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Month: December 2021

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Laker Boys Get First Win, Defeat Letcher County Central 60-53

December 28, 2021 WJRS Staff

The Russell County Laker boys basketball team picked up their first win of the season Tuesday, defeating Letcher County Central by a score of 60 to 53 in the Lake Cumberland Holiday Hoops Classic at […]

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State Legislature Could Extend Candidate Filing Deadline

December 28, 2021 Sean Hammond

The filing deadline for candidates for office is now less than two weeks away. There is discussion, however, that the legislature will pass a bill the first week of the General Assembly to extend that […]

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Couple Chances of Severe Weather

December 28, 2021 Sean Hammond

Good Tuesday, everyone! I wanted to get on here and get make a post about the possibility of severe weather for tomorrow (Wednesday) and then this Saturday. There is still quite a bit of uncertainty […]

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Local 911 Dispatch Experienced Outage over the Weekend

December 28, 2021 Sean Hammond

On Christmas Day the Russell County 911 Dispatch Center experienced an outage with their phone system, causing emergency 911 lines and their non-emergency administrative line to go down. Here’s Derek Aaron with more… Baker said […]

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Russell County now at 26 active COVID cases

December 28, 2021 Zac Oakes

County Active Cases Hospitalized Self-Isolation Released Death(s) Total Per 10K Total Gain New Case Gain 1. Adair 41.00 7.00 34.00 3,791.00 90.00 3,922.00 2,042.50 34.00 35.00 2. Casey 11.00 3.00 8.00 2,982.00 64.00 3,057.00 1,891.82 […]

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Lady Lakers Fall to Meade County in Bankers Hardwood Classic; Tuesday’s game canceled

December 28, 2021 Zac Oakes

The Russell County Lady Lakers fell to 4-7 on the season as they dropped their first game in the Banker’s Hardwood Classic on Monday to the Meade County Lady Waves. The Lady Lakers fell by […]

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Tshiebwe Made a Believer Out Of WKU Coach Stansbury

December 27, 2021 WJRS Staff

By LARRY VAUGHT Western Kentucky coach Rick Stansbury, a Kentucky native, has seen a lot of special performances by UK players during his time coaching at Mississippi State, Texas A&M and Western. However, nothing has […]

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CDC shortens COVID isolation and quarantine times

December 27, 2021 Zac Oakes

The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on Monday shortened the recommended times that people should isolate when they’ve tested positive for Covid-19 from 10 days to five days if they don’t have symptoms […]

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Laker Boys Lose to Somerset Christian, Fall to 0-9 on Season

December 27, 2021 WJRS Staff

In a game that was not on their printed schedule nor listed on the KHSAA website, the Russell County Laker boys participated Monday in the Lake Cumberland Hoops Classic in Somerset. The Lakers lost to […]

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Bill request would establish tax exemption for KY veterans

December 27, 2021 Zac Oakes

Legislation that would establish a tax exemption for Kentucky veterans following their retirement from the Armed Forces has been prefiled for the 2022 General Assembly. BR 971 would create a deduction of the first year’s […]

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Recent Podcasts

  • Community Conversation 7-27

    Russell County Public Library Director Cody Gabehart discusses one of the library's biggest summers ever, with record attendance at programs and events, including the popular RCPL Con. He also shares updates on The Green project, featuring a new sensory play space, walking trail, and community pavilion, while highlighting upcoming back-to-school initiatives, tutoring opportunities, and expanded programming designed to serve families and students throughout the year.

  • Community Conversation 7-24

    In this episode of Community Conversation, Jeff Hoover welcomes Russell County Family and Consumer Sciences Agent Megan Gullett to discuss the many programs and services offered through the Russell County Extension Office. Megan shares updates on a busy summer that included 4-H Camp, county fair activities, and canning classes, while highlighting upcoming opportunities for the community.The conversation covers Extension Homemakers clubs, volunteer efforts, the local book club, food preservation classes, pressure canner testing, and upcoming cooking demonstrations featuring healthy recipes and easy family meals. Megan also explains how residents can get involved in Extension programs and stay connected through the Russell County Extension Office.

  • 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.

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