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Sheriff’s Office addresses audit report, citing clerical error

August 11, 2025 Zac Oakes
The Russell County Sheriff’s Office cited a clerical error as the culprit of a discrepancy in the latest audit of the sheriff’s office by the Kentucky Auditor’s Office. The audit report indicated a discrepancy of […]
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Ernest “Ernie” Leonard, age 54, of Russell Springs

August 11, 2025 Sean Hammond
Ernest “Ernie” Leonard, of Russell Springs, passed away Monday, August 4, 2025, at Russell County Hospital. He was 54 years of age. Born February 25, 1971, in Claremont, New Hampshire, he was a son of […]
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Fiscal Court to meet this morning

August 11, 2025 Zac Oakes
The Russell County Fiscal Court will meet this morning with multiple items on the agenda. The court will hold the first reading of an ordinance permitting side-by-sides and other special purpose vehicles to be operated […]
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RCHS, RCMS open houses are this evening

August 11, 2025 Zac Oakes
Russell County High School and Middle School will hold open house events this evening. Open House at Russell County High School gets underway at 5 o’clock this evening for incoming freshmen. The high school is […]
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RCPL gearing up for back-to-school

August 11, 2025 Zac Oakes
Russell County Public Library is gearing up for the beginning of the new school year. Youth Services Librarian Kristina Burton said the library is preparing to bring back programs geared toward helping students academically as […]
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Russell Springs woman arrested by KY Fish and Wildlife

August 11, 2025 Zac Oakes
A Russell Springs woman was arrested by Kentucky Fish and Wildlife over the weekend. 32-year-old Anna Foley was arrested and charged with possession of a controlled substance first degree – hydrocodone, possession of drug paraphernalia, […]
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Columbia man arrested on drug charges

August 11, 2025 Zac Oakes
A Columbia man was arrested on drug charges by Russell Springs Police late last night. 55-year-old Howard Ryals was arrested and charged with possession of methamphetamine, possession of drug paraphernalia, failure to maintain insurance, operating […]
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Fiscal court to meet on Monday

August 9, 2025 Zac Oakes
The Russell County Fiscal Court will meet on Monday. The court will hold the first reading of an ordinance permitting side-by-sides and other special purpose vehicles to be operated on county roadways. Senate Bill 63 […]
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High school and middle school open houses scheduled for Monday

August 9, 2025 Zac Oakes
Russell County High School and Middle School will hold open house events on Monday. Open House at Russell County High School gets underway at 5 p.m. Monday for incoming freshmen. The high school is asking […]
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Somerset man dead after pickup rear-ends commercial truck

August 9, 2025 Zac Oakes
A Somerset man died after his pickup truck reportedly collided with a commercial truck on Thursday. Pulaski County officials say 24-year-old Zane Rexroth of Somerset was driving a pickup truck when it struck the back […]
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  • Community Conversation 9-1

    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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  • Community Conversation 8-27

    Sean Hammond sits down with Russell County High School NJROTC Chief Dennis Kiser to discuss the program’s upcoming activities, competitions, educational opportunities, and community events. Chief Kiser also shares how NJROTC helps students build discipline, leadership, confidence, and skills for success—whether or not they pursue a military career.

  • Community Conversation 8-24

    Susan Toby, chairperson of the Lake Cumberland Walk to End Alzheimer’s, joins Jeff Hoover to discuss Alzheimer’s awareness, early warning signs, the importance of early diagnosis and treatment, and how the community can support families affected by the disease. Toby also shares details about the upcoming Walk to End Alzheimer’s in Somerset on September 27th and how listeners can participate or support the cause.

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