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Several local students named to Dean’s List at University of the Cumberlands

January 7, 2025 Zac Oakes

More than a dozen local students were named to the Dean’s List at the University of the Cumberlands. Those students were: Elly Richardson Summer Aaron Steven Cissell Olivia Wilson Christopher Yates Ryan Abrell Isaiah Stephens […]

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Indiana man arrested locally

January 7, 2025 Zac Oakes

An Indiana man was arrested by the Russell County Sheriff’s Office yesterday. 45-year-old Joshua Broughton was arrested and charged with burglary third degree and public intoxication of a controlled substance. Broughton was arrested by Deputy […]

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Adamson receives Governor’s Award for Impaired Driving Enforcement

January 7, 2025 Zac Oakes

Russell Springs Police Officer Blake Adamson was one of the recipients of this year’s Governor’s Award for Impaired Driving Enforcement. Adamson received the award for having the most impaired driving arrests in the department in […]

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Mackenzie Powell performed with the Firecrackers at Rupp Arena and now she’ll be back Feb. 1 as an assistant coach when the Firecrackers perform

January 7, 2025 Zac Oakes

By Larry Vaught When coach John Calipari brings Arkansas to Rupp Arena Feb. 1 to play against Kentucky it could be one of the most electric atmospheres ever for a UK home basketball game. Odds […]

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Sheriff’s Office investigating break-in at home under construction in Esto

January 6, 2025 Zac Oakes

The Russell County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a break-in at a home under construction in the Esto community. Sheriff Derek Polston said at least two individuals were involved in the break-in, and a third individual […]

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Lakers fall in 2A sectional championship to LaRue County

January 6, 2025 Zac Oakes

The Laker Basketball team fell to LaRue County in the 2A Section 4 championship on Saturday by a score of 83-68. Four Lakers scored in double figures. Mayes Gosser led the scoring with 19, Maddox […]

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Lady Lakers fall in district matchup to Monroe County

January 6, 2025 Zac Oakes

The Lady Laker Basketball team dropped a close one at home Friday night to district foe Monroe County by a score of 48-45. Playing without leading scorer Aniyah Coffey, the Lady Lakers trailed by 9 […]

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Winter weather expected to continue today

January 6, 2025 Zac Oakes

Russell County remains under a winter storm warning until 6 this evening. The National Weather Service in Louisville is forecasting snow for the area, although only about an inch of snow is projected for the […]

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Bicentennial Committee planning multiple events this year

January 6, 2025 Zac Oakes

2025 is Russell County’s Bicentennial, and several events are planned to celebrate Russell County’s 200th birthday. While the committee has plans for new events, such as the upcoming event at the ANC which will serve […]

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Russell Springs man arrested on drug charges in Columbia

January 6, 2025 Zac Oakes

A Russell Springs man was arrested on drug charges in Columbia Friday night. Columbia Police say 26-year-old Jimmie Gosser was arrested and charged with possession of drug paraphernalia, possession of marijuana and possession of methamphetamine […]

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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.

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    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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