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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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  • Community Conversation 8-12

    Superintendent Michael Ford joins Jeff Hoover to discuss the start of the new school year, the latest progress on the new middle school, the completed Laker Band practice area, school facility priorities, teacher recruitment, and the need for substitute teachers across the district.

  • Community Conversation 8-10

    Jeff Hoover talks with Kristina Burton of the Russell County Public Library about the upcoming grand opening of The Green, including the new Bank of Jamestown Pavilion, community events, and opportunities for families. They also discuss the library’s returning homework help program, teen advisory board, book clubs, and other ways the library is serving the Russell County community.

  • Community Conversation 8-6

    Russell Springs City Park Director Daniel Buster joins Jeff Hoover to discuss the latest improvements at the park, including construction on the new golf course and turf ballfield projects. He also shares details about the city's free Back to School Bash, featuring inflatables, games, free food, swimming, and family fun before students head back to class.

  • Community Conversation 8-5

    Jeff Hoover is joined by Democratic gubernatorial candidate Rocky Adkins to discuss his campaign for Kentucky governor. Adkins reflects on his decades of public service, outlines his vision for the state's future, and shares his priorities for economic development, education, healthcare, and working across party lines. He also talks about how his and his wife's experiences as cancer survivors have shaped his perspective on leadership and public service.

  • Community Conversation 8-4

    Russell County Judge-Executive Randy Marcum provides an update on county government, including the new fiscal year budget, the upcoming property tax rate process, and more than $1 million in planned road improvement projects. He also discusses the community commodities program, construction progress on the new Russell County Hospital and Extension Office, the opening of Air Methods at the Russell County Airport, and other developments aimed at improving services and supporting future growth across the county.

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