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Lakers lose heartbreaker on Senior Night to Monroe County

October 31, 2025 Zac Oakes
The Laker Football team lost a heartbreaker last night, falling 42-41 to the visiting Monroe County Falcons on Senior Night. The Lakers led most of the game, but Monroe County scored a touchdown and converted […]
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Russell County Schools Anchor of Hope Food Pantry aims to help students and families with future uncertainty around SNAP

October 31, 2025 Zac Oakes
With looming uncertainty about SNAP benefits due to the ongoing government shutdown, Russell County Schools’ Anchor of Hope Food Pantry aims to help Russell County students and their families. The pantry is a product of […]
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Trunk or Treat events tonight; county trick or treating set for 5-8

October 31, 2025 Zac Oakes
Russell Springs and Jamestown will host their annual trunk or treat events tonight. Russell Springs will host its trunk or treat event on Main Street tonight from 5-7 p.m. Jamestown will host its trunk or […]
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New state regulations restrict drone use for hunting and fishing

October 31, 2025 Zac Oakes
New rules are now in effect in Kentucky banning the use of aircraft and drones for hunting or fishing, following approval by the state’s Interim Joint Committee on Natural Resources and Energy earlier this month. […]
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RCH looking to expand specialty clinics

October 31, 2025 Zac Oakes
Russell County Hospital is looking to expand its specialty clinics, bringing more healthcare options close to home for Russell County residents. Hospital CEO Scott Thompson said the new neurology clinic has had a very successful […]
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Jamestown Fire Department called to fire at Stephens Pipe and Steel building

October 31, 2025 Zac Oakes
The Jamestown Fire Department was called out early this morning to a fire at the Stephens Pipe and Steel location that formerly housed Fruit of the Loom. Fire crews were called out at around 12:40 […]
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Dawn Staley thinks Kenny Brooks has bright future at Kentucky

October 31, 2025 Zac Oakes
by LARRY VAUGHT South Carolina coach Dawn Staley has been to seven Final Fours since 2015 and won three national championships. Kentucky coach Kenny Brooks left Virginia Tech to coach in the SEC last year […]
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Larry E. Withers, age 67, of Russell Springs

October 30, 2025 Sean Hammond
Larry E. Withers, of Russell Springs, passed away at his home on Wednesday October 29, 2025. He was 67 years of age. Born March 16, 1958, in Russell County, he was a son of the […]
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Lake Cumberland State Resort Park to receive $7.4M in upgrades

October 30, 2025 Zac Oakes
Lake Cumberland State Resort Park will soon be receiving some major upgrades. The Kentucky Tourism, Arts and Heritage Cabinet announced the state park will receive $7.4 million in upgrades to enhance the visitor experience and […]
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Laker Football hosts Monroe County for Senior Night tonight

October 30, 2025 Zac Oakes
The Laker Football team will host Monroe County for Senior Night tonight at Finley Field. Kickoff for tonight’s game is at 7 p.m. The senior recognition will take place prior to kickoff. The Lakers enter […]
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Recent Podcasts

  • 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.

  • Community Conversation 9-17

    Jeff Hoover talks with Russell County Public Library Director Cody Gabehart about the grand opening of The Green, including the new pavilion, sensory play space, walking trail and amphitheater. They also discuss upcoming events, the library’s Halloween costume shop, the new library website, and the digitization of local genealogy and oral history records.

  • Community Conversation 9-16

    Jeff Hoover talks with Russell County Jaycee Leonard Coppage about the ninth annual Convoy for Kids, coming up October 17th at the Russell County Fairgrounds. They discuss the new truck show, classic cars and tractors, the convoy route, and how the event raises money for Toys for Tots.

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