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Laker, Lady Laker basketball teams on the road tonight

February 13, 2024 Zac Oakes
The Laker and Lady Laker basketball teams are back in action today with both squads going on the road. The Lakers will travel to Danville for a JV/Varsity matchup with the Admirals with tip-off scheduled […]
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Fiscal court gives approval to explore changes to RCIDA

February 13, 2024 Zac Oakes
The Russell County Fiscal Court gave approval for Judge Executive Randy Marcum to explore the idea of modernizing the Russell County Industrial Development Authority at yesterday’s meeting. This is the second step of such a […]
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RSPD releases January activity report

February 13, 2024 Zac Oakes
The Russell Springs Police Department released its monthly activity report for the month of January. Last month, Russell Springs Police made 32 arrests and responded to 373 calls for service. Russell Springs Police made 1 […]
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Russell Springs woman arrested in Columbia on drug charges

February 13, 2024 Zac Oakes
A Russell Springs woman was arrested in Columbia on drug charges after police say she was staying in a basement apartment without the owner’s consent. According to Columbia Police, 53-year-old Patricia Kerr was taken into […]
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Netherlands company to locate first U.S. operation in Pulaski County

February 13, 2024 Zac Oakes
A company based out of the Netherlands is planning to launch its first operation in the United States in neighboring Pulaski County. According to a press release from Governor Andy Beshear’s office, Bosch Berries has […]
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Winter Weather Advisory for Russell County

February 12, 2024 Sean Hammond
WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT Timing: From 7 PM EST / 6 PM CST Monday to 7 AM EST / 6 AM CST Tuesday What: Rain expected to quickly change over to a brief period […]
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Fire Department investigating early morning fire at Save A Lot, DQ dumpster

February 12, 2024 Zac Oakes
Early morning fires at Save A Lot grocery store and a dumpster by Dairy Queen are under investigation, according to Russell Springs Fire Chief Bobby Johnson. According to Johnson, the Russell Springs Volunteer Fire Department […]
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Laker Cheer team bringing home two 3rd place finishes at nationals

February 12, 2024 Zac Oakes
The Laker Cheer team will be coming home with a pair of 3rd place finishes at the national competition in Orlando. The Laker Cheer team qualified for finals in both the Game Day and 2.5 […]
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Fiscal court to meet this morning

February 12, 2024 Zac Oakes
The Russell County Fiscal Court will hold its regular monthly meeting this morning at its new start time. Last month, the court approved a new start time for its regular meetings, so the court will […]
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911 board examines issues

February 12, 2024 Zac Oakes
The Russell County 911 board met Friday morning to discuss issues facing the county’s 911 operation. The 911 board, which includes the county judge-executive, mayors from the City of Russell Springs and the City of […]
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Recent Podcasts

  • Community Conversation 9-4

    Jeff Hoover talks with Russell County Opioid Liaison Jennifer Knifley about National Recovery Month, the importance of sharing stories of recovery, Purple Fridays, and the impact addiction has on individuals and families. They also discuss the upcoming Light of Hope Candlelight Ceremony and the message Jennifer wants everyone struggling with addiction to hear: there is always hope.

  • Community Conversation 9-3

    Jeff Hoover talks with legendary Kentucky high school basketball coach Allen Feldhaus Jr. following his induction into the Kentucky High School Basketball Hall of Fame. Coach Feldhaus reflects on his 41-year coaching career, his father’s influence, the 2013 state championship, and the lasting relationships basketball has created throughout his career.

  • Community Conversation 9-2

    Jeff Hoover talks with Glenna Helm of Burnside Tourism about Thunder Over Burnside, happening this Labor Day weekend at Burnside City Coal Park. They discuss the free event, live bands, food trucks, craft vendors, activities for children, and the fireworks finale.

  • Community Conversation 9-1

    Jeff Hoover talks with Russell County Judge-Executive Randy Marcum about road projects and funding, the county’s 911 and EMS services, the new Air Methods helicopter base, the solar farm project, improvements at Greasy Creek Roadside Park, and the county’s financial outlook heading into the fall.

  • Community Conversation 8-31

    Jeff Hoover sits down with Russell Springs Mayor Eddie Thomas to talk about the busy summer at Russell Springs City Park, progress on the city’s water project, the new nine-hole turf golf course, upcoming community events, improvements to Main Street, and new additions at the park.

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