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LCDHD urging patience with COVID-19 vaccines

January 12, 2021 Zac Oakes
Lake Cumberland Citizens There is growing frustration and confusion about the COVID-19 vaccine availability. There is a misconception that Lake Cumberland providers have vaccine they are not giving. There is a misconception we are not […]
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10 new cases of COVID-19 in Russell County on Tuesday

January 12, 2021 Zac Oakes
Statewide Testing Positivity Rate: 12.23%. Deaths: We regret we must report 1 new death today. We have experienced a total of 284 deaths resulting in a 1.8% mortality rate (about 1 in 56) among known […]
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Russell County Hospital CEO talks about COVID-19 Vaccine Distribution

January 12, 2021 Sean Hammond
Russell County Hospital CEO Patrick Branco joins Sean on the morning show to talk about COVID-19 vaccine distribution, how long does the vaccine offer immunity for, and dispels some rumors going around in the community […]
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Surprise Snow Last Night

January 12, 2021 Sean Hammond
Good Tuesday morning, everyone and how about that snow last evening? If you checked out the weather blog or accessed the National Weather Service website to check out the forecast yesterday you would see that […]
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12 new cases of COVID-19 in RC on Monday

January 11, 2021 Zac Oakes
Statewide Testing Positivity Rate: 12.35%. Deaths: We are sad to report 3 new deaths today. We have experienced a total of 283 deaths resulting in a 1.81% mortality rate (about 1 in 55) among known […]
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Russell County Fiscal Court holds monthly meeting

January 11, 2021 Zac Oakes
The Russell County Fiscal Court met in regular session Monday night. Russell County Judge Executive Gary Robertson spoke to WJRS News after the brief meeting.
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Drive-thru COVID-19 testing offered at ANC Tuesday

January 11, 2021 Zac Oakes
Cumberland Family Medical Centers will be offering drive-thru COVID-19 testing on Tuesday. Testing will be available from 8 a.m. until 2 p.m. at the Russell County ANC. This is open to the public and no […]
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OPINION: There are bigger fish to fry than impeachment

January 11, 2021 Zac Oakes
We have bigger fish to fry than trying to impeach the leader of the executive branch. But before you react, I’m not talking about the White House. I’m talking about the Governor’s Mansion, and this […]
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Wayne County man charged with murder following fatal collision

January 11, 2021 Zac Oakes
On January 9th, 2021 at approximately 5:43 PM Kentucky State Police Post 15 received a call from Clinton County Dispatch requesting assistance on a two vehicle collision that had resulted in a fatality. Preliminary investigations […]
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Russell Co. Fiscal Court meets tonight

January 11, 2021 Zac Oakes
The Russell County Fiscal Court will hold its regular monthly meeting tonight. The meeting will be at 5:30 at the Russell County Courthouse. The agenda for the meeting is below. We will have a report […]
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  • Community Conversation 9-25

    Jeff Hoover talks with Cloyd Bumgardner, Deputy Pulaski County Judge-Executive and longtime educator, about the upcoming Technology Showcase at the Center for Rural Development in Somerset. They discuss the free regional event, which will feature robotics, drones, artificial intelligence, virtual reality, 3D printing, skilled trades, electric vehicles and more, along with opportunities for students and the public to explore careers in technology.

  • Community Conversation 9-23

    Jeff Hoover talks with Russell County High School boys golf coach Brandon Selby about the Lakers’ season, senior Gabe Browning’s qualification for the state semifinal, and the team’s young roster. They also discuss plans for a new Laker Golf Academy featuring two golf simulators, a putting area and workout space.

  • Community Conversation 9-21

    Jeff Hoover talks with Ethan Selby of the Lake Cumberland Regional College and Workforce Center about SkillsUSA and the hands-on career programs available to students. They also discuss the upcoming SkillsUSA car show, how students help organize and run the event, and how the proceeds help support SkillsUSA activities throughout the year.

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  • Community Conversation 9-18

    Jeff Hoover talks with Daniel Buster from the City of Russell Springs and Wayne Lynch from the Ol' Boys Toys Car Club about the monthly car shows on Main Street in Russell Springs. They discuss this Saturday’s trophy show, food trucks, live music, the Russell County Elementary School band fundraiser, and how the car club gives back to the community.

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