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Womack excited to be part of SES family

August 1, 2022 Derek Aaron
Last week on local news we told you about a couple of new assistant principals within the local school district. Today, we hear from Faith Womack, the newest assistant principal at Salem Elementary School on […]
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Russell County Imagination Library continues to grow

August 1, 2022 Zac Oakes
The Russell County Imagination Library continues to grow with more books landing in the hands of children under the age of five in Russell County. During the month of July, 70+ children signed up for […]
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Pair of locals indicted by Adair County grand jury

August 1, 2022 Zac Oakes
Two local people were indicted by an Adair County grand jury. Anthony Colten Dowell of Russell Springs was indicted on charges of burglary first degree, criminal mischief second degree, and theft of a firearm. Brent […]
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Russell Springs man arrested on drug charges Sunday

August 1, 2022 Derek Aaron
A Russell Springs man was arrested on several drug-related and other charges by Russell Springs Police on Sunday evening, according to jail records. Leeonious Collins, age 40, was arrested on charges of possession of a […]
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Clinton County man faces attempted murder charge after police pursuit

August 1, 2022 Zac Oakes
A Clinton County man is facing an attempted murder charge following a police pursuit in Wayne County. Kyle J. Matthews, age 30 of the Alpha community, is charged with attempted murder, speeding 26 mph over […]
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Possible fungus infestation at Pulaski Co. beach on Lake Cumberland

August 1, 2022 Derek Aaron
A possible fungus infestation at the Pulaski County Park beach area on Lake Cumberland led to its closure on Friday, according to a report in the Somerset Commonwealth Journal. A sign was posted outside the […]
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Death toll from EKY floods continues to climb

August 1, 2022 Zac Oakes
The death toll from the flooding in eastern Kentucky last week continues to rise. On Sunday, Gov. Andy Beshear announced that the death toll stood at 28, and the number could increase even more in […]
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Recent Podcasts

  • Community Conversation 9-17

    Jeff Hoover talks with Russell County Public Library Director Cody Gabehart about the grand opening of The Green, including the new pavilion, sensory play space, walking trail and amphitheater. They also discuss upcoming events, the library’s Halloween costume shop, the new library website, and the digitization of local genealogy and oral history records.

  • Community Conversation 9-16

    Jeff Hoover talks with Russell County Jaycee Leonard Coppage about the ninth annual Convoy for Kids, coming up October 17th at the Russell County Fairgrounds. They discuss the new truck show, classic cars and tractors, the convoy route, and how the event raises money for Toys for Tots.

  • Community Conversation 9-15

    Jeff Hoover talks with Crystal Popplewell of Lake Cumberland Tourism about the success of the Poker Run and the continued growth of tourism in the area. They also discuss the extension of Food Truck Friday through October 30th, including the special themes and community events planned for the coming weeks.

  • 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.

  • Lakers vs Belfry

    Russell County vs Belfry from Friday, September 11th.

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