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Calipari Says Oscar Tshiebwe is an “Authentic” Person

May 3, 2022 WJRS Staff

By LARRY VAUGHT Before Oscar Tshiebwe officially announced he was staying at Kentucky for another season he had some telling him he should go ahead and start his professional career after sweeping national player of […]

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Several arrested in local drug roundup

May 3, 2022 Zac Oakes

Multiple Russell County residents were arrested in a drug roundup stemming from sealed indictments last week. Officers with the Russell County Sheriff’s Office, Kentucky State Police, Russell Springs Police Department, and Jamestown Police Department, in […]

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A look at local voter registration numbers

May 3, 2022 Derek Aaron

With Election Day just two weeks from today, Russell County has 14,529 registered voters ahead of the primary, according to the latest registration stats from the State Board of Elections. Of that number, 11,113 are […]

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Four RCMS students selected as Rogers Explorers

May 3, 2022 Derek Aaron

Four Russell County Middle School students have been chosen for the Rogers Explorers program. Asa Woodcock, Laila Hammond, Ella Pierce, and Marlei DeVore will each travel to a college campus this summer for “an intensive […]

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Lady Laker Softball game cancelled

May 3, 2022 Zac Oakes

The Russell County Lady Laker Softball team’s game against Green County has been cancelled for this evening due to weather.    

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Laker Baseball to host senior night tonight

May 3, 2022 Zac Oakes

The Russell County Laker Baseball team will host senior night tonight as the Lakers take on district rival Clinton County at Laker Field. First pitch is scheduled for 5:30 p.m. Laker Seniors Nick Aaron, Camden […]

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RCMS Girls soccer wins, boys lose in opening round of district

May 3, 2022 Zac Oakes

The Russell County Middle School Girls Soccer team defeated Casey County and the boys lost to Wayne County in the opening round of the district tournaments on Monday. The girls defeated Casey 8-0 with Adriana […]

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RCMS students participate in All-District band

May 3, 2022 Zac Oakes

Several Russell County Middle School students participated in the All-District band concert last week. RCMS students participating were: Ryleigh Banks McKenzie Crowell Avery Larison Jiya Patel Adrian Rara Jasmine Rowe Jasmine Stewart Brodie Stockton Blake […]

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Waste Tire Collection begins Thursday

May 3, 2022 Zac Oakes

The Russell County Waste Tire Collection Event begins this week, beginning Thursday and going through Saturday. On Thursday and Friday, the collection event will be from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. On Saturday, it will […]

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KSP Post 15 to conduct traffic safety checkpoints

May 3, 2022 Zac Oakes

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 Cumberland counties. These checkpoints will […]

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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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