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Applications being accepted for Rural Electric Youth Tour

February 18, 2022 Derek Aaron

Applications for the Rural Electric Youth Tour in Washington, D. C., are being accepted by South Kentucky RECC through February 25th, according to the cooperative. Twelve semifinalists from Russell County High School and other high […]

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Tax-related constitutional amendment proposal clears House committee

February 18, 2022 Derek Aaron

Kentucky voters may soon decide whether or not the Kentucky General Assembly can allow local governments to charge new types of taxes. House Bill 475 cleared the House Elections, Constitutional Amendments and Intergovernmental Affairs Committee […]

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Ricky Lee Johnson, age 60, of Russell Springs

February 18, 2022 Sean Hammond

Ricky Lee Johnson, age 60, of Russell Springs, passed away peacefully on February 16, 2022, at his home, with his loving wife of 34 years by his side. Born May 17, 1961, in Russell Springs, […]

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22 COVID cases reported in RC on Thursday

February 17, 2022 Zac Oakes

22 COVID cases were reported in Russell County on Thursday on the state dashboard. The local positivity rate remains higher than the state average, with the local rate being at around 18 percent compared to […]

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Transportation Cabinet warns about signs on right-of-ways

February 17, 2022 Zac Oakes

Illegally placed items along state maintained right of way areas are subject to being removed. Political campaigns, residents, business operators and property owners along US and KY routes are reminded no signage is allowed on […]

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Flood Warning Issued for Russell County

February 17, 2022 Sean Hammond

WHAT…Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected. * WHERE…A portion of south central Kentucky, including the following counties, Clinton, Cumberland, Monroe and Russell. * WHEN…Until 8:30 PM CST. * IMPACTS…Flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and […]

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Jamestown family credits UK Healthcare for prompt care and innovative treatment

February 17, 2022 Zac Oakes

Note: This article was originally written by Eric Nance Woehler and published by UKNow and UK Healthcare, which can be found here.  LEXINGTON, Ky. (Feb. 16, 2022) — Tyson England was trying. His family was trying. […]

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Pulaski County teen reportedly passes away in home fire

February 17, 2022 Zac Oakes

A teenager has reportedly passed away following a house fire in Pulaski County. The Pulaski County coroner said a 16-year-old passed away as a result of the fire on Dry Branch Road at around 4 […]

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Russell County’s COVID incidence rate is 15th highest in the state

February 17, 2022 Zac Oakes

46 new COVID cases were reported in Russell County yesterday. That follows up a new case count of 38 reported on Tuesday. The jump has raised the incidence rate in Russell County to the 15th […]

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KY Hunter Education classes to revert back to normal in May

February 17, 2022 Derek Aaron

The Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Hunter Education video range-day option will not be available after May 1st of this year. The Hunter Education video range option was established as a response to COVID-19 […]

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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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