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Fiscal Court to meet this evening

October 10, 2022 Zac Oakes
The Russell County Fiscal Court will hold its regular monthly meeting this evening. The court is expected to discuss a project in partnership with Duo Broadband using funds from the American Rescue Plan Act as […]
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RCMS Lady Laker Basketball on the road at Campbellsville tonight

October 10, 2022 Zac Oakes
The Russell County Middle School Lady Laker Basketball teams will be on the road at Campbellsville tonight. 6th, 7th, and 8th grade teams will be in action beginning at 5:30 p.m.  
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Tomorrow is the last day to register to vote

October 10, 2022 Zac Oakes
Tomorrow is the last day to register to vote if you would like to vote in the November general election. According to the Kentucky Secretary of State’s Office, the deadline to register is 4 p.m. […]
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No school for students today; post office also closed

October 10, 2022 Derek Aaron
Russell County Schools are not in session today but the day does serve as a Professional Development Day for local educators. Students will return to class from Fall Break tomorrow, Tuesday, October 11th. Today also […]
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Russell, most neighboring counties in ‘green’ on COVID map

October 10, 2022 Zac Oakes
Russell County, along with most neighboring counties, are in the green, or low level of community spread, on the latest COVID-19 map released by the Kentucky Department for Public Health. The only surrounding county not […]
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Grant funding available to clean up polluted streams, rivers, lakes, groundwater

October 10, 2022 Derek Aaron
Grant funding is now available through the Energy and Environment Cabinet for projects that help clean up polluted streams, rivers, lakes, and groundwater, and for projects that protect water resources. Funds are provided through the […]
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Fatal collision in Wayne County last week

October 10, 2022 Zac Oakes
Kentucky State Police responded to a two-vehicle fatal collision that occurred on KY 1894 in Wayne County last Thursday at approximately 5:34 PM. The initial investigation indicates that a 2005 GMC, operated by Sharon Y. […]
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Lady Cat Emma King Admires Tshiebwe for Sharing His Faith in Public Way

October 7, 2022 WJRS Staff
By LARRY VAUGHT Kentucky senior Emma King’s faith is important to her and has shaped her basketball career/personal life for many years. Not surprisingly, she has a “lot of respect” for Oscar Tshiebwe, the unanimous […]
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Nearly 1 in 5 Russell County children suffer from food insecurity

October 7, 2022 Zac Oakes
A report from a national nonprofit is shining a light on how food insecurity affects rural populations. New data from Feeding America shows that nearly 1 in 5 children in Russell County suffer from food […]
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Russell Springs man arrested on meth, other charge

October 7, 2022 Derek Aaron
A Russell Springs man was arrested on meth charges Thursday afternoon, according to jail records. Brandon C. Roy, age 41, was arrested by Deputy Dustin Bunch with the Russell County Sheriff’s Office on charges of […]
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  • Community Conversation 8-24

    Susan Toby, chairperson of the Lake Cumberland Walk to End Alzheimer’s, joins Jeff Hoover to discuss Alzheimer’s awareness, early warning signs, the importance of early diagnosis and treatment, and how the community can support families affected by the disease. Toby also shares details about the upcoming Walk to End Alzheimer’s in Somerset on September 27th and how listeners can participate or support the cause.

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    Russell County vs Adair County from Friday, August 21st.

  • Community Conversation 8-19

    Jeff Hoover talks with Russell County High School FFA state champion public speakers Piper Garmon and recent graduate Kendall Melton. The two share their experiences competing at the state level, their winning speeches, and how FFA has helped them build confidence, discover opportunities, and prepare for their futures in agriculture and education.

  • Community Conversation 8-18

    Jeff Hoover talks with Kentucky Lieutenant Governor and Democratic candidate for governor Jacqueline Coleman about her campaign, education, school funding, Kentucky’s budget, working with the legislature, and her vision for the future of the Commonwealth. Coleman also discusses her background as an educator, coach, and mother and what sets her apart in the Democratic primary.

  • Community Conversation 8-17

    Jeff Hoover talks with Russell County Schools Director of Security Jackie Grider about school safety, the role of school resource officers, summer training, and the importance of building trust with students, parents, and the community. Grider also shares his personal commitment to helping students make positive choices and succeed.

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