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Ford receives high marks from school board in annual evaluation

June 30, 2022 Zac Oakes

Russell County Schools Superintendent Michael Ford received a strong vote of confidence from the board of education at an end-of-the-fiscal year board meeting held Thursday afternoon. Ford received exemplary grades in each standard from the […]

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Two-vehicle wreck Thursday morning sends Russell Springs woman to hospital

June 30, 2022 Zac Oakes

A two-vehicle wreck on South Highway 127 Thursday morning sent a Russell Springs woman to the hospital, according to Russell Springs Police. The wreck occurred at around 6:39 a.m. Thursday when a 2003 Chevy Pickup […]

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KY 4-H Muzzleloading team with 3 locals competing at nationals

June 30, 2022 Derek Aaron

The Kentucky 4-H Muzzleloading Team is competing at the National 4-H Shooting Sports competition this week in Nebraska. Three members of the team are from Russell County, Sarah Stephens, Eli Foley, and Cass Foley, who […]

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Hospital board makes couple of policy changes

June 30, 2022 Derek Aaron

Russell County Hospital’s Board of Directors met earlier this week for their regular monthly meeting and made a couple of policy revisions that will affect employees. Here’s Scott Thompson, the healthcare facility’s CEO, on what […]

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Traffic to be blocked around Jamestown Square for Lakefest

June 30, 2022 Zac Oakes

The Jamestown Police Department is reminding citizens that traffic will be blocked around the Jamestown Square beginning 6 a.m. Saturday and going through 2 a.m. on Sunday. Traffic will be blocked up to two blocks […]

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One dead following motorcycle-pickup crash in Wayne Co.

June 30, 2022 Derek Aaron

Kentucky State Police are investigating a deadly crash that happened in neighboring Wayne County on Tuesday afternoon. The crash occurred at the intersection of KY 90 and Hwy 1546 when a motorcycle traveling south hit […]

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Board of Education to hold end-of-fiscal year meeting today

June 30, 2022 Derek Aaron

The Russell County Board of Education will hold a scheduled meeting on today at noon at the Russell County Schools’ ANC. The meeting will take place in Room 114 and include a check presentation from […]

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Rachel Denise West, age 54, of Columbia

June 29, 2022 Sean Hammond

Rachel Denise West, age 54, of Columbia, KY passed away Tuesday, June 28 2022 at T.J. Sampson Hospital. She was born on Monday, September 18 1967, in Tacoma, Washington. She was the daughter of: Mother […]

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Drug search in Somerset results in seizure of 30 pounds of crystal meth, multiple guns, cash

June 29, 2022 Zac Oakes

A drug search in Somerset ended in what officers call “one of the largest drug seizures” in the area’s history. Local law enforcement, working in cooperation with Kentucky State Police, the FBI, and the DEA, […]

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School Board to meet on Thursday

June 29, 2022 Zac Oakes

The Russell County Board of Education will hold a meeting on Thursday at noon in Room 114 at the Russell County ANC. The meeting will include a check presentation from Kevin’s Kids and will also […]

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Recent Podcasts

  • Community Conversation 7-24

    In this episode of Community Conversation, Jeff Hoover welcomes Russell County Family and Consumer Sciences Agent Megan Gullett to discuss the many programs and services offered through the Russell County Extension Office. Megan shares updates on a busy summer that included 4-H Camp, county fair activities, and canning classes, while highlighting upcoming opportunities for the community.The conversation covers Extension Homemakers clubs, volunteer efforts, the local book club, food preservation classes, pressure canner testing, and upcoming cooking demonstrations featuring healthy recipes and easy family meals. Megan also explains how residents can get involved in Extension programs and stay connected through the Russell County Extension Office.

  • 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.

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