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School board to hold end-of-year meeting tomorrow

June 29, 2026 Zac Oakes
The Russell County Board of Education will hold its annual end-of-fiscal year meeting tomorrow. The meeting will take place at noon with multiple items on the agenda. These include the annual evaluation by the board […]
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J Batt has personality, drive to be perfect UK fit

June 29, 2026 Zac Oakes
By LARRY VAUGHT Kentucky native Homer Rice was an All-American football player at Centre Centre in 1948 and from 1951-61 he compiled a 101-9-7 record coaching high school football in Kentucky and Tennessee. He was […]
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Audrey Hart Tucker, age 94, of Russell Springs

June 27, 2026 Sean Hammond
Audrey Hart Tucker, age 94, of Russell Springs, died Friday, June 26, 2026. She was born in Russell Springs, KY on March 17, 1932, to the late Bessie Gadberry and Marvin Hart. In addition to […]
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Lakefest gets underway next week

June 27, 2026 Zac Oakes
Lakefest gets underway in Jamestown next weekend. Activities begin Friday evening on the square with pageants and Triple Crown Wrestling. Saturday includes several annual popular events, beginning in the morning with Breakfast in the Park, […]
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National Weather Service advising of potentially dangerous heat next week

June 26, 2026 Zac Oakes
The National Weather Service in Louisville is advising area residents of potentially dangerous heat next week. The weather service says daily high temperatures in the 90s with oppressive humidity can be expected beginning Monday through […]
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Important dates to know for the upcoming general election

June 26, 2026 Zac Oakes
Here are important upcoming dates to know for this fall’s general election, courtesy of the Russell County Clerk’s Office. ​September 19, 2026 – Mail-in Absentee Ballot Request Portal​ Opens October 5, 2026 – Last Day to Register to Vote for […]
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Russell County among Kentucky leaders in unemployment decline

June 26, 2026 Zac Oakes
Russell County tied for the largest year-over-year decline in unemployment in Kentucky, according to the Kentucky Center for Statistics. Russell County’s unemployment rate fell from 5.9 percent in May 2025 to 4.5 percent in May […]
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Local Agencies Receive WHAS Crusade Funding

June 26, 2026 Sean Hammond
More than six point two million dollars raised during the 73rd WHAS Crusade for Children telethon is now going back into communities across the region. Officials say 100 percent of the $6,235,132.67 raised has been […]
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Work continues on RCH expansion project

June 26, 2026 Zac Oakes
Work is continuing on the Russell County Hospital expansion project. Hospital CEO Scott Thompson said the footers were recently poured, which opens the door for some more notable changes happening within the next several weeks. […]
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Russell Springs man indicted on theft and forgery charges in Taylor County

June 26, 2026 Zac Oakes
A Russell Springs man was indicted by a Taylor County grand jury on charges including felony theft and forgery. A Taylor County grand jury indicted Aaron Pickard of Russell Springs on charges of forgery – […]
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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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