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Deadline to register to vote in May primary is less than two weeks away

April 5, 2022 Zac Oakes
The deadline to register to vote in the upcoming May primary is now less than two weeks away. The deadline to register to vote is Monday, April 18. Those who haven’t registered to vote yet […]
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Russell Springs woman arrested in Adair County Monday morning

April 5, 2022 Zac Oakes
A Russell Springs woman was arrested early Monday morning by the Adair County Sheriff’s Office. Kassie A. Burton, age 33, was arrested and charged with operating a motor vehicle under the influence of a controlled […]
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LCCAC signs child abuse prevention pledge

April 5, 2022 Derek Aaron
The Lake Cumberland Community Action Agency in Jamestown has joined several statewide partners in conjunction with Prevent Child Abuse Kentucky and signed a pledge this month to refocus efforts on protecting the health and well-being […]
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KSP Post 15 to conduct traffic safety checkpoints

April 4, 2022 Zac Oakes
Columbia, KY (April 4, 2022)  Kentucky State Police Post 15 will be conducting periodic traffic safety checkpoints in the Post 15 area, which includes Washington, Marion, Taylor, Green, Casey, Russell, Adair, Metcalfe, Monroe, Clinton, and […]
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RCHS Bass Fishers qualify for state

April 4, 2022 Zac Oakes
The Russell County High School Bass Fishing Team traveled to Land Between the Lakes last weekend to fish in the KBN High School Kentucky Lake Tournament. Lucas Wray and Will Stephens placed 8th out of […]
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RCMS Softball remains undefeated with win over Adair

April 4, 2022 Zac Oakes
The Russell County Middle School Softball team remained undefeated with a 17-0 win over Adair County on Friday. Brylie Jo Hardwick pitched a 3 inning no-hitter, striking out 3 of the 9 batters she faced. […]
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Laker Tennis struggles against Greenwood ; McFall, Grant pick up singles wins

April 4, 2022 Zac Oakes
The Laker Tennis team faced some struggles against a talented Greenwood team on Friday. The Lakers lost all four doubles contests, but picked up two singles wins. In the boys 1 seed matchup, Russell County’s […]
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Smith named Lake Cumberland Region FFA Vice President

April 4, 2022 Zac Oakes
Russell County High School FFA Treasurer Bryanna Smith was recently named Vice President for the Lake Cumberland Region FFA chapter. Smith will serve in the position for the 2022-2023 year. Smith won the Employability Leadership […]
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WJRS and RC Chamber to present local candidate forum next month

April 4, 2022 Zac Oakes
Laker Country 104.9 WJRS and the Russell County Chamber of Commerce are teaming up to host a forum for local candidates in the May primary election. The forum, which will take place Thursday, May 5 […]
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April serves as Donate Life Month

April 4, 2022 Derek Aaron
April serves as National Donate Life Month in partnership with the Kentucky Circuit Court Clerks’ Trust For Life and Donate Life America, according to Russell County Circuit Clerk Tony Kerr. Currently, more than 60% of […]
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Recent Podcasts

  • 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.

  • Community Conversation 9-17

    Jeff Hoover talks with Russell County Public Library Director Cody Gabehart about the grand opening of The Green, including the new pavilion, sensory play space, walking trail and amphitheater. They also discuss upcoming events, the library’s Halloween costume shop, the new library website, and the digitization of local genealogy and oral history records.

  • Community Conversation 9-16

    Jeff Hoover talks with Russell County Jaycee Leonard Coppage about the ninth annual Convoy for Kids, coming up October 17th at the Russell County Fairgrounds. They discuss the new truck show, classic cars and tractors, the convoy route, and how the event raises money for Toys for Tots.

  • Community Conversation 9-15

    Jeff Hoover talks with Crystal Popplewell of Lake Cumberland Tourism about the success of the Poker Run and the continued growth of tourism in the area. They also discuss the extension of Food Truck Friday through October 30th, including the special themes and community events planned for the coming weeks.

  • Community Conversation 9-14

    Jeff Hoover talks with students and leaders from the Russell County High School Next Gen Civics Club about the program’s growth, hands-on experience with local government, and the impact it is having on students. They also discuss the students’ involvement in the upcoming Greasy Creek Roadside Park groundbreaking and ribbon-cutting ceremony.

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