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Month: July 2021

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Jabez students will attend Salem Elementary

July 20, 2021 Zac Oakes
With the creation of the new Eli exit on the Cumberland Parkway, Russell County Schools made an adjustment to its attendance zones where Jabez students will begin attending Salem Elementary instead of Russell Springs Elementary. […]
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Ford says plan is for no masks in classrooms to start school year

July 20, 2021 Zac Oakes
Russell County Schools Superintendent Michael Ford said the plan is for no masks in the classroom when school starts next month. Right now, mask wearing by unvaccinated staff and students in schools is recommended, but […]
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Bryce Bailey to take over as RCMS Football Coach

July 19, 2021 Zac Oakes
Russell County Middle School has a new head football coach. Bryce Bailey will take over the middle school program after being an assistant coach for the program following the resignation of former coach Keith Ellis. […]
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Sheriff’s office working on plans to put SRO at Jamestown Elementary

July 19, 2021 Zac Oakes
Russell County Sheriff Derek Polston is actively working to place a school resource officer at Jamestown Elementary School. Jamestown is the only school within the district that currently does not have a school resource officer, […]
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Russell County Schools to provide basic school supplies for students

July 19, 2021 Zac Oakes
The Russell County School District will provide basic school supplies for students this upcoming school year, like they did last year, according to Superintendent Michael Ford. Ford made the announcement during Monday’s Board of Education […]
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Jamestown Elementary SBDM to meet Tuesday

July 19, 2021 Zac Oakes
The Jamestown Elementary School School-Based Decision Making Council will hold a regular meeting on Tuesday at 4 p.m. The meeting will be held in the conference room at Jamestown Elementary School. Full agenda below: JAMESTOWN […]
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Vaccine clinic to be held on Friday

July 19, 2021 Zac Oakes
Cumberland Family Medical and the Healthy Kids Clinic will be hosting a COVID-19 vaccine clinic for those ages 12 and up on Friday. The clinic will be from noon until 5 p.m. and the Pfizer […]
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Russell County Board of Education to meet Monday

July 19, 2021 Zac Oakes
The Russell County Board of Education will hold its regular monthly meeting tonight. The board is expected to discuss providing school supplies for students next school year, along with a paving project at Russell County […]
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Gossage reflects on time at RCHS

July 19, 2021 Zac Oakes
Darren Gossage views his time at Russell County High School as a labor of love. The Russell County High School principal will be wrapping up a 28-year career in education at the end of this […]
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K9 Jolly already paying dividends for RSPD

July 19, 2021 Zac Oakes
The Russell Springs Police Department has a new member. This one looks a little different than the others though. Meet K9 Jolly. Jolly is a nearly two-year-old Malinois who is handled by Russell Springs Police […]
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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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