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Lady Lakers fall in region opener to Greenwood

May 30, 2022 Zac Oakes

The Russell County Lady Laker Softball team fell to the Greenwood Lady Gators in the opening round of the 4th Region Tournament at Western Kentucky University Saturday afternoon. The game remained scoreless after three innings, […]

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Voter registration up in the state last month

May 30, 2022 Zac Oakes

Kentucky Secretary of State Michael Adams said voter registration in Kentucky was up last month ahead of the primary election. From April 1 through April 18, when voter registration closed in preparation for the primary […]

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Incoming seniors can retake ACT for free

May 30, 2022 Zac Oakes

Gov. Andy Beshear has announced that incoming Kentucky high school seniors who have previously taken the ACT will be eligible to take the test a second time for free during a statewide ACT retake day […]

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Russell Springs man arrested on multiple charges

May 30, 2022 Derek Aaron

A Russell Springs man was arrested on a variety of charges this past Friday night by the Russell Springs Police Department, according to jail records. Brandon Burton, age 31, was taken into custody by Lt. […]

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Class of 2022 celebrates graduation

May 30, 2022 Zac Oakes

The Class of 2022 walked across the stage and accepted their diplomas at Russell County High School’s graduation ceremony Friday night. The class had 168 members that graduated Friday night. After graduation, many of the […]

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Russell County’s unemployment rate stands at 4.1%

May 30, 2022 Derek Aaron

Russell County’s unemployment rate for April was 4.1 percent, down a full percentage point from the previous month, according to the Kentucky Center for Statistics, an agency of the Kentucky Education and Workforce Development Cabinet. […]

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Mill Springs to hold Memorial Day Ceremony

May 28, 2022 Zac Oakes

On Monday, May 30, 2022, Mill Springs Battlefield National Monument (NM), in partnership with Mill Springs National Cemetery, will be holding annual Memorial Day Services. Mill Springs Battlefield NM and the National Cemetery would like […]

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Jo Ann “Jody” Selby Ballard, age 92, of Russell Springs

May 27, 2022 Sean Hammond

Jo Ann “Jody” Selby Ballard, of Russell Springs, passed from this life on Thursday evening, May 26, 2022, at her home. She was 92 years and 20 days of age. Born in Russell Springs, on […]

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Wilbur K. Barnes, age 90, of Jamestown

May 27, 2022 Sean Hammond

Wilbur K. Barnes, 90, of Jamestown, KY, passed away Thursday, May 26th, at his residence surrounded by family. Wilbur was born in Rowena, KY on February 14, 1932, a son of the late Martha (Gaines) […]

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Rand Paul coming to Jamestown next week

May 27, 2022 Zac Oakes

U.S. Sen. Rand Paul will visit Jamestown next week for a community update. Paul will be at Jamestown City Hall at noon next Friday, June 3 in the city council room. The event is open […]

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Recent Podcasts

  • Community Conversation 7-22

    Jeff Hoover welcomes members of the Adair County 16U All-Star Girls Softball Team and assistant coach Grace Loy. The team recently captured the Kentucky Senior League Softball State Championship and was competing in the Super Regional Tournament in Lawrenceburg.Coach Loy and players from both Russell County and Adair County discuss their championship run, the chemistry between the combined team, their journey through the tournament, and their hopes of advancing to the national championship. Hear from the young athletes about their love for the game, teamwork, and representing their communities on the softball field. 

  • Community Conversation 7-21

    In this episode of Community Conversation, Jeff Hoover talks with Dr. Samantha Gaddie, founding director of Campbellsville University's new agriculture program. Dr. Gaddie discusses the launch of the university's new agriculture degree, the hands-on learning opportunities available to students, the importance of supporting Kentucky's agricultural industry, and her vision for preparing the next generation of agricultural leaders. Learn how this new program will partner with local farmers and provide students with practical experience while staying close to home in South Central Kentucky.

  • Community Conversation 7-15

    Jeff Hoover talks with Joyce Holt and Mike Berry about the 7th Annual Relay for Life Benefit Ride benefiting the American Cancer Society, including this year's new Biker Bingo fundraiser and ride details. He is also joined by Scott Jones and Daniel Buster from the City of Russell Springs to discuss an upcoming wood bat baseball tournament and the city's first-ever free Back to School Bash at Russell Springs City Park.

  • Community Conversation 7-14

    Lake Cumberland Tourism Director Danielle Wilson joins Community Conversation to discuss the tremendous success of the recent High School Fishing World Finals, the economic impact on local businesses, and the possibility of bringing the event back in the future. Wilson also highlights upcoming events including the 127 Yard Sale, the Lake Cumberland Bluegrass Festival, Food Truck Friday, and the growing summer tourism season across Russell County and Lake Cumberland.

  • Community Conversation 7-13

    Russell County 10U All-Star coach Reggie Roy joins Community Conversation following the team's undefeated run to the Cal Ripken State Championship in Elizabethtown. Roy discusses the players' hard work, the dedication of parents and coaches, and the community support as the team prepares to compete in the Super Regional Tournament in Indiana.

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