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Laker Football on the road at Wayne County tonight

October 17, 2025 Zac Oakes

The Laker Football goes on the road tonight for a district matchup with the Wayne County Cardinals. Kickoff for tonight’s matchup between the Lakers and Cardinals is scheduled for 6:30 CT. The Lakers enter at […]

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Jamestown council approves ordinance allowing special purpose vehicles on city streets; planning for upcoming events

October 17, 2025 Zac Oakes

The Jamestown City Council approved an ordinance last night that will permit special-purpose vehicles, like side-by-sides and some other ATVs, to be operated on city streets. The vehicles must meet state requirements for equipment, be […]

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Lady Laker Volleyball falls to Wayne County in last game of regular season

October 17, 2025 Zac Oakes

The Lady Laker Volleyball team dropped a close one to Wayne County in the regular season finale last night 3 sets to 2. The Lady Lakers wrap up the regular season with a record of […]

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Area judge-executives sign support letter for Pre-K for All initiative

October 17, 2025 Zac Oakes

Judge-Executives from Russell and several other nearby counties recently signed on to a letter supporting the Pre-K for All initiative. The letter urges the Kentucky General Assembly to make expanding access to pre-K for all […]

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Sheriff’s Office responded to more than 500 calls last month

October 17, 2025 Zac Oakes

The Russell County Sheriff’s Office responded to more than 500 calls for service last month, according to the department’s activity report. The Russell County Sheriff’s Office made 48 arrests in the month of September, performed […]

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Lady Laker Soccer to compete at event in Alabama this weekend

October 17, 2025 Zac Oakes

The Lady Laker Soccer team is competing in one more event this season. The Lady Lakers are headed to Alabama to take part in the Blue Angel Classic in Foley, Alabama. We’ll provide updates from […]

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Bicentennial Festival coming up this weekend

October 17, 2025 Zac Oakes

The Russell County Bicentennial Festival is scheduled to take place tomorrow at the Russell County Fairgrounds. Several events are scheduled for the day. There will be games, food, vendors, and multiple performances throughout the day. […]

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UK Volleyball’s quality depth has been key this season

October 17, 2025 Zac Oakes

by LARRY VAUGHT Kentucky volleyball doesn’t just have depth. Instead, it has quality depth. “We have 14 players who can actually go in and make an impact. That’s not true for a lot of teams,” […]

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Obituaries

Jeff Womack, age 77, of Russell Springs

October 16, 2025 Sean Hammond

Jeff Womack, of Russell Springs, passed away on Thursday, October 16, 2025, at his home. He was 77 years of age. Born on October 24, 1947, in Somerset, Jeff was the only child born to […]

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Public meeting for 127 reconstruction project scheduled for later this month

October 16, 2025 Zac Oakes

A public meeting regarding proposed intersection safety improvements along Highway 127 in Russell County is scheduled to take place later this month. The meeting will take place on Tuesday, October 28 from 5-7 p.m. at […]

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Recent Podcasts

  • Community Conversation 8-6

    Russell Springs City Park Director Daniel Buster joins Jeff Hoover to discuss the latest improvements at the park, including construction on the new golf course and turf ballfield projects. He also shares details about the city's free Back to School Bash, featuring inflatables, games, free food, swimming, and family fun before students head back to class.

  • Community Conversation 8-5

    Jeff Hoover is joined by Democratic gubernatorial candidate Rocky Adkins to discuss his campaign for Kentucky governor. Adkins reflects on his decades of public service, outlines his vision for the state's future, and shares his priorities for economic development, education, healthcare, and working across party lines. He also talks about how his and his wife's experiences as cancer survivors have shaped his perspective on leadership and public service.

  • 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.

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