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Man reportedly shot another; fired shots at law enforcement during ongoing standoff in Adair County

April 20, 2026 Zac Oakes
update: authorities indicate three people are dead at three different locations. The suspect is deceased and Kentucky State Police are searching the house for explosives. The suspect reportedly claimed to have explosives during a call […]
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Voter registration deadline is today

April 20, 2026 Zac Oakes
Today is the final day to register to vote in order to be eligible to cast a ballot in the upcoming primary election. Those who are not already registered but wish to vote in next […]
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Laker Baseball drops matchups against Adair County, Somerset

April 20, 2026 Zac Oakes
The Laker Baseball team dropped matchups to Adair County and Somerset this weekend. On Friday, Russell County fell to Adair County by a score of 2-1. Tyson Stille, Parker Brumley and Raylan McAninch recorded hits […]
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Lady Lakers fall to Rockcastle; host Glasgow this evening

April 20, 2026 Zac Oakes
The Lady Laker Softball team fell to Rockcastle County on Friday by a score of 13-3. Rylen McGowan hit her 5th home run of the season in the game. Addy Abrell recorded a hit and […]
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Russell Springs woman arrested, charged with human trafficking

April 20, 2026 Zac Oakes
A Russell Springs woman was arrested and charged with human trafficking Friday evening. Kentucky State Police arrested 47-year-old Melina Bell and charged her with human trafficking – commercial sexual activity with the victim being under […]
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RCMS Baseball and Softball in action this past weekend

April 20, 2026 Zac Oakes
The Russell County Middle School Baseball and Softball teams were in action this weekend. The Laker Baseball team defeated Clinton County 20-5 on Saturday. Brantley Turner led the Lakers with 2 hits and 5 runs […]
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Jamestown taking orders for veteran banners

April 20, 2026 Zac Oakes
The City of Jamestown is encouraging anyone interested in purchasing a veteran banner to do so as soon as possible. The banners will be placed around the city recognizing local veterans. Mayor Regena Hinton provides […]
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Somerset man killed in Rockcastle County collision

April 20, 2026 Zac Oakes
A Somerset man was killed in a collision in Rockcastle County over the weekend. Kentucky State Police say it happened at around 1 p.m. local time on Saturday on KY 461 known as Lake Cumberland […]
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Russell County Tennis teams defeat Somerset Christian

April 20, 2026 Zac Oakes
The Russell County Tennis teams defeated Somerset Christian on Saturday. The boys won 7-2. Ethan Coe, Sebastian Betts-Jimenez, Owen Buras and Ben Brown won in singles action. In doubles, it was Carson Buras and Ethan […]
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School board to meet this evening

April 20, 2026 Zac Oakes
The Russell County Board of Education will meet at 5:00 this evening. The board is expected to have an introduction for the next Russell County High School principal, Jordan Turner. The board will also hear […]
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  • Community Conversation 9-23

    Jeff Hoover talks with Russell County High School boys golf coach Brandon Selby about the Lakers’ season, senior Gabe Browning’s qualification for the state semifinal, and the team’s young roster. They also discuss plans for a new Laker Golf Academy featuring two golf simulators, a putting area and workout space.

  • Community Conversation 9-21

    Jeff Hoover talks with Ethan Selby of the Lake Cumberland Regional College and Workforce Center about SkillsUSA and the hands-on career programs available to students. They also discuss the upcoming SkillsUSA car show, how students help organize and run the event, and how the proceeds help support SkillsUSA activities throughout the year.

  • Lakers vs Taylor County

    Russell County vs Taylor County from Friday, September 18th.

  • Community Conversation 9-18

    Jeff Hoover talks with Daniel Buster from the City of Russell Springs and Wayne Lynch from the Ol' Boys Toys Car Club about the monthly car shows on Main Street in Russell Springs. They discuss this Saturday’s trophy show, food trucks, live music, the Russell County Elementary School band fundraiser, and how the car club gives back to the community.

  • Community Conversation 9-17

    Jeff Hoover talks with Russell County Public Library Director Cody Gabehart about the grand opening of The Green, including the new pavilion, sensory play space, walking trail and amphitheater. They also discuss upcoming events, the library’s Halloween costume shop, the new library website, and the digitization of local genealogy and oral history records.

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