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Month: January 2025

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Comer says he’s interested in running for governor

January 3, 2025 Zac Oakes
We’re still two years away from the next election for Kentucky’s Governor, but Representative James Comer is already taking a look at running for the state’s highest office. Comer represents 35 counties in the U.S. […]
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New deputy joins sheriff’s office

January 3, 2025 Zac Oakes
The Russell County Sheriff’s Office has a new deputy. Deputy Chris Tweedy has joined the sheriff’s office. Tweedy has experience working in other surrounding counties. He’s worked for the Cumberland County Sheriff’s Office, Adair County […]
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Barber receives Governor’s Impaired Driving Enforcement Award

January 3, 2025 Zac Oakes
Russell County Sheriff’s Deputy Nick Barber was one of the recipients of the Governor’s Impaired Driving Enforcement Awards. Barber was recognized at a ceremony in Lexington with hundreds of officers from across the state. Barber […]
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Two Russell County residents indicted in Adair County

January 3, 2025 Zac Oakes
Two Russell County residents have been indicted in Adair County. An Adair County grand jury indicted 28-year-old Allison Jo Stargel, who has addresses listed in both Jamestown and Columbia, on a charge of possession of […]
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Area could see winter weather this weekend

January 3, 2025 Zac Oakes
WJRS is continuing to track a potential winter storm that could impact the area Sunday into Monday. Current models indicate much of the winter weather will remain north of Russell County, but that is subject […]
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Obituaries

Garry Moore Thomas, age 73, of Russell Springs

January 2, 2025 Sean Hammond
Garry Moore Thomas, of Russell Springs, passed from this life on New Years Day of 2025, at his home. He was 73 years of age. Garry was born November 7, 1951, in Russell County, son […]
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Theo Branscum, age 79 of Russell Springs

January 2, 2025 Sean Hammond
Theo Branscum, age 79 of Russell Springs, died Thursday, January 2, 2025 at his home surrounded by family. He was the son of the late Theo and Dorothy Canada Branscum. He was a member of […]
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Lakers play Adair in 2A matchup tonight, changes made for upcoming Monroe game

January 2, 2025 Zac Oakes
The Russell County Laker Basketball team will go on the road to LaRue County tonight to take on Adair County in a 2A tournament matchup. Tip-off for tonight’s matchup is scheduled for 6:30 CT. The […]
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New vaping law now in effect

January 2, 2025 Zac Oakes
Local vaping stores and those around the state now face new regulations from a law passed during last year’s legislative session. House Bill 11 only allows the sale of FDA approved vape products, significantly limiting […]
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Jamestown Fire Dept called out on New Year’s Day

January 2, 2025 Zac Oakes
The Jamestown Fire Department was called to a fire at a home on Esto Road yesterday afternoon. Jamestown Fire Chief Jeff Landers said fire crews were called out at around 3:30 yesterday after Landers noticed […]
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  • Community Conversation 9-21

    Jeff Hoover talks with Ethan Selby of the Lake Cumberland Regional College and Workforce Center about SkillsUSA and the hands-on career programs available to students. They also discuss the upcoming SkillsUSA car show, how students help organize and run the event, and how the proceeds help support SkillsUSA activities throughout the year.

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    Russell County vs Taylor County from Friday, September 18th.

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    Jeff Hoover talks with Daniel Buster from the City of Russell Springs and Wayne Lynch from the Ol' Boys Toys Car Club about the monthly car shows on Main Street in Russell Springs. They discuss this Saturday’s trophy show, food trucks, live music, the Russell County Elementary School band fundraiser, and how the car club gives back to the community.

  • Community Conversation 9-17

    Jeff Hoover talks with Russell County Public Library Director Cody Gabehart about the grand opening of The Green, including the new pavilion, sensory play space, walking trail and amphitheater. They also discuss upcoming events, the library’s Halloween costume shop, the new library website, and the digitization of local genealogy and oral history records.

  • Community Conversation 9-16

    Jeff Hoover talks with Russell County Jaycee Leonard Coppage about the ninth annual Convoy for Kids, coming up October 17th at the Russell County Fairgrounds. They discuss the new truck show, classic cars and tractors, the convoy route, and how the event raises money for Toys for Tots.

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