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20 indicted by grand jury

April 30, 2026 Zac Oakes

20 people were indicted by a Russell County grand jury this week. Those indicted include the following individuals: Joshua Bunch, age 36, of Russell Springs, charged with two counts each of criminal solicitation of rape […]

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LWU to hold three commencement ceremonies Friday and Saturday

April 30, 2026 Zac Oakes

By Venus Popplewell Lindsey Wilson University will award a total of 499 undergraduate, graduate and doctoral degrees at its 123rd commencement, which will be held in three ceremonies May 1-2, 2026, in Biggers Sports Center, […]

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Library community room named in recognition of former director

April 30, 2026 Zac Oakes

Former Russell County Public Library Director Lindsey Westerfield was recently recognized and honored with a special ceremony, dedicating the library’s community room in her honor. The community room at the library is now known as […]

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Obituaries

William “Bill” Luttrell, age 84, of Russell County

April 30, 2026 Sean Hammond

William “Bill” Luttrell, of Russell County, passed away on Wednesday, April 29, 2026, at Jean Waddle Care Center, in Somerset. He was 84 years of age. Born on September 30, 1941, in Casey County, he […]

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Laker Baseball falls to Madison Southern

April 30, 2026 Zac Oakes

The Laker Baseball team fell to Madison Southern last night by a score of 11-1. Tanner Stringer led the Laker offense with a pair of hits on the night. Jace Scaggs drove in the lone […]

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Lady Laker Softball hosts Cumberland County this evening

April 30, 2026 Zac Oakes

The Lady Laker Softball team will host Cumberland County this evening for a district matchup. First pitch at the Kay Morris Softball Complex is scheduled for 5:30 this evening.

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Adair County man pleads guilty in 2024 murder case

April 30, 2026 Zac Oakes

An Adair County man has entered a guilty plea in the case of a 2024 murder in the Montpelier community. 59-year-old Joseph E. South entered a guilty plea this week on charges including murder in […]

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RCMS Softball loses close one to Adair County

April 30, 2026 Zac Oakes

The middle school softball team lost a close one to Adair County last night by a score of 8-7. Lillian Davis led the Lady Lakers with 3 hits and 1 run batted in. Molly Clark […]

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Groundbreaking for Shogun restaurant today

April 30, 2026 Zac Oakes

A groundbreaking for the Shogun restaurant in Russell Springs takes place today. The groundbreaking will take place at the site on SK Lane behind Five Star next to where the Shogun food trailer currently sits. […]

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Thompson provides update on RCH expansion project

April 30, 2026 Zac Oakes

Work is continuing on the Russell County Hospital expansion project. Hospital CEO Scott Thompson shared updates on the expansion project with WJRS News. Plans for the expansion/renovation include nearly doubling the size of the current […]

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Recent Podcasts

  • Community Conversation 8-10

    Jeff Hoover talks with Kristina Burton of the Russell County Public Library about the upcoming grand opening of The Green, including the new Bank of Jamestown Pavilion, community events, and opportunities for families. They also discuss the library’s returning homework help program, teen advisory board, book clubs, and other ways the library is serving the Russell County community.

  • 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.

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