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Second escaped Casey County inmate apprehended

January 2, 2023 Zac Oakes

The second inmate that escaped from the Casey County Jail in December has been apprehended, according to the Adair County Sheriff’s Office. Angela Mason and Chasity Burton escaped from the Casey County Jail in the […]

Elected officials sworn in Sunday

January 2, 2023 Zac Oakes

Russell County elected officials were sworn-in for their new terms during a special swearing-in ceremony at the Russell County Auditorium. District Judge Scarlett Latham and Family Court Judge Jennifer Edwards performed the swearing-in ceremonies. Russell […]

Several closings today; school back in session Tuesday

January 2, 2023 Derek Aaron

The Russell County Courthouse, the Russell County Circuit Clerk’s Office, and the city halls in Russell Springs and Jamestown will be closed today, Monday, January 2nd, in observance of the New Year’s holiday. The Russell […]

RSVFD works small NYE house fire

January 2, 2023 Derek Aaron

The Russell Springs Volunteer Fire Department was called out to a small New Year’s Eve house fire, according to Fire Chief Bobby Johnson. Crews responded at 4:29 pm Saturday to the fire at 130 Bethany […]

State awarded nearly $36 million for Kindergarten readiness

January 2, 2023 Derek Aaron

The federal government has selected Kentucky for a nearly $36 million grant to support families and the state’s economy by ensuring more children are ready for kindergarten. The Office of Early Childhood Development Preschool Development […]

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.
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.