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Two people arrested after reportedly trying to burn drugs in garage

January 25, 2025 Zac Oakes

Two Louisville residents were arrested in Pulaski County this week after police officers executed a search warrant at a home in Science Hill and found them trying to burn methamphetamine in a wood burning stove. […]

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School board to meet Monday

January 25, 2025 Zac Oakes

The Russell County Board of Education will meet on Monday in its first regular meeting of the new year. The board will meet at 5 p.m. at the Russell County ANC. The meeting is open […]

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RCMS Volleyball defeats Casey County

January 24, 2025 Zac Oakes

The Russell County Middle School Volleyball teams picked up another set of wins last night, sweeping Casey County on the road. The 6th, 7th, and 8th grade teams each picked up victories in 2 sets. […]

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Russell County Schools had one of the highest attendance rates last year in Lake Cumberland area

January 24, 2025 Zac Oakes

Russell County Schools had one of the highest attendance rates last school year among school districts in the Lake Cumberland area. Russell County’s attendance rate last year was 92.7 percent, which was tied with Pulaski […]

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Russell Springs Fire Department had more than 400 runs in 2024

January 24, 2025 Zac Oakes

At a recent Russell Springs City Council meeting, Russell Springs Fire Chief Bobby Johnson said the fire department made more than 400 runs in 2024. Johnson said it was a pretty busy year for the […]

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Wayne County gas station owner arrested on drug trafficking charge

January 24, 2025 Zac Oakes

A Wayne County gas station owner has been arrested on a charge of trafficking in marijuana. An investigation by multiple agencies in Wayne County resulted in the arrest of Ravindran Patel of Somerset on a […]

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RCHS has strong showing at regional DECA competition

January 24, 2025 Zac Oakes

The Russell County High School DECA chapter had a strong showing at regional competition this week at Western Kentucky University. All 43 students that competed in the regional competition advanced to the state competition in […]

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State to begin accepting tax returns on Monday; state will pause operations for two weeks in February and March

January 24, 2025 Zac Oakes

The Kentucky Department of Revenue will begin accepting state individual income tax returns on Monday, and will begin processing returns the same day. This year, Kentuckians are encouraged to file early to avoid processing delays. […]

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Nate Oats has a lot of praise for Mark Pope

January 24, 2025 Zac Oakes

By LARRY VAUGHT Alabama coach Nate Oats gave coach Mark Pope his first Rupp Arena loss when the Crimson Tide outscored UK 102-97. However, Oats could not have been more gracious in his praise of […]

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Lindsey Wilson College set to build new regional performing arts center + residence hall

January 23, 2025 Zac Oakes

From LWC PUBLIC RELATIONS It will be a busy 2025 at Lindsey Wilson College as two buildings will be added to the A.P. White Campus – a residence hall and regional performing arts center. The […]

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Recent Podcasts

  • 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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