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Month: February 2022

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Lakers, Lady Lakers defeat Adair County in Friday night home doubleheader

February 11, 2022 Zac Oakes

It’s been a tumultuous season for the Russell County Lakers and Lady Lakers, but Friday night was a night for celebration as the Lakers and Lady Lakers knocked off Adair County in the last home […]

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Mail delivery time is 2.7 days on average

February 11, 2022 Derek Aaron

The United States Postal Service reported new delivery performance information this week, showing the average time to deliver a mailpiece across the postal network was 2.7 days between the period Jan. 1 and Jan. 28. […]

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Russell County, Clinton County students nominated to service academies

February 11, 2022 Zac Oakes

A Russell County and Clinton County student were nominated for U.S. Service Academies by Sen. Rand Paul. Samantha Betts Jimenez from Russell County was nominated for the United States Air Force Academy and Gracie Melton […]

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Alta Lorine Pierce, age 85, of Russell Springs

February 11, 2022 Sean Hammond

Alta Lorine Pierce, of Russell Springs, passed away on Wednesday, February 9, 2022, at her home, surrounded by her family.  She was 85 years of age. Lorine was born on September 2, 1936, in Nashville, […]

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Man with Russell County ties wins first Bass Pro Tournament event

February 11, 2022 Zac Oakes

Bradley Roy has won his first Bass Pro Tournament event with a win at the 2022 B&W Trailer Hitches Stage One event. Roy, a resident of Lancaster, has several family ties to Russell County. His […]

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Local gas prices trending upward

February 11, 2022 Zac Oakes

Local gas prices are trending upward with the average cost of gasoline in Russell County on Thursday evening at $3.22, according to AAA. Gas prices across the state have been trending up, with the average […]

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Antoine R. Wooldridge, age 45, of Nicholasville

February 11, 2022 Sean Hammond

Antoine R. Wooldridge, 45, of Nicholasville, KY passed away Sunday, February 6th, at his residence.Antoine was born in Somerset, KY on June 17, 1976, a son of Nadean Wooldridge, of Nicholasville, KY.He worked as a […]

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Danielle Wilson is new tourism director

February 11, 2022 Derek Aaron

Danielle Wilson was named the new local tourism director during a special called meeting of the Lake Cumberland Tourist Commission on Thursday afternoon, where the board also accepted the resignation of outgoing longtime director, Janette […]

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Lakers, Lady Lakers host Adair in final home doubleheader of season

February 11, 2022 Zac Oakes

The Russell County Lakers and Lady Lakers will host Adair County in the final home doubleheader of the season. The Lady Lakers will start the action at 5:30 p.m. with the boys game to follow. […]

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Russell Springs city officials remind residents about overdue property taxes

February 11, 2022 Zac Oakes

Any Russell Springs resident who hasn’t paid their city property taxes needs to do so as soon as possible. City Clerk Chris Ramsey reported at Thursday night’s city council meeting that the city has collected […]

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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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