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Man reportedly airlifted following motorcycle wreck

September 2, 2025 Zac Oakes

A man was reportedly airlifted following a collision involving a motorcycle on Highway 55 yesterday afternoon. The wreck occurred just before 4:30 yesterday afternoon and resulted in a man being airlifted. The person who was […]

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UK coaches excited about upside of Brandon Garrison

September 2, 2025 Zac Oakes

by LARRY VAUGHT Amari Williams went from a player known primarily for his defense when he transferred from Drexel to Kentucky last season to a “point center” who often initiated UK’s offense after injuries helped […]

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Person airlifted after kayak capsizes near dam

September 1, 2025 Zac Oakes

Rescue crews responded Monday morning to a kayaker who capsized near Wolf Creek Dam. Russell County Search and Rescue Commander Chris Money said the team was called out at around 9 a.m. Monday to assist […]

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Laker Football wins at LaRue County

September 1, 2025 Zac Oakes

The Laker Football team went on the road and defeated the LaRue County Hawks Friday night by a score of 35-20. Senior Kinnett Wills came up big for Russell County, catching a pair of touchdown […]

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Lady Laker Soccer plays LaRue to tie

September 1, 2025 Zac Oakes

The Lady Laker Soccer team also took on LaRue County this weekend, with the Lady Lakers and Lady Hawks playing to a 2-2 tie. Addison Coffey scored both goals for Russell County, with Madison Weisbrodt […]

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Russell Springs Police respond to pair of Friday afternoon traffic accidents

September 1, 2025 Zac Oakes

Russell Springs Police responded to a pair of traffic accidents Friday afternoon. Officers responded to a two-vehicle collision at the intersection of Maple Street and Lakeway Drive. Police say a 2005 Ford Escape operated by […]

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RSPD arrests man on drug charges following traffic stop

September 1, 2025 Zac Oakes

A Russell Springs man was arrested following a traffic stop Saturday afternoon. Russell Springs Police say Officer Blake Adamson performed a traffic stop on a vehicle after no information came back on a license plate. […]

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Local law enforcement makes pair of theft arrests

September 1, 2025 Zac Oakes

Local law enforcement officers made a pair of theft arrests late Saturday night and Sunday morning. Jamestown Police arrested 26-year-old Christoper S. Collins of Russell Springs just before midnight Saturday and charged him with theft […]

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Faith has helped Ja’Mori Maclin overcome life obstacles

September 1, 2025 Zac Oakes

by LARRY VAUGHT Kentucky senior receiver Ja’Mori Maclin doesn’t mind facing obstacles on the field because of what he’s faced off the field during his life. “It was rough on me growing up (in Kirkwood, […]

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Recent Podcasts

  • Community Conversation 7-31

    Jeff Hoover talks with Dr. Emiley Button, Director of Nursing at Lindsey Wilson University, about the school's new fully online RN to BSN program. They discuss how the program helps working nurses earn their bachelor's degree, partnerships with area hospitals and Somerset Community College, tuition assistance opportunities, and the growing demand for nurses across Kentucky.

  • Community Conversation 7-30

    Jeff Hoover talks with Gordon Lester of the Russell County Family Resource and Youth Services Center about the annual Back to School Bash at the Russell County Fairgrounds. They discuss free backpacks, school supplies, food, and community support available to Russell County students, along with the year-round work Family Resource Centers do to help local children and families succeed in school.

  • Community Conversation 7-29

    Jeff Hoover talks with Betty McQueary, Director of Laboratory Services at Russell County Hospital, about the hospital's annual Community Health Screening. Betty discusses the strong turnout, what tests are included in the $20 screening, the importance of early detection for conditions such as infections, anemia, and prostate cancer, and how participants can quickly access their results. She also explains the convenience of the screening process and thanks the Russell County School System and hospital staff for helping make the event a success.

  • Community Conversation 7-28

    Former Laker football coach Lucas Ford discusses taking over as director of the Russell County Youth Football League. He shares details on upcoming registration dates, a free youth football camp, and plans to grow the program by teaching fundamentals, building character, and creating a strong foundation for the future of Laker football. Lucas also highlights the importance of community support and getting young athletes involved early in the game.

  • Community Conversation 7-27

    Russell County Public Library Director Cody Gabehart discusses one of the library's biggest summers ever, with record attendance at programs and events, including the popular RCPL Con. He also shares updates on The Green project, featuring a new sensory play space, walking trail, and community pavilion, while highlighting upcoming back-to-school initiatives, tutoring opportunities, and expanded programming designed to serve families and students throughout the year.

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