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More than a dozen vehicles reportedly involved in wreck in Pulaski County Wednesday morning

January 8, 2026 Zac Oakes
Heavy fog yesterday morning is believed to be a major factor in a Pulaski County crash that involved 16 or 17 vehicles. Officials say the crash happened at about 8:00 eastern time yesterday morning on […]
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Commodity distribution is today

January 8, 2026 Zac Oakes
Today is the monthly commodity distribution, according to the Russell County Judge-Executive’s office Judge-Executive Randy Marcum and the Russell County Fiscal Court in conjunction with the Feeding America, Kentucky’s Heartland program, will be giving out […]
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Craig Skinner likes having players who are “internally” driven

January 8, 2026 Zac Oakes
by LARRY VAUGHT Craig Skinner had turned down other head coaching opportunities when he finally decided to leave Nebraska where he was an assistant coach to become the head coach at Kentucky. Now he’s led […]
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Obituaries

Vivian Lawless, age 69, of Shelbyville, Indiana

January 7, 2026 Sean Hammond
Vivian Lawless, age 69, of Shelbyville, Indiana, passed away peacefully on January 5, 2026. Vivian was born on September 19, 1956, in Cincinnati, Ohio, but spent her childhood and early years in Russell Springs. Vivian […]
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Russell Springs woman arrested this morning following traffic stop

January 7, 2026 Zac Oakes
A Russell Springs woman was arrested early this morning following a traffic stop on Highway 127. Russell Springs Police say 42-year-old Brooke Montgomery was arrested and charged with possession of methamphetamine and operating on a […]
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Lady Lakers pick up win over Casey County

January 7, 2026 Zac Oakes
The Russell County Lady Laker Basketball team picked up another win last night, defeating the Casey County Lady Rebels by a score of 60-38. The Lady Lakers were led by Aniyah Coffey, who finished the […]
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Nearly 600 units of blood donated in Russell County last year

January 7, 2026 Zac Oakes
Nearly 600 units of blood were donated through mobile blood drives in Russell County last year. According to the Kentucky Blood Center, 593 units of blood were donated and according to officials with the blood […]
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County working on possible lease for Rockhouse property

January 7, 2026 Zac Oakes
The county is working with the owners of the Rockhouse property in Creelsboro to obtain a lease for the historic Russell County property. The Rockhouse property has been in the Goff family for generations. Russell […]
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Bailey joins District 1 Constable race

January 7, 2026 Zac Oakes
Another candidate has joined the race for Constable in District 1. Travis Lee Bailey filed this week as a candidate for Constable. He joins fellow Republicans Keith Scholl and Brian Kemp as candidates for Constable […]
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Jail scam reportedly circulating

January 7, 2026 Zac Oakes
A new scam is circulating, targeting family members of those incarcerated. The Adair County Jail is warning those in the area about a new scam. Someone is calling family members of inmates at the jail […]
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Recent Podcasts

  • Community Conversation 9-14

    Jeff Hoover talks with students and leaders from the Russell County High School Next Gen Civics Club about the program’s growth, hands-on experience with local government, and the impact it is having on students. They also discuss the students’ involvement in the upcoming Greasy Creek Roadside Park groundbreaking and ribbon-cutting ceremony.

  • Lakers vs Belfry

    Russell County vs Belfry from Friday, September 11th.

  • Community Conversation 9-11

    Sean Hammond talks with Russell County Band Director Curtis Ervin about the marching band season, the annual pork chop fundraiser, and the community support that keeps the program going strong. Sean also speaks with Jeric DeVore about Sparc Recovery and Kentucky Recovery Vocational, its workforce training efforts, helping people overcome barriers to employment, and the upcoming Light of Hope event in Jamestown.

  • Community Conversation 9-10

    Sean Hammond talks with Mike Berry of the Caretakers Riding Club about their upcoming Toys for Tots benefit ride, the club’s commitment to helping local families, and the many ways they give back to Russell and Adair counties.

  • Community Conversation 9-9

    Sean Hammond talks with members of the 606 Jeep Association and Russell Springs about the upcoming Jeeps & Jokers Poker Run. They discuss the five-stop poker run, Jeep Show & Shine, kids’ Power Wheels obstacle course, food trucks, vendors, prizes, and how the event supports Russell County Jaycees Toys for Tots. Whether you own a Jeep or just want to enjoy a fun day with the community, everyone is invited!

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