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Cattle disease in Kentucky linked to ticks

August 16, 2022 Zac Oakes

A disease affecting cattle in Kentucky is reportedly linked to ticks in the area. Two cases of a new potentially dangerous disease in cattle has been detected in Fleming and nearby Hart county, according to […]

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Chamber of commerce meeting today

August 16, 2022 Derek Aaron

The Russell County Chamber of Commerce will be holding their regular monthly meeting today at noon at the Russell County Public Library in Jamestown State Farm Insurance Agent Lindsey Wilson Gosser will be today’s featured […]

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School pickup times changing this year

August 15, 2022 Zac Oakes

As reported multiple times leading up to the upcoming school year, the Russell County School District has adopted a new policy affecting student pick-up times at each school. Vehicles will not be permitted to enter […]

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Laker, Lady Laker Golf in competition over the weekend

August 15, 2022 Zac Oakes

Both the Laker and Lady Laker golf teams were in action over the weekend. The Laker golf team was on the road at My Old Kentucky Home State Park in the LaRue County Invitational on […]

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RCHS soccer takes on district foe Monroe County tonight

August 15, 2022 Zac Oakes

The Russell County Laker and Lady Laker soccer teams will be in district play tonight as they take on Monroe County. The Lady Lakers will play at 5:30 p.m. with the boys to follow at […]

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RCMS Football team wins in OT in season opener

August 15, 2022 Zac Oakes

The Russell County Middle School Football team won in overtime in their season opener on Saturday. The Lakers defeated Bardstown Middle School in the first annual Marlon Hoskins Memorial Kickoff by a score of 8-6 […]

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School Board to meet this evening

August 15, 2022 Zac Oakes

The Russell County Board of Education will hold its regular monthly meeting this evening. The board will meet at 5 p.m. in Room 114 of the Russell County ANC. The board is expected to discuss […]

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Burnside man arrested locally by KSP

August 15, 2022 Zac Oakes

A Burnside man was arrested locally by Kentucky State Police on Sunday. Richard Brandon Cade, age 44, was arrested and charged with possession of methamphetamine, possession of drug paraphernalia, and operating on a suspended license. […]

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RCSO arrests Lincoln Co. man on numerous charges

August 15, 2022 Derek Aaron

A Stanford man was arrested Saturday night by the Russell County Sheriff’s Office on a host of charges that included drugs, wanton endangerment, and traffic violations, according to jail records. Anthony Drury, age 38, was […]

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Couple arrested on drug charges

August 15, 2022 Zac Oakes

The Russell Springs Police Department arrested a Greensburg man Sunday evening on drug charges. Zachary Dixon, age 40, was arrested and charged with trafficking in more than two grams of methamphetamine and possession of methamphetamine. […]

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Recent Podcasts

  • Community Conversation 8-6

    Russell Springs City Park Director Daniel Buster joins Jeff Hoover to discuss the latest improvements at the park, including construction on the new golf course and turf ballfield projects. He also shares details about the city's free Back to School Bash, featuring inflatables, games, free food, swimming, and family fun before students head back to class.

  • Community Conversation 8-5

    Jeff Hoover is joined by Democratic gubernatorial candidate Rocky Adkins to discuss his campaign for Kentucky governor. Adkins reflects on his decades of public service, outlines his vision for the state's future, and shares his priorities for economic development, education, healthcare, and working across party lines. He also talks about how his and his wife's experiences as cancer survivors have shaped his perspective on leadership and public service.

  • Community Conversation 8-4

    Russell County Judge-Executive Randy Marcum provides an update on county government, including the new fiscal year budget, the upcoming property tax rate process, and more than $1 million in planned road improvement projects. He also discusses the community commodities program, construction progress on the new Russell County Hospital and Extension Office, the opening of Air Methods at the Russell County Airport, and other developments aimed at improving services and supporting future growth across the county.

  • Community Conversation 8-3

    Jeff Hoover is joined by marriage and family therapist Joy Jones to discuss an upcoming community seminar focused on human trafficking awareness. Jones shares her experience working with survivors, explains common warning signs of exploitation, and talks about how parents, educators, churches, and community members can help protect vulnerable individuals through education and awareness.

  • Community Conversation 7-31

    Jeff Hoover talks with Dr. Emiley Button, Director of Nursing at Lindsey Wilson University, about the school's new fully online RN to BSN program. They discuss how the program helps working nurses earn their bachelor's degree, partnerships with area hospitals and Somerset Community College, tuition assistance opportunities, and the growing demand for nurses across Kentucky.

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