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Fletcher reappointed to hospital board

March 12, 2025 Zac Oakes

Steven Fletcher, President of First National Bank in Russell Springs, was reappointed to another term on the Russell County Hospital Board of Directors this week. Judge Executive Randy Marcum said he’s been really happy with […]

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Russell County Hospital announces partnership with Dry Branch Stock Farm

March 12, 2025 Zac Oakes

RUSSELL COUNTY, KY – Russell County Hospital is proud to announce a new partnership with Dry Branch Stock Farm as part of the Food is Medicine Initiative.   Starting this month, the hospital will incorporate […]

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Search ongoing for missing Casey County teen

March 12, 2025 Zac Oakes

The search is ongoing for a teenager reported missing in Casey County. The Casey County Sheriff’s Office said 16-year-old Harmony Smith was last seen on Possum Trot Road near Highway 551 in Casey County. Smith […]

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Irvin Schoolhouse recognized

March 12, 2025 Zac Oakes

The Irvin Schoolhouse was recognized at this week’s fiscal court meeting. The schoolhouse was recognized as a Country School Association of America Landmark Schoolhouse. Irvin Schoolhouse is a historic one-room schoolhouse built in rural Russell […]

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Obituaries

Gene “Tex” Flanagan, age 86, of Jamestown

March 11, 2025 Sean Hammond

Gene “Tex” Flanagan, who left us peacefully at the age of 86. A beloved figure in his community, protector of his family, left this life surrounded by the family and friends he cherished and the […]

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Lakers take on Franklin-Simpson in region tournament tonight

March 11, 2025 Zac Oakes

The Russell County Laker Basketball team is in action tonight,  taking on 13th District champion Franklin-Simpson in the 4th Region Tournament. Tip-off for tonight’s game is scheduled for 6:30 at E.A. Diddle Arena in Bowling […]

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Fire crews called to trailer fire on West Drive

March 11, 2025 Zac Oakes

Fire crews were called out yesterday afternoon to a trailer fire on West Drive. The Russell Springs Volunteer Fire Department was called out just before 1:30 yesterday afternoon to 39 West Drive. A total of […]

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Spring burning restrictions remain in place

March 11, 2025 Zac Oakes

Local fire officials are reminding residents that spring burning restrictions remain in place. State law prohibits burning between the hours of  6 a.m. and 6 p.m. Burning is not allowed to take place within 150 […]

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Pulaski couple arrested on child abuse charges

March 11, 2025 Zac Oakes

A Pulaski County couple was arrested on child abuse charges last week. The arrest came after a child reportedly escaped from the home and went to a neighbor’s house. The child reported that the parents […]

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Susie Myrtle Todd, age 80, of Columbia

March 10, 2025 Sean Hammond

Susie Myrtle Todd, of Columbia, passed from this life on Sunday, March 9, 2025, at Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital in Somerset, having attained the age of 80 years, 11 months and one day. Ms. Susie […]

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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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