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Lakers, Lady Lakers on the road tonight

December 12, 2024 Zac Oakes
The Laker and Lady Laker Basketball teams are on the road tonight. The Lady Lakers play on the road at Boyle County in a 2A tournament matchup. That one gets underway at 6:30 central time […]
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Russell County remains #1 statewide in Imagination Library enrollment

December 12, 2024 Zac Oakes
Russell County remains at the top statewide for the percentage of children enrolled in the Dolly Parton Imagination Library Program. Library Director Lindsey Westerfield said the library is excited about the success of the program […]
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Work on 127 between Russell, Clinton counties ongoing

December 12, 2024 Zac Oakes
The South 127 project including Russell and Clinton counties is ongoing. Despite a few hiccups involving the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, District 8 Transportation Cabinet spokesperson Amber Hale said the project is moving forward […]
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Russell Springs Council meeting is tonight

December 12, 2024 Zac Oakes
The Russell Springs City Council will hold its regular monthly meeting tonight. The council will recognize winners from last month’s Christmas parade, discuss medical cannabis regulations and procedures, and take up several other agenda items. […]
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Sheriff, County Clerk budgets approved by fiscal court

December 12, 2024 Zac Oakes
The fiscal court approved the 2025 budgets for the Russell County Sheriff’s Office and Russell County Clerk’s Office at its meeting this week. The 2025 sheriff’s budget comes in at around $1.36 million in expenses […]
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Brad White focused on next season in Lexington

December 12, 2024 Zac Oakes
By Larry Vaught Kentucky defensive coordinator Brad White had his name mentioned a lot in speculation about where he might end up coaching next year after UK’s 4-8 season. White has turned down other job […]
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Uldine “Auntie” Loy, age 96, of Russell Springs

December 11, 2024 Sean Hammond
Uldine “Auntie” Loy, of Russell Springs, passed from this life Tuesday, December 10, 2024, at her home, having attained the age of 96 years, 3 months and 9 days. Auntie was born at home in […]
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Fishing Creek Bridge project could take longer than expected

December 11, 2024 Zac Oakes
The ongoing project at Fishing Creek Bridge in neighboring Pulaski County could take longer than expected. The District 8 Transportation office announced this week additional repair needs have been identified that could affect parts of […]
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Lakers, Lady Lakers fall in district doubleheader to Cumberland County

December 11, 2024 Zac Oakes
The Russell County Laker and Lady Laker basketball teams were defeated last night in the first district doubleheader of the season. The Lady Lakers fell to the Lady Panthers in the first game of the […]
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RCPL installs “Read While You Wait” libraries at various locations

December 11, 2024 Zac Oakes
Russell County Public Library has recently installed “Read While You Wait” libraries at locations across the community frequently visited by children and families. These small libraries are another way Russell County Public Library aims to […]
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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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