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Month: March 2024

Obituaries

Susan Ann Nokes, age 60, of Columbia

March 10, 2024 Sean Hammond

Susan Ann Nokes, of Columbia, passed from this life on Thursday, March 7, 2024, at home, surrounded by her family. She was 60 years of age.  Born on June 23, 1963, in Louisville, Kentucky, she […]

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KSP releases more details about local child sex abuse investigation

March 8, 2024 Zac Oakes

Kentucky State Police Post 15 has released more details about a child sex abuse investigation that resulted in the arrest of a Russell Springs man this week. State Police say an investigation began when a […]

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RCMS Lady Laker Soccer defeats McCreary Central

March 8, 2024 Zac Oakes

The Russell County Middle School Lady Laker Soccer team emerged victorious over McCreary Central yesterday. The Lady Lakers came away with a 9-0 victory in the A game. Addison Coffey scored 4 goals to lead […]

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Local Emergency Services, Red Cross partnering to offer free smoke alarms to RC residents

March 8, 2024 Zac Oakes

Local emergency services and the American Red Cross are partnering to offer free smoke alarm to Russell County residents. Sign-ups for the smoke alarms will be taking place during the upcoming Storm Spotters Class as […]

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RCHS Educators Rising students win medals at state competition

March 8, 2024 Zac Oakes

The Russell County High School Educators Rising group attended the state conference this week, with multiple students receiving awards. Anna Gosser received first place in the Educators Rising Moment Junior Varsity. Will Brooks Pratt finished […]

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RCHS DECA competes at state

March 8, 2024 Zac Oakes

The Russell County High School DECA club competed in the State Career and Development Conference in Louisville this week. Eight members of the RCHS DECA team finished in the top 3 of their events and […]

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Latest LCDHD restaurant/retail inspections

March 8, 2024 Zac Oakes

The following is the latest retail and restaurant inspections report from the Lake Cumberland District Health Department. El Triunfo Mexican Store – 100 percent Lake Cumberland Country Store – 97 percent on food service and […]

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Russell Springs man arrested on child sex abuse charge

March 7, 2024 Zac Oakes

A Russell Springs man was arrested on a child sex abuse charge yesterday afternoon. According to reports, 54-year-old David Ray Holderfield was arrested by Kentucky State Police and charged with sexual abuse first degree with […]

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Rexroat talks baseball seniors, goals for season

March 7, 2024 Zac Oakes

Today, we continue our conversation with Laker Baseball Coach David Rexroat. With baseball season approaching, Rexroat said the six seniors on this year’s team makes it one of his older groups and this team has […]

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Longtime LCCAC board member recognized at state capitol

March 7, 2024 Zac Oakes

A longtime board member of the Lake Cumberland Children’s Advocacy Center was recognized at the Kentucky Capitol this week. Ellen Zornes, who has served on the board of the local nonprofit for several years including […]

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Recent Podcasts

  • Community Conversation 7-31

    Jeff Hoover talks with Dr. Emiley Button, Director of Nursing at Lindsey Wilson University, about the school's new fully online RN to BSN program. They discuss how the program helps working nurses earn their bachelor's degree, partnerships with area hospitals and Somerset Community College, tuition assistance opportunities, and the growing demand for nurses across Kentucky.

  • Community Conversation 7-30

    Jeff Hoover talks with Gordon Lester of the Russell County Family Resource and Youth Services Center about the annual Back to School Bash at the Russell County Fairgrounds. They discuss free backpacks, school supplies, food, and community support available to Russell County students, along with the year-round work Family Resource Centers do to help local children and families succeed in school.

  • Community Conversation 7-29

    Jeff Hoover talks with Betty McQueary, Director of Laboratory Services at Russell County Hospital, about the hospital's annual Community Health Screening. Betty discusses the strong turnout, what tests are included in the $20 screening, the importance of early detection for conditions such as infections, anemia, and prostate cancer, and how participants can quickly access their results. She also explains the convenience of the screening process and thanks the Russell County School System and hospital staff for helping make the event a success.

  • Community Conversation 7-28

    Former Laker football coach Lucas Ford discusses taking over as director of the Russell County Youth Football League. He shares details on upcoming registration dates, a free youth football camp, and plans to grow the program by teaching fundamentals, building character, and creating a strong foundation for the future of Laker football. Lucas also highlights the importance of community support and getting young athletes involved early in the game.

  • Community Conversation 7-27

    Russell County Public Library Director Cody Gabehart discusses one of the library's biggest summers ever, with record attendance at programs and events, including the popular RCPL Con. He also shares updates on The Green project, featuring a new sensory play space, walking trail, and community pavilion, while highlighting upcoming back-to-school initiatives, tutoring opportunities, and expanded programming designed to serve families and students throughout the year.

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