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Month: March 2022

Obituaries

Ottis Hines, age 84, of Russell Springs

March 1, 2022 Sean Hammond
Ottis Hines, 84, of Russell Springs, KY, passed away Monday, February 28th, at Russell County Hospital surrounded by his family.Ottis was born in Somerset, KY on March 2, 1937, a son of the late Fannie […]
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Added layer of security coming to RSES entryway

March 1, 2022 Derek Aaron
Russell Springs Elementary is the lone school in the county without an added layer of doorway security upon entry. The Russell County Board of Education continued taking steps to correct that problem at their regular […]
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Proposed legislation introduced to allow sports wagering in KY

March 1, 2022 Derek Aaron
Monday began with a bang as bipartisan legislation was proposed to allow sports wagering in Kentucky. Keith West has more from Frankfort for WJRS NEWS…
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RCEA names McGowan as certified employee of the month

March 1, 2022 Derek Aaron
Leslie McGowan, a teacher at Russell County Middle School, has been named the Russell County Education Association’s Certified Employee of the Month. RCEA President Brooke Bartrug presented McGowan with a check for $100 at this […]
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Oscar Tshiebwe Set to Become Only Third Player in UK History with 500 Rebounds

March 1, 2022 WJRS Staff
By LARRY VAUGHT Only seven UK players have ever had 400 or more rebounds in a single season and Oscar Tshiebwe is one of them. After pulling off 18 rebounds against Arkansas, he has 445 […]
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Tornado safety drill to take place Wednesday

March 1, 2022 Derek Aaron
A statewide tornado safety drill will take place tomorrow, Wednesday, March 2 at 9:07 am central time. The drill is being conducted during Severe Weather Awareness Week, which is being observed now through Sunday, March […]
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New hunting, fishing license year begins today

March 1, 2022 Derek Aaron
A new license year begins today, March 1st, and the year runs through the end of February 2023 for state hunting and fishing licenses, according to state wildlife officials. Licenses and permits can be purchased […]
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Recent Podcasts

  • 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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