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Month: July 2022

Obituaries

Joseph Levi Janes, age 59, of Russell Springs

July 7, 2022 Sean Hammond
  Joseph Levi Janes, age 59 of Russell Springs, formerly of Green County, passed away Sunday, January 10, 2021. He is survived by his step daughters: Terri, Bekki and Eva, one sister and brother-in-law: Mary […]
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Wayne County man arrested after biting someone, making bomb threats outside Walmart

July 7, 2022 Zac Oakes
A Wayne County man was arrested Thursday morning after reportedly biting someone and making bomb threats outside Walmart in Monticello. According to Monticello Police, officers were dispatched to the parking lot of Walmart for reports […]
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Rebecca Schetler, age 75, of Louisville

July 7, 2022 Sean Hammond
  Rebecca Schetler, 75, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on the morning of July 5, 2022, surrounded by family in her home in Columbia. She was born on April 5, 1947, to the late Charles […]
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Luttrell commits to John A. Logan College

July 7, 2022 Zac Oakes
Russell County left-handed pitcher Cody Luttrell has committed to John A. Logan College in Carterville, Illinois. The community college is among the top baseball programs in its conference each season. Luttrell was among the top […]
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Restaurant and Retail Inspections Report

July 7, 2022 Derek Aaron
The following is the latest retail and restaurant inspection report from the Lake Cumberland District Health Department. These inspections took place between mid-June and July 5th. Wendy’s: Food Service 86 percent, flies throughout building, dust […]
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South Carolina man indicted in December arrested by JPD

July 7, 2022 Zac Oakes
A South Carolina man indicted by a Russell County grand jury in December has been arrested by Jamestown Police. According to jail records, Richard B. Jones, age 48 of Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, was arrested […]
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Median home values have risen in Russell Springs over past year

July 7, 2022 Zac Oakes
While the cost of many things has risen over the last year, new data from a leading real estate company shows that the value of homes in Russell Springs has also risen. According to Zillow, […]
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A wet/dry vote could be coming to Clinton County

July 7, 2022 Zac Oakes
A wet/dry vote could be coming to Clinton County. According to the Clinton County News, a local citizen has filed a letter of intent with the county clerk’s office noting that she intends to gather […]
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Death investigation underway after infant found unresponsive in Monticello home

July 7, 2022 Zac Oakes
A death investigation is underway in Wayne County after a four-month old infant was found unresponsive in a home on South 2nd Street in Monticello, according to radio station Z93. Local first responders were called […]
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Heat Advisory in effect again today

July 7, 2022 Derek Aaron
A Heat Advisory is in effect once again today for Russell County and the Lake Cumberland area as an excessive heat warning has been issued off to our west, according to the National Weather Service […]
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Recent Podcasts

  • Community Conversation 9-14

    Jeff Hoover talks with students and leaders from the Russell County High School Next Gen Civics Club about the program’s growth, hands-on experience with local government, and the impact it is having on students. They also discuss the students’ involvement in the upcoming Greasy Creek Roadside Park groundbreaking and ribbon-cutting ceremony.

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    Russell County vs Belfry from Friday, September 11th.

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    Sean Hammond talks with Mike Berry of the Caretakers Riding Club about their upcoming Toys for Tots benefit ride, the club’s commitment to helping local families, and the many ways they give back to Russell and Adair counties.

  • Community Conversation 9-9

    Sean Hammond talks with members of the 606 Jeep Association and Russell Springs about the upcoming Jeeps & Jokers Poker Run. They discuss the five-stop poker run, Jeep Show & Shine, kids’ Power Wheels obstacle course, food trucks, vendors, prizes, and how the event supports Russell County Jaycees Toys for Tots. Whether you own a Jeep or just want to enjoy a fun day with the community, everyone is invited!

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