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Month: January 2022

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Health Department reports 79 COVID cases on Monday

January 31, 2022 Zac Oakes

Statewide Testing Positivity Rate: 28.49%. Deaths: We are sad to report 6 new deaths since our last report. These include one McCreary County resident (unvaccinated), three Pulaski County residents (one vaccinated, one partially vaccinated, and […]

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RSPD makes arrest in connection with Russell Springs burglaries

January 31, 2022 Zac Oakes

The Russell Springs Police Department has made an arrest in connection with burglaries at two Russell Springs businesses recently. Zachariah T. Bunch, age 29 of Russell Springs, was taken into custody by officer Necessary and […]

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Anna Ray, 63, of Columbia

January 31, 2022 Sean Hammond

Anna Ray, 63, of Columbia, KY, passed away Saturday, January 29th, at T.J. Samson Community Hospital, Glasgow, KY. Anna was born in Albany, KY, on February 21, 1958, a daughter of the late Lena (Brumley) and Joe […]

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Russell Springs woman injured in Monday morning auto collision

January 31, 2022 Zac Oakes

A Russell Springs woman was injured in a two-vehicle auto collision Monday morning on East Highway 80. According to the Russell Springs Police Department, 49-year-old Tammy Payton of Columbia was driving a 2016 Nissan Rogue […]

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Lady Laker Basketball vs Metcalfe postponed until next week

January 31, 2022 Zac Oakes

The Lady Laker Basketball game at home against Metcalfe County has been postponed until next Tuesday, Feb. 8, according to RCHS Athletics Director Michael Carpenter. The original schedule included a Laker/Lady Laker doubleheader against Metcalfe […]

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Russell Springs Police issue warning about ABC violations

January 31, 2022 Zac Oakes

The Russell Springs Police Department is issuing warnings to local businesses about alcoholic beverage control violations. The department said while performing random ABC inspections throughout town, RSPD Officer Jeremie West observed two different incidents of […]

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Hospital planning major sewer renovation

January 31, 2022 Zac Oakes

Russell County Hospital is planning a major sewer renovation. RCH Director of Physical Plant Operations Mike Egnew told the hospital’s board of directors recently that the hospital has expended around $275,000 to upgrade the system, […]

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UK Athlete Riley Gaines Looking Ahead

January 31, 2022 WJRS Staff

By LARRY VAUGHTWhat could Riley Gaines do for an encore? During her junior season she won the 200-meter freestyle at the Southeastern Conference championship and was also part of the winning 4×200 relay team that […]

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RCMS 8th grade Lakers compete for conference championship tonight

January 31, 2022 Zac Oakes

The Russell County Middle School 8th grade Laker Basketball team will compete for the Central Kentucky Middle School Athletic Conference Championship tonight. The Lakers will take on Clinton County at Russell County Middle School, with […]

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Russell Springs Man Arrested on Theft and Other Charges

January 31, 2022 Sean Hammond

A Russell Springs man was arrested early this morning on theft and other charges. According to jail records, Zachariah Bunch, age 29, was arrested by Officer Debra Necessary with the Russell Springs Police Department and […]

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Recent Podcasts

  • 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.

  • Community Conversation 7-14

    Lake Cumberland Tourism Director Danielle Wilson joins Community Conversation to discuss the tremendous success of the recent High School Fishing World Finals, the economic impact on local businesses, and the possibility of bringing the event back in the future. Wilson also highlights upcoming events including the 127 Yard Sale, the Lake Cumberland Bluegrass Festival, Food Truck Friday, and the growing summer tourism season across Russell County and Lake Cumberland.

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