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Month: July 2025

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Progress being made on new ARC Pregnancy Center

July 30, 2025 Zac Oakes

Progress continues to be made on the new ARC Pregnancy Support Center. Work began on the new building last month. ARC Board Member Rick Neff provided an update on the construction of the new facility. […]

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Jamestown man arrested on multiple charges

July 30, 2025 Zac Oakes

A Jamestown man was arrested on multiple charges last night. 62-year-old Dennis M. McWhorter was arrested and charged with possession of methamphetamine and possession of drug paraphernalia. McWhorter also had an indictment warrant for possession […]

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Monday was hottest day of 2025 locally; heat advisory remains in effect until this evening

July 30, 2025 Zac Oakes

Monday was the hottest day of 2025 in Russell County, according to data from the local mesonet station. The station reported a maximum air temperature on Monday at 92.1 degrees, with a heat index of […]

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Jasper Johnson surprised by supportive chants while in Switzerland

July 30, 2025 Zac Oakes

by LARRY VAUGHT Former Kentucky all-SEC defensive end Dennis Johnson has had a lot of special sports moments but was not quite prepared for what happened in Switzerland when he was watching his son Jasper […]

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Another water rescue made near Wolf Creek Dam

July 29, 2025 Zac Oakes

Russell County Search and Rescue reported another water rescue near Wolf Creek Dam this morning. Search and Rescue officials say the incident occurred at around 10 this morning. They say two fishermen drifted too close […]

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Russell Springs man arrested in Lincoln County

July 29, 2025 Zac Oakes

A Russell Springs man was arrested in Lincoln County on multiple drug charges. 45-year-old Harlan Bivins was arrested Sunday morning and charged with possession of fentanyl, possession of methamphetamine – second offense, possession of drug […]

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Russell County duo has strong showing at Bassmaster Junior National tournament

July 29, 2025 Zac Oakes

A pair of Russell County anglers had a strong showing in the 2025 Bassmaster Junior National Championship in Tennessee over the weekend. Russell County’s Owen Stephens and Max Roy finished in 41st place out of […]

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Back to School Bash is this evening

July 29, 2025 Zac Oakes

The annual Back to School Bash will take place this evening. The Back to School Bash will take place from 7 until 8:30 this evening at the Russell County Fairgrounds. There will be free backpacks […]

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Monticello woman arrested on drug charges

July 29, 2025 Zac Oakes

A Monticello woman was arrested on drug charges by the Russell County Sheriff’s Office early this morning. 28-year-old Tessie Stringer was arrested and charged with possession of methamphetamine and possession of drug paraphernalia. Stringer was […]

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Local Dairy Queen has raised more than $8,000 for UK Children’s Hospital

July 29, 2025 Zac Oakes

The Russell Springs Dairy Queen location is helping to make a major impact for children with serious medical needs. The Russell Springs Dairy Queen has raised more than $8,000 for the University of Kentucky Children’s […]

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  • 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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