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Russell County Hospital Encourages Public to Learn BE FAST Stroke Warning Signs

July 12, 2026 WJRS Staff

We conclude our two-part interview with Dr. Richard Perkins, Director of the Emergency Department at Russell County Hospital, following the hospital’s recent recognition with the American Heart Association’s Rural Stroke Silver Award for excellence in […]

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Russell County’s 10U All-Stars are bringing another state championship home

July 12, 2026 WJRS Staff

The Russell County Lakers captured the 2026 Cal Ripken Western Kentucky 10U State Championship with a hard-fought victory over Elizabethtown, capping off an impressive tournament run against one of the toughest fields in the state. […]

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Russell County’s 10U All-Stars are bringing another state championship home.

July 12, 2026 WJRS Staff

The Russell County Lakers captured the 2026 Cal Ripken Western Kentucky 10U State Championship with a hard-fought victory over Elizabethtown, capping off an impressive tournament run against one of the toughest fields in the state. […]

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Patricia Gail Routt McAninch, age 86, of Nicholasville, formerly of Jamestown

July 12, 2026 Sean Hammond

Patricia Gail Routt McAninch, of Nicholasville, formerly of Jamestown, passed away Friday, July 10, 2026. She was 86. Born on December 18,1939 in Sonora, Kentucky, she was a daughter of the late Dr. Ruel T. […]

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Pulaski County Schools Welcomes Kent Mayfield as New Superintendent

July 12, 2026 WJRS Staff

Pulaski County Schools is welcoming a familiar face to its top leadership position. Kent Mayfield is officially beginning his first year as Superintendent of Pulaski County Schools after spending the past 28 years serving the […]

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Russell County Hospital Receives National Award for Improving Stroke Care

July 12, 2026 WJRS Staff

Russell County Hospital’s commitment to providing life-saving stroke care is being recognized at the national level. The hospital has received the American Heart Association’s Rural Stroke Silver Award for following the latest research-based guidelines to […]

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Blair Bailey Drives 4 Runners Home in Russell County 8U All-Stars Victory Over Anderson County

July 11, 2026 WJRS Staff

** Game report submitted by Brittany Simpson ** Blair Bailey drove in four runs on five hits to lead Russell County 8U All-Stars past Anderson County All- Stars on Saturday. Blair doubled in the fifth […]

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Russell County 11U All-Stars Headed to State Championship Game Sunday

July 11, 2026 WJRS Staff

The 11U Lakers are 3-0 and headed to the Cal Ripken State Championship! So far this tournament, Russell County 11U All-Stars have put up 37 runs while allowing just 13. They’ve played with grit, heart, […]

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Russell County 11U All-Stars Headed to State Championship Game Sunday

July 11, 2026 WJRS Staff

The 11U Lakers are 3-0 and headed to the Cal Ripken State Championship! So far this tournament, these boys have put up 37 runs while allowing just 13. They’ve played with grit, heart, and confidence […]

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Blair Bailey Drives 4 Runners Home in Russell County 8U All-Stars Victory Over Anderson County

July 11, 2026 WJRS Staff

** Game report submitted by Brittany Simpson ** Blair Bailey drove in four runs on five hits to lead Russell County 8U All-Stars past Anderson County All- Stars on Saturday. Blair doubled in the fifth […]

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Recent Podcasts

  • 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.

  • 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.

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