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Month: July 2025

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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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Recent Podcasts

  • Community Conversation 8-12

    Superintendent Michael Ford joins Jeff Hoover to discuss the start of the new school year, the latest progress on the new middle school, the completed Laker Band practice area, school facility priorities, teacher recruitment, and the need for substitute teachers across the district.

  • Community Conversation 8-10

    Jeff Hoover talks with Kristina Burton of the Russell County Public Library about the upcoming grand opening of The Green, including the new Bank of Jamestown Pavilion, community events, and opportunities for families. They also discuss the library’s returning homework help program, teen advisory board, book clubs, and other ways the library is serving the Russell County community.

  • Community Conversation 8-6

    Russell Springs City Park Director Daniel Buster joins Jeff Hoover to discuss the latest improvements at the park, including construction on the new golf course and turf ballfield projects. He also shares details about the city's free Back to School Bash, featuring inflatables, games, free food, swimming, and family fun before students head back to class.

  • Community Conversation 8-5

    Jeff Hoover is joined by Democratic gubernatorial candidate Rocky Adkins to discuss his campaign for Kentucky governor. Adkins reflects on his decades of public service, outlines his vision for the state's future, and shares his priorities for economic development, education, healthcare, and working across party lines. He also talks about how his and his wife's experiences as cancer survivors have shaped his perspective on leadership and public service.

  • Community Conversation 8-4

    Russell County Judge-Executive Randy Marcum provides an update on county government, including the new fiscal year budget, the upcoming property tax rate process, and more than $1 million in planned road improvement projects. He also discusses the community commodities program, construction progress on the new Russell County Hospital and Extension Office, the opening of Air Methods at the Russell County Airport, and other developments aimed at improving services and supporting future growth across the county.

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