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Russell Springs woman arrested on multiple charges

January 17, 2025 Zac Oakes

A Russell Springs woman was arrested on multiple charges just after midnight this morning. Russell Springs Police arrested 36-year-old Jacquelin Moreno and charged her with wanton endangerment first degree, reckless driving, fleeing or evading police […]

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Pulaski County Schools sued for blocking man from Facebook page

January 17, 2025 Zac Oakes

The Pulaski County School district is being sued by a Texas man for blocking him from the school district’s Facebook page. Corey DeAngelis filed the lawsuit earlier this week, which seeks a permanent injunction ordering […]

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Regina Bradshaw, age 90, Formerly of Glens Fork

January 16, 2025 Sean Hammond

Regina Bradshaw, 90, passed away peacefully on the morning of January 12, 2025, in Moorpark, California. Born on October 17, 1934, in Glens Fork, Kentucky, she was the eldest child of Pearl and Velmer Kelly. […]

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Optimism high as Kevin’s Kids gets underway

January 16, 2025 Zac Oakes

The annual Kevin’s Kids concert and fundraiser are underway, as Kevin Williams was in Russell County yesterday to meet with several individuals involved in the annual campaign that provides much-needed funding for Russell County students. […]

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Jamestown Fire Department responds to house fire

January 16, 2025 Zac Oakes

The Jamestown Fire Department was called out yesterday morning to a fire at a residence on Chatty Mann Road near Half Acre Road. Jamestown Fire Chief Jeff Landers said fire crews were called out at […]

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Sheriff, State Rep want to name Highway 127 in Russell County in memory of Deputy Phipps

January 16, 2025 Zac Oakes

Russell County Sheriff Derek Polston told the Russell County Fiscal Court this week he has been working with State Rep. Josh Branscum on naming Highway 127 in Russell County the “Deputy Sheriff Joshua Phipps Memorial […]

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Girdler hopes moment of silence bill will pass through legislature

January 16, 2025 Zac Oakes

State Senator Rick Girdler, who represents Russell County along with Pulaski, Clinton, Cumberland, and Wayne counties, is hopeful his legislation that would require schools to offer a moment of silence at the beginning of the […]

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Jamestown Council to meet this evening

January 16, 2025 Zac Oakes

The Jamestown City Council will hold its first meeting of 2025 this evening. The council will meet at 6 p.m this evening at City Hall. Council meetings are open to the public. We’ll have more […]

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Otega Oweh knows he can count on his brother, Odafe, a NFL player, for needed advice no matter the situation

January 16, 2025 Zac Oakes

By LARRY VAUGHT If Kentucky junior guard Otega Oweh needs advice or anything else about the ups and downs of an athletic season, he has the perfect source — his brother, Odafe. Not only did […]

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Jamestown man who led police on Christmas night pursuit arrested in Columbia

January 15, 2025 Zac Oakes

A Jamestown man who led local law enforcement on a vehicle pursuit near Wolf Creek Dam on Christmas night was arrested following a short pursuit in Columbia last night. Columbia Police attempted a traffic stop […]

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  • Community Conversation 8-6

    Russell Springs City Park Director Daniel Buster joins Jeff Hoover to discuss the latest improvements at the park, including construction on the new golf course and turf ballfield projects. He also shares details about the city's free Back to School Bash, featuring inflatables, games, free food, swimming, and family fun before students head back to class.

  • Community Conversation 8-5

    Jeff Hoover is joined by Democratic gubernatorial candidate Rocky Adkins to discuss his campaign for Kentucky governor. Adkins reflects on his decades of public service, outlines his vision for the state's future, and shares his priorities for economic development, education, healthcare, and working across party lines. He also talks about how his and his wife's experiences as cancer survivors have shaped his perspective on leadership and public service.

  • Community Conversation 8-4

    Russell County Judge-Executive Randy Marcum provides an update on county government, including the new fiscal year budget, the upcoming property tax rate process, and more than $1 million in planned road improvement projects. He also discusses the community commodities program, construction progress on the new Russell County Hospital and Extension Office, the opening of Air Methods at the Russell County Airport, and other developments aimed at improving services and supporting future growth across the county.

  • Community Conversation 8-3

    Jeff Hoover is joined by marriage and family therapist Joy Jones to discuss an upcoming community seminar focused on human trafficking awareness. Jones shares her experience working with survivors, explains common warning signs of exploitation, and talks about how parents, educators, churches, and community members can help protect vulnerable individuals through education and awareness.

  • 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.

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