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William Walter Bihr, age 95, of Russell Springs

July 31, 2025 Sean Hammond
William Walter “Bill” Bihr, of Russell Springs, passed away on Wednesday, July 30, 2025, at his home. He was 95 years of age. Born on June 26, 1930, in Cincinnati, Ohio, he was a son […]
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Lane Closure on KY 910 for Shoulder Repairs in Casey County

July 31, 2025 Sean Hammond
KY 910 in Casey County has been reduced to one lane at the intersection of Dry Fork Road (mile point 6.088) as crews perform shoulder repairs, according to the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet’s District 8 office […]
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127 Yard Sale gets underway next week

July 31, 2025 Zac Oakes
The 127 Yard Sale gets underway one week from today. The yard sale officially gets underway next Thursday, with the event scheduled for August 7-10, although many sales will last the whole week or longer. […]
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Russell County Schools institutes new medication policy

July 31, 2025 Zac Oakes
In accordance with new regulations from state agencies, Russell County Schools is implementing new policies regarding medications at school. The school district announced a written provider order must be on file before any prescribed medication […]
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Smith receives top honor in national cattle judging contest

July 31, 2025 Zac Oakes
Russell County’s Blane Smith recently received first place in a cattle judging competition at the National Junior Angus Show. Smith took first place in the Intermediate B Division of the cattle judging competition for 16-17 […]
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Search and Rescue commander urges use of life jackets on the water

July 30, 2025 Zac Oakes
Russell County Search and Rescue Commander Chris Money continues to stress the importance of wearing a life jacket while on the water. Whether a person is swimming, boating, or any other activity on the water, […]
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Paving begins on Crocus Road as part of grant-funded project

July 30, 2025 Zac Oakes
Paving operations on Crocus Road near the Bryan Community got underway this week. Two miles of the road are being paved as part of a project funded partially by the state through a grant from […]
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Lady Laker Golf finish 4th at Taylor County Tournament

July 30, 2025 Zac Oakes
The Russell County Lady Laker Golf Team finished 4th at the Taylor County Tournament at Campbellsville Country Club this week. Carly Shearer led the Lady Lakers with an 88 on the day, followed by Carleen […]
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Search and Rescue Commander discusses water rescue, boating near Wolf Creek Dam

July 30, 2025 Zac Oakes
Russell County Search and Rescue was called out yesterday to assist after a boat began taking on water after getting too close to Wolf Creek Dam. Search and Rescue officials say the incident occurred at […]
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Laker Golf finishes 2nd at Marion County Invitational; McMillin qualifies for 2A State Tournament

July 30, 2025 Zac Oakes
The Russell County Laker Golf team came away with a 2nd place finish at the Marion County Invitational at Lincoln Homestead State Park this week.  The Lakers finished with a team score of 315 on […]
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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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