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Russell County Fair Off-Road Challenge Results

June 2, 2026 Zac Oakes

Here are the results from the Off-Road Challenge at the Russell County Jaycees Fair on Monday, as provided by the Russell County Jaycees. Kids Class Braxton Russell – Columbia John Gaskin – Columbia Mason Curry […]

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Authorities in Clinton County continue search for alleged Tennessee murder suspect

June 2, 2026 Zac Oakes

Authorities in Clinton County are continuing the search for an alleged murder suspect from Pickett County, Tennessee. Clinton County Sheriff Ricky Marcum released a statement this morning, stating Jesse Phillips – who is accused of […]

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Russell Springs man arrested and charged with vehicular homicide, driving under the influence following fatal parkway wreck

June 2, 2026 Zac Oakes

A Russell Springs man was killed and another arrested as the result of a two-vehicle collision on the Cumberland Parkway Monday afternoon, according to Kentucky State Police. State Police say it happened at around 2:30 […]

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Maynard murder trial gets underway

June 2, 2026 Zac Oakes

Jury selection and opening statements took place yesterday in the murder trial of Lee Maynard, who is accused of fatally shooting his half-brother, Charles Maynard, at a residence on Fox Lane near Jamestown in April […]

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Hoover files for seat on Jamestown Council; filing deadline is today

June 2, 2026 Zac Oakes

Today is the final day for candidates to file their paperwork to run for non-partisan offices in the general election, such as mayor, city council, school board, and soil and water conservation district supervisor. Candidates […]

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Russell County unemployment below 4 percent in April

June 2, 2026 Zac Oakes

Russell County’s unemployment rate was below 4 percent in the month of April, according to the latest data from KY Stats. Russell County’s unemployment rate was 3.9 percent, the third-lowest in the Lake Cumberland area. […]

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Environment compliance officials will soon be in Russell Springs

June 2, 2026 Zac Oakes

Environment compliance officials are expected to soon be in Russell Springs performing work behind Jax’s convenience store and gas station. Russell Springs Mayor Eddie Thomas said officials will be performing work in the area as […]

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Tuesday events at the fair

June 2, 2026 Zac Oakes

The Russell County Jaycees Fair continues today. Floral Hall check-in gets underway this morning with a couple events planned for this evening. The Fresh Off the Farm Truck and Tractor Pull gets underway at 6:30 […]

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Will Stein has made former UK players like JoJo Kemp feel welcomed at Kentucky since taking over as head coach in December.

June 2, 2026 Zac Oakes

by LARRY VAUGHT Running back JoJo Kemp came to Kentucky from Florida and played for coach Mark Stops from 2013-16. He finished his Kentucky career with 338 carries for 1,709 yards and 19 touchdowns. In […]

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Delila Christine Russell, age 41, of Russell Springs

June 1, 2026 Zac Oakes

Delila Christine Russell, 41, of Russell Springs, passed away Sunday, May 31st, at Ephraim McDowell Regional Medical Center, Danville, KY. Delila was born in Somerset, KY on August 17, 1984, a daughter of Rita (Ashbrook) […]

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Recent Podcasts

  • Community Conversation 8-12

    Superintendent Michael Ford joins Jeff Hoover to discuss the start of the new school year, the latest progress on the new middle school, the completed Laker Band practice area, school facility priorities, teacher recruitment, and the need for substitute teachers across the district.

  • 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.

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