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Deer harvest numbers around the Lake Cumberland area

January 29, 2025 Zac Oakes
Total harvest results from the recently completed deer hunting season have been released by the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife. The department reported 585 total deer harvested locally, the highest number since 1999. Around […]
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Ferguson man arrested locally

January 29, 2025 Zac Oakes
A Ferguson man was arrested locally by Kentucky State Police yesterday. 49-year-old Jeffrey Holder was arrested and charged with trafficking in methamphetamine, possession of drug paraphernalia, driving without insurance, and other traffic violations. Holder also […]
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Obituaries

Shirley Gossage, age 67, of Jamestown

January 28, 2025 Sean Hammond
Shirley Gossage, of Jamestown, passed away Sunday, January 26, 2025, at her residence. She was 67 years of age. Born May 23, 1957, in Somerset, she was a daughter of the late Caleb and Helen […]
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Lakers defeat Wayne County; Lady Lakers host McCreary Central tonight

January 28, 2025 Zac Oakes
The Laker Basketball team defeated Wayne County at home last night by a score of 70-60. Mayes Gosser led Russell County with 28 points on the night, followed by 22 points for Owen Loy. Logan […]
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Kazsuk, Higginbotham reelected to school board chair, vice-chair roles

January 28, 2025 Zac Oakes
In its first regular meeting of 2025, the Russell County Board of Education held elections for the position of board chair and vice-chair. Dick Kazsuk was reelected as the board’s chairperson, while Brenda Higginbotham was […]
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Countywide deer harvest highest in several years

January 28, 2025 Zac Oakes
Total harvest results from this past deer hunting season have been released by the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife, and the numbers show the highest number of deer harvested locally in several years. The […]
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Oklahoma man arrested in Clinton County on rape, sexual abuse charge

January 28, 2025 Zac Oakes
An Oklahoma man was arrested in Clinton County yesterday on charges of rape and sexual abuse. The Clinton County Sheriff’s Office arrested 62-year-old Dale Perales and charged him with rape – first degree and sexual […]
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Hospital Board to meet this evening

January 28, 2025 Zac Oakes
The Russell County Hospital Board of Directors will hold its monthly meeting this afternoon. The board will meet at 4 p.m. in the conference room at the hospital. The meeting is open to the public. […]
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National Parks Service investigating theft & vandalism at Mill Springs

January 28, 2025 Zac Oakes
The National Parks Service is investigating a reported theft and vandalism that took place at the Mill Springs Battlefield National Monument in Nancy. The National Parks Service said staff at the park recently discovered wood […]
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Delaynee Rodriguez has unlimited ability according to UK gymnastics coach Tim Garrison

January 28, 2025 Zac Oakes
by LARRY VAUGHT Delaynee Rodriguez is a versatile gymnast who competed in the all-around competition in 10 meets her freshman season with a season-best score of 39.450. She competed in bars, beam and floor in […]
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  • Community Conversation 8-24

    Susan Toby, chairperson of the Lake Cumberland Walk to End Alzheimer’s, joins Jeff Hoover to discuss Alzheimer’s awareness, early warning signs, the importance of early diagnosis and treatment, and how the community can support families affected by the disease. Toby also shares details about the upcoming Walk to End Alzheimer’s in Somerset on September 27th and how listeners can participate or support the cause.

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    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.

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