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Quarterback Zach Calzada has not tried to force his leadership on his new Kentucky teammates

April 10, 2025 Zac Oakes
by LARRY VAUGHT Quarterback Zach Calzada started his college football career at Texas A&M in 2019 for three years, spent the next season at Auburn and the last two years played at Incarnate Word before […]
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Lady Laker Softball takes on Gallatin County today

April 9, 2025 Zac Oakes
The Russell County Lady Laker Softball team continues play in the Florida Beach Bash today as they take on Gallatin County. The Lady Lakers are 2-1 so far during the trip. Russell County vs Gallatin […]
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Laker Baseball takes on Boyle County tomorrow

April 9, 2025 Zac Oakes
The Laker Baseball team will be back in action tomorrow. 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 tomorrow […]
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Russell Springs man identified as victim in fatal Laurel County moped crash

April 9, 2025 Zac Oakes
A Russell Springs man was identified as the victim in a fatal moped crash in Laurel County last week. The Laurel County Sheriff’s Office said 58-year-old Thomas Williams was operating a moped southbound on U.S. […]
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Mexican man deported from Russell County sentenced for trying to reenter U.S.

April 9, 2025 Zac Oakes
A Mexican man who was deported to Mexico from Russell County was sentenced to two-and-a-half years in federal prison for illegally reentering the United States. The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Western District of Kentucky […]
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Police pursuit through Cumberland and Clinton counties ends in wreck

April 9, 2025 Zac Oakes
A police pursuit that began in Cumberland County yesterday ended in Clinton County after the person wrecked their truck and it caught fire. According to reports, deputies with the Cumberland County Sheriff’s Office attempted to […]
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Monticello man arrested after being found walking down highway naked

April 9, 2025 Zac Oakes
A Monticello man was arrested after he was found walking alongside a highway in Wayne County naked. James K. King was arrested and charged with indecent exposure second degree, public intoxication of a controlled substance, […]
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Weather has delayed work on school district field house project

April 9, 2025 Zac Oakes
Heavy rain and storms recently have delayed work on the Russell County School District’s field house project. Superintendent Michael Ford said meetings have still been ongoing about the project. The project will include construction of […]
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Long-time recruiting guru calls Jaland Lowe “dynamic player”

April 9, 2025 Zac Oakes
by LARRY VAUGHT Long-time recruiting guru Ron Briscoe has known new Kentucky point guard Jaland Lowe since he was only 2 or 3 years old. “His father, Marland, would push him in a stroller to […]
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LWC to begin offering communication degree online

April 8, 2025 Zac Oakes
COLUMBIA, KY. (04/08/2025) One of Lindsey Wilson College’s more popular undergraduate majors is now available online. Beginning with the 2025-26 school year, the Lindsey Wilson bachelor of arts degree in communication will be part of […]
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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.

  • 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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