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Miniard joins Russell Springs Police

January 5, 2022 Zac Oakes
Russell Springs Police welcomed a new police officer on Tuesday. Mason Miniard has joined the Russell Springs Police Department as an officer-in-training, where he will work with a senior officer before going to training at […]
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No school in Russell County Thursday or Friday

January 5, 2022 Zac Oakes
Russell County Schools will be closed and utilize Non-Traditional Instruction on Thursday, Jan. 6 and Friday, Jan. 7, per Superintendent Michael Ford. Students will need their devices to start NTI on Thursday and are expected […]
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Lake Cumberland Community Action Agency offering parenting classes

January 5, 2022 Zac Oakes
The Lake Cumberland Community Action Agency is offering free parenting classes. The classes are online and begin Jan. 26. and will be from 9-11:30 a.m. CT. Topics include child development, importance of reading, banking/budgeting, choosing […]
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Winter Storm Warning for Russell County

January 5, 2022 Sean Hammond
WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM EST /9 AM CST/ TO 10 PM EST /9 PM CST/ THURSDAY… * WHAT…Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 3 to 5 inches, with locally higher amounts possible. […]
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Who will be on the ballot in 2022?

January 5, 2022 Zac Oakes
The deadline for partisan office filing has passed, and here is a look at who will be on the ballot as of now in 2022. Those filing for nonpartisan offices still have until June 7 […]
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House committee approves filing deadline extension

January 5, 2022 Zac Oakes
A Kentucky House of Representatives committee has approved a bill that would extend the filing deadline for candidates in the 2022 primary elections to January 25. The current deadline is Friday, Jan. 7. This also […]
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KSP releases December activity report

January 5, 2022 Zac Oakes
During the month of December 2021, there were 19 traffic accidents investigated by the State Police working in the Post 15 area. There was one fatal collision during the month of December in the Post […]
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KSP offers tips on winter weather kits for your vehicle

January 5, 2022 Zac Oakes
Frankfort, KY – Gov. Andy Beshear and the Kentucky State Police (KSP) are preparing for Thursday’s winter weather as snow and ice are predicted to impact the commonwealth. KSP asks motorists to be aware of […]
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Obituaries

Troy S. Burchett, age 53, of Jamestown

January 5, 2022 Sean Hammond
Troy S. Burchett, 53, of Jamestown, KY, passed away Monday, January 3rd, at Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital, Somerset, KY. Troy was born in Columbia, KY on March 29, 1968, a son of the late Janet […]
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Boil Water Advisory in Russell Springs

January 5, 2022 Derek Aaron
A boil water advisory is in effect at the corner of US 127 and Highway 619 near the Shell station in Russell Springs, according to Public Works Director Terry Russell. There is a hydrant repair […]
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  • Community Conversation 9-25

    Jeff Hoover talks with Cloyd Bumgardner, Deputy Pulaski County Judge-Executive and longtime educator, about the upcoming Technology Showcase at the Center for Rural Development in Somerset. They discuss the free regional event, which will feature robotics, drones, artificial intelligence, virtual reality, 3D printing, skilled trades, electric vehicles and more, along with opportunities for students and the public to explore careers in technology.

  • Community Conversation 9-23

    Jeff Hoover talks with Russell County High School boys golf coach Brandon Selby about the Lakers’ season, senior Gabe Browning’s qualification for the state semifinal, and the team’s young roster. They also discuss plans for a new Laker Golf Academy featuring two golf simulators, a putting area and workout space.

  • Community Conversation 9-21

    Jeff Hoover talks with Ethan Selby of the Lake Cumberland Regional College and Workforce Center about SkillsUSA and the hands-on career programs available to students. They also discuss the upcoming SkillsUSA car show, how students help organize and run the event, and how the proceeds help support SkillsUSA activities throughout the year.

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    Russell County vs Taylor County from Friday, September 18th.

  • Community Conversation 9-18

    Jeff Hoover talks with Daniel Buster from the City of Russell Springs and Wayne Lynch from the Ol' Boys Toys Car Club about the monthly car shows on Main Street in Russell Springs. They discuss this Saturday’s trophy show, food trucks, live music, the Russell County Elementary School band fundraiser, and how the car club gives back to the community.

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