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25 new cases of COVID-19 in RC Tuesday

January 5, 2021 Zac Oakes
Statewide Testing Positivity Rate: 11.36%. Deaths: We regret we must report 3 new deaths today. We have experienced a total of 274 deaths resulting in a 1.89% mortality rate (about 1 in 53) among known […]
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Russell Springs Police seeking public’s assistance

January 5, 2021 Zac Oakes
The Russell Springs Police Department is seeking the public’s assistance regarding a stolen trailer. The trailer was stolen on 12/29/2020 around 10 pm from the Middletown area of 127. If you have any information, you’re […]
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KSP investigating double fatal accident in Pulaski County

January 5, 2021 Zac Oakes
Eubank Ky. (January 05 , 2021) – On January 04, 2021 at approximately 6:20 PM, the Kentucky State Police, London Post responded to a two vehicle collision that occurred on US 27 N at the […]
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RCHS Basketball opens season tonight hosting Taylor County

January 5, 2021 Zac Oakes
The Russell County Lady Lakers and Laker boys will open their basketball seasons tonight. Both teams will host Taylor County at Laker gym.   The girls game will get underway at 5:30, with the boys game […]
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2021 legislative session begins today, Branscum to be sworn in as new state rep

January 5, 2021 Zac Oakes
The 2021 legislative session begins today as state lawmakers will converge on Frankfort to pass a one-year state budget and pass legislation for the commonwealth. State Representative-Elect Josh Branscum will also be sworn in today […]
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Cooler Weather Settles In

January 5, 2021 Sean Hammond
Good Tuesday morning, everyone. Monday was a quiet day weather wise and that looks to be the case for today. Let’s get right to the blog… Some folks may see some drizzle early on this […]
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Betty Smith, age 88, of Russell Springs

January 5, 2021 WJRS Staff
Betty Smith, 88, widow of Grafton Smith, went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, January 3, 2021 at her home. She was born in Eli, Kentucky on August 17, 1932, the youngest child […]
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South 127 on Wolf Creek Dam to Be Closed During Certain Times on Tuesday and Wednesday

January 5, 2021 WJRS Staff
U.S. 127 on Wolf Creek Dam in southern Russell County will experience closures on Tuesday and Wednesday. According to the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet, Department of Highways, District 8 office in Somerset, due to the renovation […]
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Laker Basketball Starts Tonight at RCHS

January 5, 2021 WJRS Staff
The highly unusual, COVID affected high school basketball season gets underway tonight for the Russell County Lady Lakers and Laker boys. Both teams will host Taylor County at Laker gym.    The girls game will tip […]
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UK Women’s Hoops Coach Says Howard is “Best Player in Country”

January 5, 2021 WJRS Staff
By LARRY VAUGHT Kentucky had to rely so much on Rhyne Howard last year to win, especially in the biggest games. This year coach Kyra Elzy has a lot more options and depth at Kentucky. […]
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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.

  • Lakers vs Taylor County

    Russell County vs Taylor County from Friday, September 18th.

  • 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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