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Month: July 2022

Obituaries

Juanita Gosser, age 91, of Russell Springs

July 6, 2022 Sean Hammond
  Juanita Gosser, 91, of Russell Springs, died Wednesday, July 6, 2022, at her home in Nicholasville.  She was born August 16, 1930, in Russell County to the late Arvel and Erie Meece Thomas.  She […]
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Commodities to be distributed Thursday

July 6, 2022 Derek Aaron
On Thursday, July 7,  Judge Gary D. Robertson and the Russell County Fiscal Court, in conjunction with the Feeding America, Kentucky’s Heartland program, will be distributing commodities at the Russell Springs City Park beginning at […]
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Wilson says Russell County tourism strong over Independence Day weekend

July 6, 2022 Zac Oakes
Independence Day is typically a popular holiday for visitors to vacation to Lake Cumberland, and Russell County Tourism Director Danielle Wilson said this past weekend was no exception. Wilson said the annual Lakefest in Jamestown, […]
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46 new COVID cases reported in Russell County last week

July 6, 2022 Zac Oakes
The Kentucky Department for Public Health reported 46 new COVID cases in Russell County last week. Neighboring Pulaski County was among the highest in the state with 112 new cases last week, while neighboring Adair […]
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Brownfield Outreach Session to be held at LCADD

July 6, 2022 Derek Aaron
The Lake Cumberland Area Development District will be hosting a Brownfield Outreach Session on Thursday, July 21st. The free educational session, which will take place from 9 until 11 a.m. at the ADD office in […]
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Electric vehicle charging stations discussed in Frankfort

July 6, 2022 Derek Aaron
Could there be a public-private partnership to create privately owned electric vehicle charging stations in Kentucky? That was the topic discussed by legislators this week. Keith West files this report from Frankfort with details…
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All statewide KSP Driver Testing branches now operational

July 6, 2022 Derek Aaron
All KSP Driver Testing Regional Branches have been established within the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet Driver Licensing Regional Offices and are serving those who wish to obtain a state driver permit or driver license. Residents will […]
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Russell County native Steve Payne lands job at Cleveland State

July 6, 2022 Zac Oakes
Russell County native Steve Payne has landed a new job as special assistant to the head coach at Cleveland State University. Payne brings over 30 years of collegiate basketball coaching experience to Cleveland State, and […]
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Christine McQueary, age 81, of Russell Springs

July 5, 2022 Sean Hammond
  Christine McQueary, of Russell Springs, passed away on Monday, July 4, 2022.  She was 81 years of age. Christine was born May 28, 1941, in Russell County, daughter of the late Samuel and Luona […]
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Weekend crash in Jamestown injures 2

July 5, 2022 Derek Aaron
Two women were injured in a two-vehicle collision on Sunday night in Jamestown, according to Jamestown Police Chief Jeff Kerns. A 2021 Kia being driven by Summer Hart, age 43, of Russell Springs turned in […]
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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.

  • Community Conversation 9-11

    Sean Hammond talks with Russell County Band Director Curtis Ervin about the marching band season, the annual pork chop fundraiser, and the community support that keeps the program going strong. Sean also speaks with Jeric DeVore about Sparc Recovery and Kentucky Recovery Vocational, its workforce training efforts, helping people overcome barriers to employment, and the upcoming Light of Hope event in Jamestown.

  • Community Conversation 9-10

    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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