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Month: February 2022

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Ellis, Grider, Pippen, and 2017 team to be inducted into Lady Laker Court of Honor

February 14, 2022 Zac Oakes

Two former Russell County players and a former Lady Laker Coach will be inducted into the Court of Honor Monday night at halftime of the Lady Lakers matchup with Somerset. Former players LeeAnn Grider and […]

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Watching for Storms Late this Week

February 14, 2022 Sean Hammond

Good morning and Happy Valentine’s Day! Temperatures are starting out in the lower 20’s this morning so make sure you have a jacket as you head out. High’s will be in the 40’s today and […]

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General Assembly nearing its halfway point

February 14, 2022 Derek Aaron

The 2022 legislative session continued to march towards its midway point last week. Keith West tells us more on where the General Assembly stands in this update from Frankfort… Both the House and Senate are […]

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Adair County porch pirate apprehended

February 14, 2022 Zac Oakes

Officers from the Columbia Police Department were dispatched to a theft at a residence on Fairground Street early last week. The caller reported a subject was caught on their security cameras stealing a package. Officers […]

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Lakers fall to Pulaski County on Saturday

February 13, 2022 Zac Oakes

On Saturday, the Lakers went to Pulaski County High School to take on the 12th-region leader Maroons.  The Maroons won by a score of 95-56, moving the Lakers to 4-20 on the season while the […]

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Russell Co. getting new KDFWR conservation officer

February 13, 2022 Derek Aaron

Russell County will be getting one of the state’s five newest conservation officers with the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources. Charles Houk, who previously served in law enforcement in Taylor County, will serve […]

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Adair, Casey, Taylor counties receive infrastructure funding

February 13, 2022 Derek Aaron

Nearby Taylor and neighboring Adair and Casey counties received funding this past week to provide cleaner drinking water and improved sewer and wastewater systems, according to Governor Andy Beshear. The Columbia/Adair Utilities District is receiving […]

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Local man arrested on burglary, other charges

February 13, 2022 Derek Aaron

A Russell Springs man was arrested on Saturday by the Russell County Sheriff’s Office on a second degree burglary charge as well as tampering with physical evidence and theft by unlawful taking or disposition charges, […]

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Russell Springs woman arrested in Columbia over the weekend

February 13, 2022 Derek Aaron

A Russell Springs woman was arrested on possession of methamphetamine and other charges in Columbia over the weekend, according to the Columbia Police Department. Police were dispatched to what was initially a vehicle complaint at […]

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Ezra Lee Wilson, age 89, of Russell Springs

February 12, 2022 Sean Hammond

Ezra Lee Wilson, age 89, of Russell Springs, KY passed away Thursday, February 10 2022 at Somerset Rehab. He was born on Monday, August 22 1932, in Somerset, KY. He was the son of: Mother […]

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Recent Podcasts

  • Community Conversation 8-19

    Jeff Hoover talks with Russell County High School FFA state champion public speakers Piper Garmon and recent graduate Kendall Melton. The two share their experiences competing at the state level, their winning speeches, and how FFA has helped them build confidence, discover opportunities, and prepare for their futures in agriculture and education.

  • Community Conversation 8-18

    Jeff Hoover talks with Kentucky Lieutenant Governor and Democratic candidate for governor Jacqueline Coleman about her campaign, education, school funding, Kentucky’s budget, working with the legislature, and her vision for the future of the Commonwealth. Coleman also discusses her background as an educator, coach, and mother and what sets her apart in the Democratic primary.

  • Community Conversation 8-17

    Jeff Hoover talks with Russell County Schools Director of Security Jackie Grider about school safety, the role of school resource officers, summer training, and the importance of building trust with students, parents, and the community. Grider also shares his personal commitment to helping students make positive choices and succeed.

  • 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.

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