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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 9-25

    Jeff Hoover talks with Cloyd Bumgardner, Deputy Pulaski County Judge-Executive and longtime educator, about the upcoming Technology Showcase at the Center for Rural Development in Somerset. They discuss the free regional event, which will feature robotics, drones, artificial intelligence, virtual reality, 3D printing, skilled trades, electric vehicles and more, along with opportunities for students and the public to explore careers in technology.

  • Community Conversation 9-23

    Jeff Hoover talks with Russell County High School boys golf coach Brandon Selby about the Lakers’ season, senior Gabe Browning’s qualification for the state semifinal, and the team’s young roster. They also discuss plans for a new Laker Golf Academy featuring two golf simulators, a putting area and workout space.

  • Community Conversation 9-21

    Jeff Hoover talks with Ethan Selby of the Lake Cumberland Regional College and Workforce Center about SkillsUSA and the hands-on career programs available to students. They also discuss the upcoming SkillsUSA car show, how students help organize and run the event, and how the proceeds help support SkillsUSA activities throughout the year.

  • Lakers vs Taylor County

    Russell County vs Taylor County from Friday, September 18th.

  • Community Conversation 9-18

    Jeff Hoover talks with Daniel Buster from the City of Russell Springs and Wayne Lynch from the Ol' Boys Toys Car Club about the monthly car shows on Main Street in Russell Springs. They discuss this Saturday’s trophy show, food trucks, live music, the Russell County Elementary School band fundraiser, and how the car club gives back to the community.

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