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Obituaries

Pauline B. Davenport, 69, of Columbia (formerly of Russell Springs)

July 1, 2026 Zac Oakes
 Pauline B. Davenport, 69, of Columbia, KY, formerly of Russell Springs, passed away Saturday, June 27th, in Columbia, KY. A Graveside Service will be held Friday July 3, 2026, at 11:00 AM CT at the […]
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School board gives Superintendent Ford exemplary marks across the board

July 1, 2026 Zac Oakes
The Russell County Board of Education met yesterday with one of the main topics being Superintendent Michael Ford’s annual evaluation. The board went into executive session for about 15 minutes and after returning to open […]
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Extreme Heat Warning continues today, extended into late Friday evening

July 1, 2026 Zac Oakes
The Lake Cumberland Area remains under an Extreme Heat Warning from the National Weather Service today, and the weather service has extended that warning to go through the late evening Friday. The weather service says […]
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Mayor credits department heads for coming in under budget this year

July 1, 2026 Zac Oakes
The fiscal year for the City of Russell Springs concluded yesterday, and last night, the city council approved the city’s amended budget for the 25-26 fiscal year. Russell Springs Mayor Eddie Thomas said the city’s […]
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Russell County 9U Baseball team preparing for state tournament in Louisville

July 1, 2026 Zac Oakes
The Russell County 9U baseball team achieved a major accomplishment this past weekend, playing up an age division and capturing the Cal Ripken West Kentucky 10U championship. Adam Ellis is the coach of the 9U […]
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New UK Tight Ends coach Justin Burke has fond memories of Air Raid era at Kentucky

July 1, 2026 Zac Oakes
by LARRY VAUGHT Justin Burke was the perfect age to fully embrace the Air Raid era when Kentucky coach Hal Mumme had quarterbacks Tim Couch and Dusty Bonner helping the Wildcats have one of the […]
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James “Jim” Lester Herriford, 85, of Lexington

June 30, 2026 Zac Oakes
James “Jim” Lester Herriford, 85, of Lexington, KY passed away Wednesday, June 24th, at Pine Meadows Post Acute facility, Lexington, KY. James “Jim” was born in Swan Pond Bottom, KY on February 2, 1941, a […]
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Boil Water Advisory in effect for section of Old Columbia Road, multiple side streets

June 30, 2026 Zac Oakes
A boil water advisory is in effect for a section of Highway 1870 – known as Old Columbia Road – and multiple side streets. The advisory begins at Tonkin Drive and goes to the Adair […]
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MacDougall graduates from Public Safety Dispatch Academy

June 30, 2026 Zac Oakes
A Russell County emergency dispatcher is one of 17 graduates from Class 172 at the Department of Criminal Justice Training’s (DOCJT) Public Safety Dispatch Academy. Madison Mae MacDougall from Russell County E-911 was among the […]
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Dangerous Heat Grips Lake Cumberland Region

June 30, 2026 Sean Hammond
The National Weather Service has issued an Extreme Heat Warning for the Lake Cumberland region through 8 p.m. Thursday. Forecasters say dangerously hot conditions will produce peak heat index values between 100 and 115 degrees, […]
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  • 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.

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    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!

  • Community Conversation 9-8

    Tourism Director Danielle Wilson joins Sean Hammond on Community Conversation to discuss tourism in Russell County, the upcoming Lake Cumberland Poker Run, the Chamber Golf Scramble, the success of Food Truck Fridays, and the continued growth of local tourism. Tune in for a look at the events, people, and opportunities keeping Russell County busy beyond the summer season.

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