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Russell County again reports no COVID cases

May 3, 2022 Zac Oakes

Russell County once again reported no COVID-19 cases last week. The latest report from the Kentucky Department for Public Health shows Russell County to be among 10 counties in the state with no reported cases […]

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RCHS Parent site-based council nominations this week

May 2, 2022 Zac Oakes

Russell County High School will be holding nominations for a parent site-based council seat Tuesday and Wednesday this week from 8 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at the school. One parent seat on the site-based council […]

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Power outage planned for Tuesday for SKRECC members toward dam

May 2, 2022 Derek Aaron

South Kentucky RECC will have a planned outage Tuesday morning, weather permitting, in Russell County, beginning at 9 a.m. The outage will be in the area of U.S. 127 south toward Wolf Creek Dam and […]

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RCHS Tennis performs well against Campbellsville

May 2, 2022 Zac Oakes

The Russell County High School Tennis Team took on Campbellsville last week. Below are the results. Boys SINGLES results  Lucas McFall defeated Blake Settle 2 sets to 0. 6-0, 6-0. Boys DOUBLES results  Jay Bailey […]

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Excused in-person absentee voting begins this week

May 2, 2022 Zac Oakes

Those who are qualified to vote absentee in the upcoming primary election but would like to do so in person can begin doing so this week. In-person absentee voting will take place Wednesday, Thursday, and […]

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Lady Laker Softball set to travel to Southwestern

May 2, 2022 Zac Oakes

The Lady Laker Softball team is set to travel to Southwestern today. The two teams have met once, a 7-2 Russell County win on April 16 as part of the Lady Laker Classic. Russell County […]

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Laker Baseball wins in walk-off fashion over Warren East

May 2, 2022 Zac Oakes

The Laker Baseball team won in walk-off fashion over the Warren East Raiders in a matchup of two of the top teams in the 4th Region on Saturday. A two-out single with the bases loaded […]

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Quarles announces candidacy for governor

May 2, 2022 Derek Aaron

Dr. Ryan Quarles, the state’s agriculture commissioner, announced over the weekend that he was entering the 2023 governor’s race, which could become crowded as more members of the GOP ponder whether or not to run […]

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RSES Site-Base Council set to discuss upcoming principal vacancy today

May 2, 2022 Zac Oakes

The Russell Springs Elementary School Site-Base Council is set to discuss the school’s upcoming principal vacancy today. Principal Rene Gossage is retiring at the end of the school year, and the council is set to […]

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Jamestown man arrested by KSP on Friday

May 2, 2022 Zac Oakes

A Jamestown man was arrested by Kentucky State Police Friday afternoon. 46-year-old Michael Robertson was charged with possession of a controlled substance first degree, possession of a controlled substance third degree, failure to register transfer […]

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  • 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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