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Month: April 2025

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Jewell Lee Thomas, age 89, of Russell Springs

April 4, 2025 Sean Hammond

Jewell Lee Thomas, of Russell Springs, passed from this life to her heavenly reward on Wednesday, April 2, 2025, at Casey County Hospital, having attained the age of 89 years and 11 months. Ms. Jewell […]

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Wayne Radford, age 75, of Jamestown

April 4, 2025 Sean Hammond

Wayne Radford, of Jamestown, passed from this life Wednesday, April 2, 2025, at VA Medical Center in Lexington. He was 75 years of age. Born September 20, 1949, in Jamestown, he was a son of […]

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Laker Baseball falls in first game in Myrtle Beach, back in action this afternoon

April 4, 2025 Zac Oakes

The Laker Baseball team fell in its first game in Myrtle Beach yesterday, falling to Bowling Green, Ohio by a score of 7-6. Ayden McGowan finished with a pair of hits for Russell County. Tanner […]

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Jamestown man cited for driving under the influence following single-vehicle crash

April 4, 2025 Zac Oakes

A Jamestown man was cited for driving under the influence following a single-vehicle crash Wednesday evening. The crash occurred just after 6:45 Wednesday evening in the 1700 block of South Highway 92, or Boat Dock […]

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Dunbar says new law changing felony offenses could impact jail programs

April 4, 2025 Zac Oakes

Russell County Jailer Bobby Dunbar said new laws changing the level of felony offenses could impact certain jail programs that have shown to be beneficial to the community. Dunbar said certain Class D felons, the […]

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Flooding causes school closures; high water in Liberty

April 4, 2025 Zac Oakes

Flooding in Russell and surrounding counties has resulted in schools being closed today. In-person classes in Russell, Adair, Clinton, and Cumberland counties were cancelled today due to flooding. In Russell County, today is not an […]

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Wolford named new KEA President

April 4, 2025 Zac Oakes

Russell County’s Joel Wolford has been elected the new president of the Kentucky Education Association. Wolford previously served as Vice President of KEA. Wolford has been a teacher for 23 years, most recently as a […]

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Jamestown native part of group of LWC students named as finalists in national competition

April 4, 2025 Zac Oakes

A Jamestown native is part of a team of Lindsey Wilson College students who were named as finalists in a national business competition. Jamestown native Gage Carnes is one of four Lindsey Wilson students to […]

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Adair woman allegedly solicited juvenile to murder her husband

April 3, 2025 Zac Oakes

More details are being released about the arrest of an Adair County woman yesterday. State Police say 27-year-old Elena K. Bardin of Adair County was a teacher through the school system assigned to the Adair […]

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Laker Baseball, Lady Laker Softball scheduled to be in action today

April 3, 2025 Zac Oakes

The Russell County Laker Baseball and Lady Laker Softball teams are slated to be in action today. The Laker Baseball team is scheduled to be in action this morning in Myrtle Beach as part of […]

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Recent Podcasts

  • Community Conversation 7-28

    Former Laker football coach Lucas Ford discusses taking over as director of the Russell County Youth Football League. He shares details on upcoming registration dates, a free youth football camp, and plans to grow the program by teaching fundamentals, building character, and creating a strong foundation for the future of Laker football. Lucas also highlights the importance of community support and getting young athletes involved early in the game.

  • Community Conversation 7-27

    Russell County Public Library Director Cody Gabehart discusses one of the library's biggest summers ever, with record attendance at programs and events, including the popular RCPL Con. He also shares updates on The Green project, featuring a new sensory play space, walking trail, and community pavilion, while highlighting upcoming back-to-school initiatives, tutoring opportunities, and expanded programming designed to serve families and students throughout the year.

  • Community Conversation 7-24

    In this episode of Community Conversation, Jeff Hoover welcomes Russell County Family and Consumer Sciences Agent Megan Gullett to discuss the many programs and services offered through the Russell County Extension Office. Megan shares updates on a busy summer that included 4-H Camp, county fair activities, and canning classes, while highlighting upcoming opportunities for the community.The conversation covers Extension Homemakers clubs, volunteer efforts, the local book club, food preservation classes, pressure canner testing, and upcoming cooking demonstrations featuring healthy recipes and easy family meals. Megan also explains how residents can get involved in Extension programs and stay connected through the Russell County Extension Office.

  • Community Conversation 7-22

    Jeff Hoover welcomes members of the Adair County 16U All-Star Girls Softball Team and assistant coach Grace Loy. The team recently captured the Kentucky Senior League Softball State Championship and was competing in the Super Regional Tournament in Lawrenceburg.Coach Loy and players from both Russell County and Adair County discuss their championship run, the chemistry between the combined team, their journey through the tournament, and their hopes of advancing to the national championship. Hear from the young athletes about their love for the game, teamwork, and representing their communities on the softball field. 

  • Community Conversation 7-21

    In this episode of Community Conversation, Jeff Hoover talks with Dr. Samantha Gaddie, founding director of Campbellsville University's new agriculture program. Dr. Gaddie discusses the launch of the university's new agriculture degree, the hands-on learning opportunities available to students, the importance of supporting Kentucky's agricultural industry, and her vision for preparing the next generation of agricultural leaders. Learn how this new program will partner with local farmers and provide students with practical experience while staying close to home in South Central Kentucky.

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