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Largest fishing tournament ever held on Lake Cumberland planned for next year

March 27, 2025 Zac Oakes

A major fishing tournament that is expected to be the largest tournament ever held on Lake Cumberland is set to come to Russell County next year. Tourism Director Danielle Wilson announced today the 17th annual […]

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Laker Baseball takes on Taylor County in 2A section championship tonight

March 27, 2025 Zac Oakes

The Laker Baseball team will take on Taylor County in the 2A section championship at Casey County tonight. First pitch for tonight’s matchup between the Lakers and Cardinals is set for 5 p.m. CT. The […]

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Williams says Kevin’s Kids is about bringing community together

March 27, 2025 Zac Oakes

The annual Kevin’s Kids concert is fast approaching. The concert is scheduled to take place in just over two weeks. Williams told WJRS the concert and the Kevin’s Kids organization is about bringing the community […]

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Lady Laker Softball hosts Southwestern tonight

March 27, 2025 Zac Oakes

The Russell County Lady Laker Softball team will host Southwestern tonight in the first home game of the regular season. The Lady Lakers enter at 2-2 on the season and Southwestern enters at 2-3. First […]

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RCHS student selected for Gatton Academy

March 27, 2025 Zac Oakes

A Russell County High School student has been selected for the prestigious Gatton Academy at Western Kentucky University. RCHS Sophomore Samantha Brown was selected for the program. Applicants are assessed on several factors, including ACT/SAT […]

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Local business owner’s horse expected to qualify for Kentucky Derby

March 27, 2025 Zac Oakes

The Kentucky Derby is just over a month away, and this year, there will likely be a Russell County connection in the race. Local businessman Terry Stephens owns a horse named Chunk of Gold. After […]

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Pulaski Sheriff’s Office investigating hit-and-run involving teenager

March 27, 2025 Zac Oakes

The Pulaski County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a hit-and-run case where a 16-year-old was reportedly hit by a truck while running. The sheriff’s office said the 16-year-old female was running on the side of the […]

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Jamestown Council to hold special-called meeting tonight

March 27, 2025 Zac Oakes

The Jamestown City Council will hold a special-called meeting tonight. The council will meet at 5:30 to discuss taking in Ponderosa Pike as a city street. Ponderosa Pike is located off Murphy Lane in Jamestown. […]

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RCMS Lady Laker Soccer defeats Wayne County

March 27, 2025 Zac Oakes

The Russell County Middle School Lady Laker Soccer team defeated Wayne County Tuesday night by a score of 5-0. 5 different Lady Lakers scored a goal in the win. Jayde Lawless, Ferrah Polston, Jorja Branham, […]

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Georgia Amoore is Kenny Brooks’ biggest fan

March 27, 2025 Zac Oakes

by LARRY VAUGHT Kentucky coach Kenny Brooks’ biggest fan might be All-American guard Georgia Amoore and she made that clear after he was named The Sporting News Coach of the Year. “I’ve been with this […]

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    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.

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    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.

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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.

  • Community Conversation 7-30

    Jeff Hoover talks with Gordon Lester of the Russell County Family Resource and Youth Services Center about the annual Back to School Bash at the Russell County Fairgrounds. They discuss free backpacks, school supplies, food, and community support available to Russell County students, along with the year-round work Family Resource Centers do to help local children and families succeed in school.

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