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Month: October 2025

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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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  • Community Conversation 8-4

    Russell County Judge-Executive Randy Marcum provides an update on county government, including the new fiscal year budget, the upcoming property tax rate process, and more than $1 million in planned road improvement projects. He also discusses the community commodities program, construction progress on the new Russell County Hospital and Extension Office, the opening of Air Methods at the Russell County Airport, and other developments aimed at improving services and supporting future growth across the county.

  • Community Conversation 8-3

    Jeff Hoover is joined by marriage and family therapist Joy Jones to discuss an upcoming community seminar focused on human trafficking awareness. Jones shares her experience working with survivors, explains common warning signs of exploitation, and talks about how parents, educators, churches, and community members can help protect vulnerable individuals through education and awareness.

  • 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.

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