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New website helps high schoolers plan for life after graduation

June 29, 2021 Zac Oakes

Students have a new interactive tool to research degree programs at Kentucky’s public colleges and universities, allowing them to compare tuition, student debt and salaries for hundreds of occupations before choosing a major. The tool, called the […]

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RCHS SBDM continues principal search on Wednesday

June 29, 2021 Zac Oakes

The Russell County High School Site-Based Decision Making Council will hold a special-called meeting on Wednesday, June 30 at 4:30 p.m. at the RCHS library. The council will review feedback from the survey sent out […]

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No Adair County Fair this summer

June 29, 2021 Zac Oakes

The Adair County Fair Board announced that there will not be a fair in Adair County this summer. The fair board has set a goal to have a fair at the new fairgrounds site off […]

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Somerset Loses Smith Brothers, But May See Them Again on Field at UK

June 29, 2021 WJRS Staff

By LARRY VAUGHT Losing two players who both have 10 Power 5 scholarship offers would be a blow to any high school football program but Somerset coach Robbie Lucas wishes nothing but the best for […]

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New state laws go into effect today

June 29, 2021 Zac Oakes

Most new laws approved during the Kentucky General Assembly’s 2021 session will go into effect today. The Kentucky Constitution specifies that new laws take effect 90 days after the adjournment of the legislature unless they […]

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Drug trafficking at gas station being investigated

June 28, 2021 Zac Oakes

Russell Springs Police say they are investigating drug trafficking that has been occurring at the Lake Country Valero gas station. Russell Springs Police Chief Tim Pierce said Officer Debra Necessary is leading the investigation. The […]

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Two Russell Springs men arrested in Adair Co.

June 28, 2021 Zac Oakes

Two Russell Springs men were arrested in Adair County on Monday. Jason D. Bernard, age 41, was arrested and charged with failure to maintain insurance, no registration receipt, no registration plate, improper display of plates, […]

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Wise working with group of legislators to prefile NIL bill

June 28, 2021 Zac Oakes

State Sen. Max Wise, R-Campbellsville, who represents Russell County in the Kentucky Senate, is  working toward prefiling a bill in the Kentucky Legislature that would provide name, image, and likeness rights for college athletes in […]

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Well-known LWC professor passes away at 45

June 28, 2021 Zac Oakes

Columbia, KY — Beloved Lindsey Wilson College English Professor Kara Louise Mollis, an accomplished scholar in 19th and 20th century American literature and women’s and gender studies, died on Thursday, June 24. She was 45. […]

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More than 6,500 Russell Countians have received one dose of COVID vaccine

June 28, 2021 Zac Oakes

Data from the United States Centers for Disease Control shows that more than 6,500 Russell County residents have received at least one dose of the COVID-19 vaccine. 6,561 Russell County residents have received at least […]

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  • Community Conversation 7-22

    Jeff Hoover welcomes members of the Adair County 16U All-Star Girls Softball Team and assistant coach Grace Loy. The team recently captured the Kentucky Senior League Softball State Championship and was competing in the Super Regional Tournament in Lawrenceburg.Coach Loy and players from both Russell County and Adair County discuss their championship run, the chemistry between the combined team, their journey through the tournament, and their hopes of advancing to the national championship. Hear from the young athletes about their love for the game, teamwork, and representing their communities on the softball field. 

  • Community Conversation 7-21

    In this episode of Community Conversation, Jeff Hoover talks with Dr. Samantha Gaddie, founding director of Campbellsville University's new agriculture program. Dr. Gaddie discusses the launch of the university's new agriculture degree, the hands-on learning opportunities available to students, the importance of supporting Kentucky's agricultural industry, and her vision for preparing the next generation of agricultural leaders. Learn how this new program will partner with local farmers and provide students with practical experience while staying close to home in South Central Kentucky.

  • Community Conversation 7-15

    Jeff Hoover talks with Joyce Holt and Mike Berry about the 7th Annual Relay for Life Benefit Ride benefiting the American Cancer Society, including this year's new Biker Bingo fundraiser and ride details. He is also joined by Scott Jones and Daniel Buster from the City of Russell Springs to discuss an upcoming wood bat baseball tournament and the city's first-ever free Back to School Bash at Russell Springs City Park.

  • Community Conversation 7-14

    Lake Cumberland Tourism Director Danielle Wilson joins Community Conversation to discuss the tremendous success of the recent High School Fishing World Finals, the economic impact on local businesses, and the possibility of bringing the event back in the future. Wilson also highlights upcoming events including the 127 Yard Sale, the Lake Cumberland Bluegrass Festival, Food Truck Friday, and the growing summer tourism season across Russell County and Lake Cumberland.

  • Community Conversation 7-13

    Russell County 10U All-Star coach Reggie Roy joins Community Conversation following the team's undefeated run to the Cal Ripken State Championship in Elizabethtown. Roy discusses the players' hard work, the dedication of parents and coaches, and the community support as the team prepares to compete in the Super Regional Tournament in Indiana.

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