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Russell Springs Christmas Parade award winners

December 1, 2025 Zac Oakes
The City of Russell Springs has announced the award winners from this year’s Christmas parade. Best Dressed Windows on Main Street – First National Bank Best Antique/Classic Car – JD Grider Best Youth Entry – […]
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Christmas on the Square will be final Bicentennial event of the year

December 1, 2025 Zac Oakes
The upcoming Christmas on the Square event will be the final Bicentennial event of the year. The Russell County Bicentennial Committee has been involved with hosting and partnering in pre-existing events through the year to […]
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Eli Fire Dept responds to house fire Saturday night

December 1, 2025 Zac Oakes
The Eli Volunteer Fire Department responded to a house fire just before 10:00 Saturday night. Fire crews were called out to a home on J. Tucker Lane just off Highway 1383 Saturday night. When they […]
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Russell Springs, Eli Fire Departments responds to structure and vehicle fire on Friday

December 1, 2025 Zac Oakes
The Russell Springs Fire Department responded to a structure and vehicle fire Friday afternoon. Firefighters were called out to Cleveland Road off East Highway 80 and found a mobile home, garage, and 13 vehicles on […]
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KY 80 Fishing Creek Bridge reduced to one lane beginning today

December 1, 2025 Zac Oakes
The Highway 80 Fishing Creek Bridge in Pulaski County will be reduced to one lane this week, beginning today. The District 8 Transportation Cabinet Office said the bridge will be reduced to one lane as […]
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Pulaski man arrested on multiple charges

December 1, 2025 Zac Oakes
A Pulaski County man was arrested on multiple charges over the weekend. Russell Springs Police arrested 47-year-old Billy Bailey Friday night. Bailey was charged with possession of methamphetamine, possession of drug paraphernalia, public intoxication, and […]
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UK signee Maddyn Greenway ‘not scared of anything’

December 1, 2025 Zac Oakes
by LARRY VAUGHT Kenny Brooks had been waiting for almost a year to be allowed to talk about Minnesota high school point guard Maddyn Greenway, one of the nation’s elite basketball players. She signed with […]
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Recent Podcasts

  • Community Conversation 8-24

    Susan Toby, chairperson of the Lake Cumberland Walk to End Alzheimer’s, joins Jeff Hoover to discuss Alzheimer’s awareness, early warning signs, the importance of early diagnosis and treatment, and how the community can support families affected by the disease. Toby also shares details about the upcoming Walk to End Alzheimer’s in Somerset on September 27th and how listeners can participate or support the cause.

  • Lakers vs Adair County

    Russell County vs Adair County from Friday, August 21st.

  • Community Conversation 8-19

    Jeff Hoover talks with Russell County High School FFA state champion public speakers Piper Garmon and recent graduate Kendall Melton. The two share their experiences competing at the state level, their winning speeches, and how FFA has helped them build confidence, discover opportunities, and prepare for their futures in agriculture and education.

  • Community Conversation 8-18

    Jeff Hoover talks with Kentucky Lieutenant Governor and Democratic candidate for governor Jacqueline Coleman about her campaign, education, school funding, Kentucky’s budget, working with the legislature, and her vision for the future of the Commonwealth. Coleman also discusses her background as an educator, coach, and mother and what sets her apart in the Democratic primary.

  • Community Conversation 8-17

    Jeff Hoover talks with Russell County Schools Director of Security Jackie Grider about school safety, the role of school resource officers, summer training, and the importance of building trust with students, parents, and the community. Grider also shares his personal commitment to helping students make positive choices and succeed.

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