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Month: September 2022

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Laker football in action tonight; soccer teams eye district crown; volleyball wins again; RCMS basketball teams in action

September 30, 2022 Derek Aaron

The Lady Laker Volleyball team continued their impressive winning streak as they went on the road and swept Casey County in freshman, junior varsity and varsity matchups. The Lady Laker freshmen won 21-1, 21-10, the […]

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Stoops and Marrow Connection to Youngstown, Ohio Paying Dividends

September 30, 2022 WJRS Staff

By LARRY VAUGHT If you need a reminder about what the UK football program was like when Mark Stoops took over, staff writer Joel Whetzel of the Youngstown Tribune-Chronicle had an insightful feature story on […]

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Contract awarded for Wolf Creek Dam Spillway Gates Replacement Project

September 30, 2022 Derek Aaron

This week, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Nashville District awarded a $109,450,000 contract to American Bridge Company for the Wolf Creek Dam Spillway Gates Replacement Project. The project is fully funded by the Disaster […]

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Kentucky Hospital Association to attend upcoming chamber meeting

September 30, 2022 Derek Aaron

Russell County Hospital CEO Scott Thompson said the Kentucky Hospital Association will be visiting the community in October. WJRS NEWS talked with Thompson about why the association is coming to the county…

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Jamestown man arrested on drug charges

September 30, 2022 Derek Aaron

A Jamestown man was arrested on drug charges Thursday afternoon, according to jail records. Prestin A. Sneed, age 29, was arrested by Deputy Corey Meyer with the Russell County Sheriff’s Office and charged with trafficking […]

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Laker band set to compete in South Laurel Cardinal Classic Saturday

September 30, 2022 Derek Aaron

The Russell County Mighty Laker Marching Band is back in action tomorrow as they compete in the South Laurel Cardinal Classic in Laurel County. The band, under the direction of Curtis Ervin and Haley Harrington, took […]

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Russell Springs man arrested on burglary, other charges

September 30, 2022 Derek Aaron

A Russell Springs man was arrested by Kentucky State Police on a long list of charges, including first degree burglary, in the early morning hours on Thursday. Adam D. Mann, age 37, was also charged […]

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KY 80 in Adair County to be reduced to one lane beginning Monday

September 30, 2022 Derek Aaron

KY 80 in neighboring Adair County will be reduced to one lane beginning Monday, October 3rd, as crews perform bridge maintenance, according to the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet’s District 8 office in Somerset. Work will be […]

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Burn ban goes into effect Saturday as fall forest fire season begins

September 30, 2022 Derek Aaron

With fall forest fire season beginning, the Kentucky Division of Forestry has issued a statewide burn ban to go into effect, starting Saturday, October 1st through December 15th. Beginning Saturday, no burning is allowed 6 […]

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7-footer Onyenso Glad to be at Kentucky and “Having Fun”

September 29, 2022 WJRS Staff

By LARRY VAUGHT Ugonna Kingsley Onyenso didn’t come to Kentucky because of All-American center Oscar Tshiebwe, but the 17-year-old defensive standout from Nigeria  is glad to have Tshiebwe on his team. He reclassified to the […]

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Recent Podcasts

  • 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.

  • Community Conversation 7-30

    Jeff Hoover talks with Gordon Lester of the Russell County Family Resource and Youth Services Center about the annual Back to School Bash at the Russell County Fairgrounds. They discuss free backpacks, school supplies, food, and community support available to Russell County students, along with the year-round work Family Resource Centers do to help local children and families succeed in school.

  • Community Conversation 7-29

    Jeff Hoover talks with Betty McQueary, Director of Laboratory Services at Russell County Hospital, about the hospital's annual Community Health Screening. Betty discusses the strong turnout, what tests are included in the $20 screening, the importance of early detection for conditions such as infections, anemia, and prostate cancer, and how participants can quickly access their results. She also explains the convenience of the screening process and thanks the Russell County School System and hospital staff for helping make the event a success.

  • Community Conversation 7-28

    Former Laker football coach Lucas Ford discusses taking over as director of the Russell County Youth Football League. He shares details on upcoming registration dates, a free youth football camp, and plans to grow the program by teaching fundamentals, building character, and creating a strong foundation for the future of Laker football. Lucas also highlights the importance of community support and getting young athletes involved early in the game.

  • Community Conversation 7-27

    Russell County Public Library Director Cody Gabehart discusses one of the library's biggest summers ever, with record attendance at programs and events, including the popular RCPL Con. He also shares updates on The Green project, featuring a new sensory play space, walking trail, and community pavilion, while highlighting upcoming back-to-school initiatives, tutoring opportunities, and expanded programming designed to serve families and students throughout the year.

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