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Several Russell Countians honored by Young Professionals of Lake Cumberland

November 18, 2022 Derek Aaron
The Lake Cumberland 40 under 40 Awards were recently held at The Center for Rural Development in Somerset with several Russell Countians being honored. Lindsey Wilson Gosser of State Farm Insurance, State Rep. Josh Branscum […]
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South KY RECC having planned outage in Jabez this morning

November 18, 2022 Derek Aaron
South Kentucky RECC will have a planned outage this morning at 10 a.m. eastern/9 a.m. central as crews make necessary repairs to the Cherokee and Cook’s Chapel circuits in Jabez. The outage is expected to […]
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Russell Springs Planning and Zoning Commission reappointed for another term

November 18, 2022 Zac Oakes
The Russell Springs Planning and Zoning Commission were re-appointed to another two-year term. Here’s Mayor Eddie Thomas with more.
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Galito named KHSAA Soccer Official of the Year

November 18, 2022 Zac Oakes
Russell County’s Donald Galito was recently selected by the Kentucky High School Athletics Association as the 2022 Soccer Outstanding Official of the Year. Galito, who lives in Russell Springs, has officiated soccer for more than […]
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KY’s October unemployment rate was 3.9%

November 18, 2022 Derek Aaron
Kentucky’s seasonally adjusted preliminary October 2022 unemployment rate was 3.9 percent, according to the Kentucky Center for Statistics, an agency within the Kentucky Education and Labor Cabinet. The preliminary October 2022 jobless rate was up […]
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KSP investigating fatal collision in Pulaski County

November 18, 2022 Zac Oakes
Kentucky State Police Post 11 is investigating a fatal collision in the Science Hill community in neighboring Pulaski County earlier this week. According to KSP, the initial investigation indicates that a 2000 Peterbilt Semi operated […]
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KYTC wants public involvement in ‘Name the Plow’ program

November 18, 2022 Derek Aaron
The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet is holding their first statewide “Name the Plow” program, giving drivers a chance to name one of 14 snow trucks in the state. One truck will be named in each of […]
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Kentucky Hunters for the Hungry looking for harvested deer donations

November 18, 2022 Derek Aaron
As modern gun deer season moves on, Kentucky hunters are being urged to consider donating a harvested deer to the Kentucky Hunters for the Hungry program. Kentucky Hunters for the Hungry is a statewide hunger […]
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KDA’s annual poster, essay contest begins

November 18, 2022 Derek Aaron
Kentucky students are invited to enter the Kentucky Department of Agriculture’s annual Poster and Essay Contest. Students in grades K-12 may submit a poster, an essay of 500 words or less, or a digital entry, […]
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Obituaries

Mark Anderson, age 56, of Jamestown

November 17, 2022 Sean Hammond
Mark Anderson, age 56, of Jamestown, KY passed away Thursday, November 17 2022 at Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital. He was born on Monday, April 04 1966, in Columbus, Indiana. He was the son of: Mother […]
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  • Community Conversation 9-8

    Tourism Director Danielle Wilson joins Sean Hammond on Community Conversation to discuss tourism in Russell County, the upcoming Lake Cumberland Poker Run, the Chamber Golf Scramble, the success of Food Truck Fridays, and the continued growth of local tourism. Tune in for a look at the events, people, and opportunities keeping Russell County busy beyond the summer season.

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    Jeff Hoover talks with legendary Kentucky high school basketball coach Allen Feldhaus Jr. following his induction into the Kentucky High School Basketball Hall of Fame. Coach Feldhaus reflects on his 41-year coaching career, his father’s influence, the 2013 state championship, and the lasting relationships basketball has created throughout his career.

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    Jeff Hoover talks with Glenna Helm of Burnside Tourism about Thunder Over Burnside, happening this Labor Day weekend at Burnside City Cole Park. They discuss the free event, live bands, food trucks, craft vendors, activities for children, and the fireworks finale.

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