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Month: April 2023

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Shooting reported at Columbia restaurant

April 19, 2023 Derek Aaron

According to a report by the Adair County Community Voice, one employee at Anderson’s Pizzeria in Columbia was shot Tuesday night after trying to help break up an altercation. He was taken to the hospital […]

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Latest numbers show voter registration remains steady

April 19, 2023 Derek Aaron

Secretary of State Michael Adams recently announced that voter registration remains steady as the May 16 primary election approaches. In March, 6,407 new voters registered while 4,798 were removed – 3,608 deceased voters, 539 voters […]

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8 new COVID cases locally this week; LC District remains with ‘low’ virus spread

April 19, 2023 Derek Aaron

There were eight new COVID-19 cases in Russell County this week, an increase of two from last week’s total of six, according to the Kentucky Department for Public Health. Looking at other counties in the […]

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Kentuckians owning fewer than 5 acres now need licenses to fish and hunt on own property

April 19, 2023 Zac Oakes

Kentuckians owning less than five acres now will need license to hunt and fish on their own property due to a new law passed by the Kentucky Legislature. The bill was initially vetoed by Gov. […]

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Tourist commission meets today at 12:30 p.m.

April 19, 2023 Derek Aaron

The Lake Cumberland Tourist Commission’s board of directors will meet today at 12:30 p.m. for their regular monthly meeting. The meeting will be held at the tourism office’s board room. The tourism office is located […]

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Virginia McQueary, age 93, of Russell Springs

April 18, 2023 Sean Hammond

Virginia McQueary, age 93, of Russell Springs, KY passed away Monday, April 17 2023 at her residence. She was born on Sunday, February 09 1930, in Russell Springs, Kentucky.She was the daughter of:Mother – Arizona […]

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Janice G. Wilson, age 82, of Russell Springs

April 18, 2023 Sean Hammond

Janice G. Wilson, of Russell Springs, passed from this life on Wednesday morning, April 12, 2023, at Baptist Health Lexington. She was 82 years of age. Janice was born in Creelsboro, on Sunday, December 1, […]

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Magnolia Man Arrested on Multiple Charges Including Drug Possession

April 18, 2023 Sean Hammond

According to reports, 47-year-old Bronson Gadberry was arrested by Officer Llane with the Russell Springs Police Department and charged with Possession of a Controlled Substance 1st Degree, 1st Offense (Methamphetamine), alcohol intoxication in a public […]

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Ford expects school board to pick up extra SRO costs

April 18, 2023 Zac Oakes

Russell County Schools Superintendent Michael Ford said he expects the school district to pick up the remaining costs involved with having a school resource officer at each school after the COPS grant expires in June. […]

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Laker Baseball hosts district rival Metcalfe tonight

April 18, 2023 Zac Oakes

The Russell County Laker Baseball team will be in 16th District action tonight, hosting the Metcalfe County Hornets. First pitch is scheduled for 5:30 p.m. and you can hear all the action live on Laker […]

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  • 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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