrestling in the grove. Also at […]
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Kentucky courts receiving tech upgrades

June 8, 2021 Zac Oakes
The head of the Kentucky Supreme Court says the past 14 months have been the most challenging in the history of the modern court system. However, as courts return to full, in-person proceedings, Chief Justice […]
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2 active cases of COVID-19 in RC on Tuesday

June 8, 2021 Zac Oakes
Statewide Testing Positivity Rate: 2.12%. Deaths: We are happy to report no new deaths today. We have experienced a total of 453 deaths resulting in a 2% mortality rate (about 1 in 50) among known […]
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Season Stat Recap for Lady Laker Softball

June 8, 2021 Zac Oakes
Take a look at the season stat recap for the Russell County Lady Laker Softball team, courtesy of KHSAA.
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Season stat recaps for Laker Baseball

June 8, 2021 Zac Oakes
As the Laker Baseball season has come to an end, here’s a quick look at season stats for each team, courtesy of KHSAA. Russell County Laker Baseball    
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Rexroat named 4th Region Baseball Coach of the Year

June 8, 2021 Zac Oakes
David Rexroat has been named the 2021 4th Region Baseball Coach of the Year by the 4th Region Coaches Association. Rexroat led the Lakers to an overall record of 30-7 including a 14-3 mark in […]
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Several Laker baseball players receive postseason recognition

June 8, 2021 Zac Oakes
Several Russell County Laker Baseball players were selected for postseason awards by the 4th Region Coaches Association. All-State: Nathan Lawson Senior All Stars: Nick Aaron, Issac Roy, CJ Vonfumetti Junior East/West All Stars: Nathan Lawson […]
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Recent Podcasts

  • Community Conversation 9-3

    Jeff Hoover talks with legendary Kentucky high school basketball coach Allen Feldhaus Jr. following his induction into the Kentucky High School Basketball Hall of Fame. Coach Feldhaus reflects on his 41-year coaching career, his father’s influence, the 2013 state championship, and the lasting relationships basketball has created throughout his career.

  • Community Conversation 9-2

    Jeff Hoover talks with Glenna Helm of Burnside Tourism about Thunder Over Burnside, happening this Labor Day weekend at Burnside City Coal Park. They discuss the free event, live bands, food trucks, craft vendors, activities for children, and the fireworks finale.

  • Community Conversation 9-1

    Jeff Hoover talks with Russell County Judge-Executive Randy Marcum about road projects and funding, the county’s 911 and EMS services, the new Air Methods helicopter base, the solar farm project, improvements at Greasy Creek Roadside Park, and the county’s financial outlook heading into the fall.

  • Community Conversation 8-31

    Jeff Hoover sits down with Russell Springs Mayor Eddie Thomas to talk about the busy summer at Russell Springs City Park, progress on the city’s water project, the new nine-hole turf golf course, upcoming community events, improvements to Main Street, and new additions at the park.

  • Lakers vs LaRue County

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

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