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Ellis named interim principal at RCMS

February 1, 2024 Zac Oakes
As Wayne Ackerman makes the move to take over as the superintendent of Clinton County Schools, a familiar face will serve as the interim principal at Russell County Middle School. Keith Ellis will take over […]
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Audit finds high use of pepper spray at Adair Youth Detention Center

February 1, 2024 Zac Oakes
An independent audit report regarding Kentucky Department of Juvenile Justice facilities was released yesterday. One section in particular highlighted the facility in neighboring Adair County. According to the audit, staff at the facility used pepper […]
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Nearly 30 local students named to SCC Dean’s List

February 1, 2024 Zac Oakes
Nearly 30 local students were named to the Dean’s List at Somerset Community College for the Fall 2023 semester. Those students are: Summer Aaron Haley Antle Xavier Antle Michael Blackburn James Carlisle Nathan Dehart Natalie […]
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Local gas prices down about 40 cents from this time last year

February 1, 2024 Zac Oakes
Local gas prices are down about 40 cents from this time last year. At the beginning of February 2023, local gas prices were hovering at around $3.19 per gallon. According to AAA, the average price […]
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Bill aims to protect frontline medical workers from criminal liability if mistake is made

February 1, 2024 Zac Oakes
Legislation to protect frontline medical staff such as doctors and nurses from criminal liability if they make a mistake is being considered in the Kentucky General Assembly. Keith West files this report from Frankfort on […]
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  • 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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