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Russell County Schools open house events coming up

August 2, 2025 Zac Oakes
Open House events for Russell County Schools are coming up. Open house events at Russell Springs, Jamestown, and Salem Elementary Schools will be this Thursday, August 7th, from 5-7 p.m. Open house events at Russell […]
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Lady Laker Golf has best outing of season so far

August 1, 2025 Zac Oakes
The Lady Laker Golf Team had its best outing of the season so far yesterday, finishing the day with a team score of 350 at the Marion County Lady Knight Invitational. That placed third as […]
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Hoover Family to be inducted into KY Broadcasters Hall of Fame, selected for prestigious Mic Award

August 1, 2025 Zac Oakes
The Hoover family, a broadcasting legacy in south central Kentucky, will be inducted into the Kentucky Broadcasters Association Hall of Fame and honored with the prestigious Mic Award in September for their decades of service […]
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Russell County receives state funds for possible expansion of industrial park

August 1, 2025 Zac Oakes
Russell County is one of several counties that will receive state funds through the latest round of the Kentucky Product Development Initiative.  The Russell County Fiscal Court, on behalf of the Russell County Industrial Development […]
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RCHS AD excited about ongoing work at First National Bank Athletic Complex

August 1, 2025 Zac Oakes
Work continues at the First National Bank Athletic Complex with the construction of a new football field house, along with a visitor locker room and new concession stand. Russell County High School Athletics Director Michael […]
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Branscum recognized as “rural broadband champion”

August 1, 2025 Zac Oakes
State Representative Josh Branscum was recently recognized as a “rural broadband champion.” Branscum was presented the award this week by the Kentucky Rural Broadband Association. The association said Branscum is a great advocate for Kentucky’s […]
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New sheriff sworn in in Adair County

August 1, 2025 Zac Oakes
There’s a new sheriff in neighboring Adair County. According to reports from the Adair County Community Voice, sheriff Jamie Richard announced his retirement yesterday, and Deputy Gary Roy was sworn in as the new interim […]
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Lake Cumberland Raft Up is tomorrow

August 1, 2025 Zac Oakes
The annual Lake Cumberland Raft Up takes place tomorrow. Headquartered at Camp Earl Wallace in Monticello in neighboring Wayne County this year, the raft up is put on by the Lake Cumberland Marina Association, an […]
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Recent Podcasts

  • 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.

  • Lakers vs LaRue County

    Russell County vs LaRue County from Friday, August 28th.

  • 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.

  • Lakers vs Adair County

    Russell County vs Adair County from Friday, August 21st.

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