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Hospital board to meet in special session today

August 6, 2024 Zac Oakes
The Russell County Hospital Board of Directors will meet in special session today. The board will meet at 4 p.m. in the conference room at the hospital to select architectural and engineering services for the […]
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School board to meet in special session Wednesday

August 6, 2024 Zac Oakes
The Russell County Board of Education will meet in special session Wednesday morning. The board is set to discuss a number of agenda items, including the student behavior and discipline code, a revision to the […]
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Body recovered from Lake Cumberland following search

August 5, 2024 Zac Oakes
A body has been recovered following the search for a person that went missing on Lake Cumberland Sunday evening. Crews recovered the body near the Garland Bend area after picking up the search again Monday […]
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Investigation underway into drowning at Lake Cumberland

August 5, 2024 Zac Oakes
An investigation is underway into a reported drowning that occurred near the South Fork area of the Cumberland River on Lake Cumberland near Garland Bend. The drowning occurred yesterday evening sometime around 6 p.m. Central […]
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Pulaski man arrested after threatening firefighters battling fire at his home with a knife

August 5, 2024 Zac Oakes
A Pulaski County man was arrested after he reportedly threatened firefighters and deputies who responded to a call of a fire at his house. The Pulaski County Sheriff’s Office said the incident occurred late Thursday […]
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Patrick Reid Loveless, age 52, of Russell Springs

August 5, 2024 Sean Hammond
Patrick Reid Loveless, of Russell Springs, passed away Thursday, August 1, 2024, at his home.  He was 52 years of age. Patrick was born Wednesday, July 19, 1972, in Somerset, son of the late Frank […]
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Russell County 4-H Shooting Sports competes at Adair County competition

August 5, 2024 Zac Oakes
The Russell County 4-H Shooting Sports team competed at the Adair County competition recently. In the 15-18 year old category, Russell County had several individuals receive honors. Abigail Emerson – 1st place – bare bow […]
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New high-speed electric vehicle charging stations to be unveiled at tourism office today

August 5, 2024 Zac Oakes
Two new high-speed electric vehicle charging stations will be unveiled at the tourism office today. The charging stations are located in the parking lot of the tourism office off Highway 127 next to Arby’s. The […]
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Russell Springs woman arrested early Sunday morning

August 5, 2024 Zac Oakes
A Russell Springs woman was arrested early yesterday morning by the Russell County Sheriff’s Office. According to reports, 63-year-old Tina E. Lusk was arrested and charged with possession of methamphetamine, possession of marijuana, and possession […]
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All-American Georgia Amoore knows Kenny Brooks brought out the best in her

August 5, 2024 Zac Oakes
By LARRY VAUGHT All-American guard Georgia Amoore has a unique relationship with Kentucky coach Kenny Brooks after playing for him for four years at Virginia Tech before following him to Kentucky. She’ll be the catalyst […]
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  • Lakers vs Adair County

    Russell County vs Adair County from Friday, August 21st.

  • Community Conversation 8-19

    Jeff Hoover talks with Russell County High School FFA state champion public speakers Piper Garmon and recent graduate Kendall Melton. The two share their experiences competing at the state level, their winning speeches, and how FFA has helped them build confidence, discover opportunities, and prepare for their futures in agriculture and education.

  • Community Conversation 8-18

    Jeff Hoover talks with Kentucky Lieutenant Governor and Democratic candidate for governor Jacqueline Coleman about her campaign, education, school funding, Kentucky’s budget, working with the legislature, and her vision for the future of the Commonwealth. Coleman also discusses her background as an educator, coach, and mother and what sets her apart in the Democratic primary.

  • Community Conversation 8-17

    Jeff Hoover talks with Russell County Schools Director of Security Jackie Grider about school safety, the role of school resource officers, summer training, and the importance of building trust with students, parents, and the community. Grider also shares his personal commitment to helping students make positive choices and succeed.

  • Community Conversation 8-12

    Superintendent Michael Ford joins Jeff Hoover to discuss the start of the new school year, the latest progress on the new middle school, the completed Laker Band practice area, school facility priorities, teacher recruitment, and the need for substitute teachers across the district.

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