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Is Society More Polarized Than Ever? Some Thoughts…

May 1, 2023 WJRS Staff

By TOMMY DRUEN Over spring break, my family drove to Asheville, North Carolina for an extended weekend trip. Despite having visited the town several times, it always seems like a new place to me. Asheville […]

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Community Action Agency receives opioid grant

May 1, 2023 Zac Oakes

The Lake Cumberland Community Action Agency in Jamestown was one of 14 organizations to receive a portion of $8 million from the Kentucky Opioid Abatement Advisory Commission within the Kentucky Attorney General’s Office last week. […]

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Laker Baseball looks to bounce back from weekend losses

May 1, 2023 Zac Oakes

The Russell County Laker Baseball team will look to bounce back from a pair of weekend losses against the Warren East Raiders. In a Saturday doubleheader against the Raiders, the Lakers lost the first game […]

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LC Children’s Advocacy Center celebrates opening of satellite location in Nancy

May 1, 2023 Derek Aaron

The Jamestown-based Lake Cumberland Children’s Advocacy Center recently opened a satellite location in nearby Nancy in neighboring Pulaski County to help provide services to children in that area who need assistance. According to a report […]

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Lady Laker Softball splits weekend matchups

May 1, 2023 Zac Oakes

The Russell County Lady Laker Softball team split a pair of games on Saturday. The Lady Lakers fell to the Rockcastle County Lady Rockets 11-2, but bounced back to defeat the Estill County Lady Engineers […]

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Online absentee ballot portal closes tomorrow

May 1, 2023 Zac Oakes

The online portal for registered Kentucky voters to request a mail-in absentee ballot closes tomorrow. By state law, the online portal must close 14 days before Election Day. The portal will close at 10:59 p.m. […]

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RCMS Baseball and Soccer in action tonight

May 1, 2023 Zac Oakes

The Russell County Middle School Baseball and Soccer teams are in action tonight. The baseball team will go on the road for a 5 p.m. first pitch against Casey County. The soccer teams will host […]

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RCHS Bass Fishing competes at region

May 1, 2023 Zac Oakes

The Russell County High School Bass Fishing team competed in Region 2 competition over the weekend. The team of Will Stephens and Lucas Wray finished 15th in the competition and qualified for state. The team […]

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Transportation Cabinet reminds public about prohibited roadway signage

May 1, 2023 Zac Oakes

The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet is reminding residents, business operators, and property owners along federal and Kentucky roadways that any signs placed on right-of-way are prohibited. Election signs, yard sale signs, and real estate signs are […]

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Russell Springs man arrested for indecent exposure, public intoxication

May 1, 2023 Derek Aaron

A Russell Springs man was arrested Saturday morning for indecent exposure and public intoxication of a controlled substance, according to Russell Springs Police. Just before 8 a.m. Saturday, Russell Springs Police Department Lieutenant Bobby Pritchard […]

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Recent Podcasts

  • Community Conversation 7-24

    In this episode of Community Conversation, Jeff Hoover welcomes Russell County Family and Consumer Sciences Agent Megan Gullett to discuss the many programs and services offered through the Russell County Extension Office. Megan shares updates on a busy summer that included 4-H Camp, county fair activities, and canning classes, while highlighting upcoming opportunities for the community.The conversation covers Extension Homemakers clubs, volunteer efforts, the local book club, food preservation classes, pressure canner testing, and upcoming cooking demonstrations featuring healthy recipes and easy family meals. Megan also explains how residents can get involved in Extension programs and stay connected through the Russell County Extension Office.

  • Community Conversation 7-22

    Jeff Hoover welcomes members of the Adair County 16U All-Star Girls Softball Team and assistant coach Grace Loy. The team recently captured the Kentucky Senior League Softball State Championship and was competing in the Super Regional Tournament in Lawrenceburg.Coach Loy and players from both Russell County and Adair County discuss their championship run, the chemistry between the combined team, their journey through the tournament, and their hopes of advancing to the national championship. Hear from the young athletes about their love for the game, teamwork, and representing their communities on the softball field. 

  • Community Conversation 7-21

    In this episode of Community Conversation, Jeff Hoover talks with Dr. Samantha Gaddie, founding director of Campbellsville University's new agriculture program. Dr. Gaddie discusses the launch of the university's new agriculture degree, the hands-on learning opportunities available to students, the importance of supporting Kentucky's agricultural industry, and her vision for preparing the next generation of agricultural leaders. Learn how this new program will partner with local farmers and provide students with practical experience while staying close to home in South Central Kentucky.

  • Community Conversation 7-15

    Jeff Hoover talks with Joyce Holt and Mike Berry about the 7th Annual Relay for Life Benefit Ride benefiting the American Cancer Society, including this year's new Biker Bingo fundraiser and ride details. He is also joined by Scott Jones and Daniel Buster from the City of Russell Springs to discuss an upcoming wood bat baseball tournament and the city's first-ever free Back to School Bash at Russell Springs City Park.

  • Community Conversation 7-14

    Lake Cumberland Tourism Director Danielle Wilson joins Community Conversation to discuss the tremendous success of the recent High School Fishing World Finals, the economic impact on local businesses, and the possibility of bringing the event back in the future. Wilson also highlights upcoming events including the 127 Yard Sale, the Lake Cumberland Bluegrass Festival, Food Truck Friday, and the growing summer tourism season across Russell County and Lake Cumberland.

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