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Avalanches Are Hard to Predict in Life

April 1, 2022 WJRS Staff
By Tommy Druen Avalanches are difficult to predict. There are a host of factors that go into the forecasting about them such as wind, precipitation and temperature. At the end of the day though, it’s […]
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State budget bill has $3M for RC Agribusiness Facility

April 1, 2022 Zac Oakes
The state legislature’s budget bill includes a total of $3M for the Russell County Agribusiness Training Facility project. The budget bill, which has passed through both chambers and has been sent to Kentucky Gov. Andy […]
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Local unemployment drops 1 percent in February

April 1, 2022 Zac Oakes
The Kentucky Center for Statistics released a report on Thursday showing a one-percent drop in unemployment in Russell County during the month of February compared to the year prior. Russell County’s unemployment rate was reported […]
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KDFWR increasing stocking numbers of striped bass in Lake Cumberland

April 1, 2022 Derek Aaron
The Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources is increasing the number of striped bass being stocked in Lake Cumberland this year in an effort to increase angler satisfaction with the fishery. The department typically […]
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RCMS Volleyball teams finish 2nd in conference tournaments

April 1, 2022 Zac Oakes
The Russell County Middle School Lady Laker Volleyball teams lost two close contests to Adair County in the Central Kentucky Middle School Athletic Conference Tournaments Thursday night. Both 7th and 8th grade teams lost 2-1. […]
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Lawson’s big night leads Lakers to win in Myrtle Beach

April 1, 2022 Zac Oakes
A big night by senior Nathan Lawson led the Laker Baseball team to a win in its first game in the Cal Ripken Experience in Myrtle Beach last night. The Lakers took on Butler High […]
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Laker Tennis has mixed results in matchup with Taylor County

April 1, 2022 Zac Oakes
In a matchup with Taylor County on Tuesday, the Laker Tennis teams saw mixed results. On the boys side, Lucas McFall came away victorious with a 2-0 win, but Carson Buras and Paxton Trautman each […]
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RCMS Girls soccer defeats Southern Pulaski

April 1, 2022 Zac Oakes
The Russell County Middle School girls soccer team continued its winning ways with a 5-1 defeat of Southern Pulaski Middle School at home on Thursday. Adriana Thomas and Madison Weisbrodt led the way with a […]
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Average price of Gas in Russell County drops 3 cents over past week

April 1, 2022 Zac Oakes
According to the AAA gas price tracker, the average price of gas in Russell County has dropped 3 cents over the past week, now sitting at $3.88 compared to $3.91 a week ago. As of […]
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Casey Co. man arrested locally on strangulation, other charges

April 1, 2022 Derek Aaron
A Casey County man was arrested by the Russell Springs Police Department on strangulation, wanton endangerment and other charges on Thursday evening, according to jail records. Demetrias R. Matherly, age 28, of Bethelridge, was taken […]
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  • Community Conversation 8-24

    Susan Toby, chairperson of the Lake Cumberland Walk to End Alzheimer’s, joins Jeff Hoover to discuss Alzheimer’s awareness, early warning signs, the importance of early diagnosis and treatment, and how the community can support families affected by the disease. Toby also shares details about the upcoming Walk to End Alzheimer’s in Somerset on September 27th and how listeners can participate or support the cause.

  • Lakers vs Adair County

    Russell County vs Adair County from Friday, August 21st.

  • 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.

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