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Nearby licensing offices busy as REAL ID deadline nears

May 6, 2025 Zac Oakes
Starting tomorrow, an individual’s license or identification card will need to be REAL ID-compliant to fly domestically in the United States or enter federal buildings. A REAL ID can be received by visiting one of […]
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Brumett selected for Entrepreneurial Leadership Institute

May 6, 2025 Zac Oakes
Russell County High School student Blair Brumett has been selected to participate in this year’s Entrepreneurial Leadership Institute. The one-week summer leadership program is hosted by the Center for Rural Development. This year, 24 students […]
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Burton says RCPL looking at variety of programs this summer

May 6, 2025 Zac Oakes
The Russell County Public Library is gearing up for the summer with a variety of programs for the community. Youth Services Librarian Kristina Burton said the library is looking to cover its bases in providing […]
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Kentucky signee Malachi Moreno has impressed Dennis Johnson and Cameron Mills with his all-around play

May 6, 2025 Zac Oakes
by LARRY VAUGHT Great Crossing center Malachi Moreno is someone that Dennis Johnson, father of UK signee Jasper Johnson, watched play a lot in high school and he also got to see him when the […]
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Douglas Edwards Eads, age 60, of Science Hill

May 5, 2025 Sean Hammond
It is with heavy, broken hearts that the family of Douglas Edward Eads announces his passing. Doug, age 60, of Science Hill, Kentucky, passed away from this life on Friday, May 2, 2025, at Lake […]
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Laker Baseball to hold Senior Night tonight; Lady Lakers host Monroe County

May 5, 2025 Zac Oakes
The Laker Baseball team will host Casey County for Senior Night tonight. Tonight’s matchup between the Lakers and Rebels is set for 5:30 at David Rexroat Field. The Lady Laker Softball team will be in […]
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Middle School Baseball, Softball teams in action tonight

May 5, 2025 Zac Oakes
The Russell County Middle School Baseball and Softball teams are in action tonight. The middle school Lakers will be on the road at Metcalfe County tonight, with first pitch scheduled for 5:30. The middle school […]
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RCMS Lady Laker Soccer begins postseason tomorrow

May 5, 2025 Zac Oakes
The Russell County Middle School Lady Laker Soccer team will begin postseason play tomorrow. The Lady Lakers will take on Green County in the first round of the district tournament at 5 p.m. at Green […]
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Local students from LWC Nursing program recognized

May 5, 2025 Zac Oakes
Local students in the Lindsey Wilson College Nursing program were recognized at a recent ceremony. Haley Cook of Russell Springs was presented the Elizabeth Lowe Whitfield Nursing Professional Development Award. Cook was also recognized for […]
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Homework Help program at RCPL has been beneficial for local students

May 5, 2025 Zac Oakes
The Homework Help program offered by the Russell County Public Library has been beneficial for local students. Youth Services Librarian Kristina Burton said the program has been a major success. For more information, or to […]
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  • Community Conversation 9-4

    Jeff Hoover talks with Russell County Opioid Liaison Jennifer Knifley about National Recovery Month, the importance of sharing stories of recovery, Purple Fridays, and the impact addiction has on individuals and families. They also discuss the upcoming Light of Hope Candlelight Ceremony and the message Jennifer wants everyone struggling with addiction to hear: there is always hope.

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    Jeff Hoover talks with legendary Kentucky high school basketball coach Allen Feldhaus Jr. following his induction into the Kentucky High School Basketball Hall of Fame. Coach Feldhaus reflects on his 41-year coaching career, his father’s influence, the 2013 state championship, and the lasting relationships basketball has created throughout his career.

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    Jeff Hoover talks with Russell County Judge-Executive Randy Marcum about road projects and funding, the county’s 911 and EMS services, the new Air Methods helicopter base, the solar farm project, improvements at Greasy Creek Roadside Park, and the county’s financial outlook heading into the fall.

  • Community Conversation 8-31

    Jeff Hoover sits down with Russell Springs Mayor Eddie Thomas to talk about the busy summer at Russell Springs City Park, progress on the city’s water project, the new nine-hole turf golf course, upcoming community events, improvements to Main Street, and new additions at the park.

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