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Mattie Grace Taylor, 93, of Jamestown

January 7, 2021 Sean Hammond
Mattie Grace Taylor, 93, of Jamestown, KY passed away Friday, December 25th, at her residence. . Grace was born in Jamestown, KY on September 1, 1927, a daughter of the late Cecil (Garr) Garr. Mattie […]
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Eight Russell County students named to Dean’s List at UK

January 6, 2021 Zac Oakes
Eight Russell County students were named to the Dean’s List at the University of Kentucky for the Fall 2020 semester. Those students are: Kaylie Polston Jensen Carnes Cassidy Flatt Madison Hare Kaylyn Loy Katelynn Luttrell […]
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24 new cases of COVID-19 in RC on Wednesday

January 6, 2021 Zac Oakes
Statewide Testing Positivity Rate: 11.66%. Deaths: We are sad to report 2 new deaths today. We have experienced a total of 276 deaths resulting in a 1.87% mortality rate (about 1 in 53) among known […]
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Russell Co. native Jason Foley finding success in Pulaski County

January 6, 2021 Zac Oakes
Note from News Director Zac Oakes: Jason Foley, a Russell County native, was recently recognized as the Commonwealth-Journal Coach of the Year. Foley, a decorated alumnus of the Russell County High School Football Program, is […]
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Who is considered an essential worker in vaccine rollout?

January 6, 2021 Zac Oakes
The state of Kentucky released guidance regarding vaccine rollout, which includes essential workers in Phase 1C. COVID-Vaccine-Phases But who exactly is included in that? Here is the list released from the state. Frontline Essential Workers: […]
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Russell Springs man arrested in Pulaski County

January 6, 2021 Zac Oakes
Sheriff Greg Speck reports that on January 6, 2021, Deputy Tan Hudson and Deputy Alex Wesley stopped a 2000 Nissan Frontier on KY 1642 near the Slate Branch Super Stop in Pulaski County. The Deputies […]
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Update on vaccine efforts in the region

January 6, 2021 Zac Oakes
The Lake Cumberland District Health Department provided this update about vaccination efforts in the area.  Vaccination for COVID 19 began December 23rd across the Lake Cumberland District. Each of the ten health departments received limited […]
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Russell County splits opener versus Taylor County

January 6, 2021 Zac Oakes
The Russell County Lakers and Lady Lakers opened their seasons last night against Taylor County at Laker Gym. In the first game, the Lady Lakers fell short by a score of 38-24. Lady Laker Head […]
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Snow Possible Thursday Night

January 6, 2021 Sean Hammond
Good morning everyone and welcome to the halfway point of the work week. We are watching for the potential for snowfall tomorrow night so let’s get right into the forecast for today… Weather will be […]
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William Murray to fill seat on Jamestown City Council

January 5, 2021 Zac Oakes
Members of the Jamestown City Council were sworn in for a new term during a special-called meeting Tuesday night. One new member was sworn in, William Murray, who will fill the seat of his brother […]
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Recent Podcasts

  • Community Conversation 9-4

    Jeff Hoover talks with Russell County Opioid Liaison Jennifer Knifley about National Recovery Month, the importance of sharing stories of recovery, Purple Fridays, and the impact addiction has on individuals and families. They also discuss the upcoming Light of Hope Candlelight Ceremony and the message Jennifer wants everyone struggling with addiction to hear: there is always hope.

  • 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.

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