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Labor Day closings

September 4, 2023 Zac Oakes
The Labor Day holiday brings the closures of government offices around the county. Both the city halls in Russell Springs and Jamestown will be closed today, as will the Russell County Courthouse and the Russell […]
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Russell Springs Police work accident at 127 & Maple Street

September 3, 2023 Zac Oakes
The Russell Springs Police Department worked an accident at the intersection of Highway 127 and Maple Street last Thursday. According to the report, 75-year-old Margaret Pierce of Russell Springs was operating a 2018 Ford Explorer […]
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Laker Football on the road at South Laurel tonight

September 1, 2023 Zac Oakes
The Laker Football team goes on the road to South Laurel tonight, as the Lakers look for their first win of the season. The Lakers enter at 0-2 for tonight’s matchup, while the Cardinals enter […]
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Russell County 4-H members earn ribbons at KY State Fair

September 1, 2023 Zac Oakes
Russell County 4-H members had strong performances at the Kentucky State Fair. Nadia Kacar earned blue ribbons in ag scene photography and horticulture photography. Carter Brown earned a white ribbon in farm implement photography. Bella […]
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Local gas prices remain high on heels of holiday weekend

September 1, 2023 Zac Oakes
On the heels of Labor Day Weekend, local gas prices remain high. In Russell County, the average price of gasoline according to AAA is around $3.50. That falls in the middle of the pack when […]
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Lady Laker Volleyball defeats Pulaski County

September 1, 2023 Zac Oakes
The Lady Laker Volleyball team picked up a win over Pulaski County at home last night. The Lady Lakers will play in the Rockcastle Invitational Tournament over the weekend, which includes a matchup with Boyle […]
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Laker Soccer picks up big win over district foe Monroe County

September 1, 2023 Zac Oakes
The Laker Soccer team picked up big win over district foe Monroe County last night. The Lakers won convincingly by a score of 9-0. Taven Foley led the Lakers with 4 goals, followed by Will […]
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KSP reportedly investigating child death in Adair County

September 1, 2023 Zac Oakes
Kentucky State Police is reportedly investigating the death of a child in Adair County. According to the Adair County Community Voice, law enforcement launched an investigation after local EMS responded to a report that CPR […]
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Lady Laker Soccer hosts Casey County tonight

September 1, 2023 Zac Oakes
The Russell County Lady Laker Soccer team hosts Casey County tonight. The matchup between the Lady Lakers and Lady Rebels is scheduled for 5 p.m. This game was rescheduled from earlier this month.  
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Lady Laker Golf defeats Cumberland County

September 1, 2023 Zac Oakes
The Lady Laker Golf Team defeated Cumberland County in a match at Dale Hollow State Park yesterday. The Lady Lakers shot a score of 170 on the day, defeating the Lady Panthers by 16 strokes. […]
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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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