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Jamestown Dive team assists in Carroll County Search & Recovery operation

April 11, 2025 Zac Oakes
The Jamestown Dive team was in Carroll County this week, assisting local emergency officials with a search and recovery operation due to flooding. Five Jamestown members traveled to the northern Kentucky county and were able […]
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Former Sacred Heart star Josie Gilvin adds a long, athletic player for coach Kenny Brooks’ team

April 11, 2025 Zac Oakes
by LARRY VAUGHT Sacred Heart coach Donna Moir wants Kentucky fans to understand just how special she thinks Josie Gilvin, who won two state tourney titles and was state tourney MVP in 2021, is now […]
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Crittenden man reported missing in Russell County

April 10, 2025 Zac Oakes
Kentucky State Police is reporting a missing person in Russell County. A vehicle belonging to 29-year-old Michael Thomas of Crittenden was found at Lake Cumberland’s Wolf Creek Marina in the Jabez community on Wednesday. Michael […]
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Hart strikes out 10 and Wilson homers as Lady Lakers win another in Florida

April 10, 2025 Zac Oakes
Addison Hart struck out 10 batters and gave up two hits in a shutout win, as the Russell County Lady Lakers defeated Gallatin County in Florida yesterday. At the plate, Emma Wilson came up clutch, […]
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Laker Baseball on the road tonight

April 10, 2025 Zac Oakes
The Laker Baseball team will be back in action tonight. The Lakers go on the road to take on the Boyle County Rebels. First pitch from Boyle County High School is set for 6:30 this […]
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Melton says community support for bicentennial has been great

April 10, 2025 Zac Oakes
As Russell County celebrates its bicentennial this year, Susan Melton with the Russell County Judge Executive’s Office said community support has been great. With events planned throughout the year, Melton said businesses and individuals have […]
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Two Russell Springs women arrested in Adair County on burglary charges

April 10, 2025 Zac Oakes
Two Russell Springs women were arrested in Adair County yesterday on burglary charges. The Adair County Sheriff’s Office arrested 55-year-old Judy Ann Walters and 58-year-old Sondra Lewallen on charges of burglary second degree and criminal […]
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Adair County teacher terminated following physical altercation

April 10, 2025 Zac Oakes
An Adair County teacher has been terminated by the school district following a reported physical altercation outside the high school gymnasium. Sharon Burton with the Adair County Community Voice reported the incident happened last Tuesday […]
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NWS confirms tornado in Taylor County last week

April 10, 2025 Zac Oakes
The National Weather Service has confirmed a tornado touched down in Taylor County last week. The tornado touched down near the Lone Valley area of Taylor County near Green River Lake State Park. The tornado […]
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Russell Springs City Council to meet tonight

April 10, 2025 Zac Oakes
The Russell Springs City Council will meet this evening. The council is expected to hear the mayor’s annual State of the City address at tonight’s meeting. The council will also hear its quarterly update from […]
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Recent Podcasts

  • 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.

  • Lakers vs Adair County

    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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