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RCHS Soccer players among state statistical leaders

September 14, 2023 Zac Oakes
Four Russell County Soccer players are on the state leaderboards in multiple scoring categories. On the girls side, Adriana Thomas and Madison Weisbrodt find themselves high on the state leaderboards. Thomas ranks 5th in the […]
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Wilkerson named KY Elementary School Teacher of the Year

September 14, 2023 Zac Oakes
Jamestown Elementary School teacher Donnie Wilkerson was named the Kentucky Elementary School Teacher of the Year yesterday. Wilkerson was one of four semifinalists for the award, which was presented in a special ceremony at the […]
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RCMS Homecoming is tonight, along with several local sports in action

September 14, 2023 Zac Oakes
Update: tonight’s Laker soccer game against Warren East has been cancelled due to lack of officials. A makeup date is being worked on.  Several Laker Sports teams are in action tonight, including homecoming for Russell […]
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Russell County 12-14 year olds have strong showing at Kentucky 4-H Shooting Competition

September 14, 2023 Zac Oakes
The Russell County 4-H shooting sports team recently competed in the Kentucky 4-H Shoot. Here’s a look at how Russell County’s individual competitors in the 12-14 year old age group fared. Brayden Popplewell won the […]
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Body found at Somerset car lot

September 14, 2023 Zac Oakes
A body was found Tuesday evening at a car lot in Somerset. According to Somerset Police, the department is launching an investigation after a body was found at Tri-City Motors off U.S. 27 in Somerset. […]
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Russell Springs City Council to hear from Hardee’s Owner at meeting this evening

September 14, 2023 Zac Oakes
The Russell Springs City Council is expected to hear from the owner of the new Hardee’s at tonight’s meeting. Owner Mike Whitaker is expected to speak to the council about the progress of the new […]
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Fiscal court approves plan to help fund Jamestown Elementary School Resource Officer

September 14, 2023 Zac Oakes
After tabling the memorandum of agreement at their last meeting, the Russell County Fiscal Court approved its agreement with the Russell County Board of Education and the City of Jamestown to help fund a school […]
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Two arrests made locally yesterday

September 14, 2023 Zac Oakes
Two arrests were made locally yesterday. A Russell Springs woman was arrested following a traffic stop by Kentucky State Police yesterday morning. According to jail records, 37-year-old Kristie May Weston was arrested and charged with […]
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KY Teacher of the Year to be announced today, Russell County’s Wilkerson a semifinalist

September 13, 2023 Zac Oakes
Jamestown Elementary School teacher Donnie Wilkerson is a semifinalist for the Kentucky Teacher of the Year Award, which will be announced today. The winner of the statewide award will be announced at a ceremony at […]
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Lady Laker Volleyball defeats Adair County

September 13, 2023 Zac Oakes
The Lady Laker Volleyball team went on the road and defeated Adair County 2 sets to 0 yesterday. The Lady Lakers took the first set 25-20 before dominating the second set 25-12 to pick up […]
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Recent Podcasts

  • 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.

  • Lakers vs Taylor County

    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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