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Month: August 2024

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Derek Lee Vaughan, age 57, of Jamestown

August 8, 2024 WJRS Staff

Derek Lee Vaughan, of Jamestown, passed away on Wednesday, August 7, 2024, at Taylor Regional Hospital, in Campbellsville. He was 57 years, 9 months, and 2 days of age. Derek was born on November 5, […]

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Charlene Sayers, age 80, of the Windsor community

August 8, 2024 WJRS Staff

Charlene Sayers, age 80, of Windsor, KY passed away Wednesday, August 07 2024 at Ephraim McDowell Hospital. She was born on Saturday, July 08 1944, in Liberty, Kentucky. She was the daughter of: Mother – […]

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School board approves change to district vaping/tobacco policy

August 8, 2024 Zac Oakes

The Russell County Board of Education met in special session yesterday morning, and during that meeting, the board approved a change to the district’s policy on vaping and tobacco products. Russell County Schools Superintendent Michael […]

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Hospital hopes possible tax credits could lower cost of renovation/expansion project

August 8, 2024 Zac Oakes

With the Russell County Hospital Board of Directors in the beginning stages of planning a renovation/expansion project, hospital leaders hope possible tax credits will lower the cost of the project. The hospital board discussed these […]

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Teachers, school leaders touring local manufacturers today

August 8, 2024 Zac Oakes

Teachers and school leaders from across Russell County will be hitting the road today. It’s part of an initiative Superintendent Michael Ford says aims to help strengthen partnerships in the community, promote career awareness, and […]

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Russell Springs City Council to meet tonight

August 8, 2024 Zac Oakes

The Russell Springs City Council will hold its regular monthly meeting this evening. The council is expected to hold a second reading and vote on the recently-discussed chicken ordinance, as well as a proposed zoning […]

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Commodities to be distributed today

August 8, 2024 Zac Oakes

Today is the monthly commodity distribution, according to the Russell County Judge-Executive’s office Judge-Executive Randy Marcum and the Russell County Fiscal Court in conjunction with the Feeding America, Kentucky’s Heartland program, will be giving out […]

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Linda Carol Grider Wood, age 76, of Henderson, formerly of Russell County

August 7, 2024 WJRS Staff

Linda Carol Grider Wood, of Henderson, passed away on Wednesday, August 7, 2024, at Lucy Smith King Hospice Care Center, in Henderson. She was 76 years of age. Born in Russell County, on June 11, […]

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Michael Lynn Selby, age 77, of Russell Springs

August 7, 2024 WJRS Staff

Michael Lynn Selby, of Russell Springs, passed from this life on Tuesday, August 6, 2024, at the UK Medical Center in Lexington.  He was 77 years of age. Born on Tuesday, March 18, 1947, in […]

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Bro. Calvin Theodore “Ted” Johnson, age 58

August 7, 2024 WJRS Staff

Bro. Calvin Theodore “Ted” Johnson, of Tompkinsville, passed from this life to his eternal home on Tuesday, August 6, 2024, at the Monroe County Medical Center, after a long illness, with Lea Ann, his wife […]

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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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