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Month: April 2022

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WCNFH once again host site for KY Lt. Governor’s summer enrichment program

April 26, 2022 Derek Aaron
Wolf Creek National Fish Hatchery is once again a host site for the Kentucky Lieutenant Governor’s Summer Enrichment Program. The hatchery will be hosting EELCorps members and reaching Kentucky’s children with environmental education programming again […]
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Calipari Still Says Wheeler is Difference Maker for Cats Next Year

April 25, 2022 WJRS Staff
by LARRY VAUGHT He was a Bob Cousy Award finalist for the nation’s best point guard, second team all-SEC selection by the league’s coaches and media, and third overall in the nation — first in […]
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Casey County student charged after racial incident at school

April 25, 2022 Zac Oakes
A Casey County Middle School student is facing charges after video circulated of a student assaulting and strangling another student. The student, who was White, reportedly held a Black student in a headlock while using […]
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Free Dump Day is this week

April 25, 2022 Zac Oakes
Free Dump Day in Russell County is this week and will take place Wednesday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Russell County Landfill. This is for Russell County residents only. Waste Tire Day […]
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Operation Preparation helps 8th graders transition to high school

April 25, 2022 Zac Oakes
Last week, Russell County High School held its annual Operation Preparation, a day aimed at helping 8th graders prepare for the transition into high school and learn about the various career pathways offered at the […]
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Russell County sees more than one percent drop in unemployment from a year ago

April 25, 2022 Zac Oakes
Russell County’s unemployment rate dropped more than one percent from the same time period last year according to a new report from the Kentucky Center for Statistics. Russell County’s unemployment rate in the month of […]
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RCMS Baseball, Softball teams dominant in Friday wins

April 25, 2022 Zac Oakes
The Russell County Middle School Baseball and Softball teams were dominant in wins on Friday. The RCMS Softball team scored 24 runs en route to a 24-1 win over Adair County. Rylen McGowan drove in […]
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Russell Springs Man Arrested on Theft Charges

April 25, 2022 Sean Hammond
According to jail records, 18-year-old Janson Flatt, was arrested by Officer Necessary with the Russell Springs Police Department and charged with Theft by Unlawful Taking (Parts from a Vehicle) more than $1,000 but less than […]
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Laker Baseball, Softball teams in action today

April 25, 2022 Zac Oakes
The Russell County High School Baseball and Softball teams will be in action at home today. The Laker Baseball team is scheduled to host Adair County at Laker Field with first pitch scheduled for 4:30 […]
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Rara selected for the Gatton Academy Class of 2024

April 25, 2022 Derek Aaron
Russell County High School’s Jess Christian Rara, the son of Avellino Jess and Diana Rara of Russell Springs, was recently selected to the Gatton Academy of Mathematics and Science at Western Kentucky University in Bowling […]
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  • Community Conversation 8-27

    Sean Hammond sits down with Russell County High School NJROTC Chief Dennis Kiser to discuss the program’s upcoming activities, competitions, educational opportunities, and community events. Chief Kiser also shares how NJROTC helps students build discipline, leadership, confidence, and skills for success—whether or not they pursue a military career.

  • 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.

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