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Dunnville man arrested locally

May 23, 2023 Derek Aaron

A Dunnville man was arrested Monday evening on several charges, including first degree wanton endangerment, according to jail records. Jose Casimiro, age 32, was arrested by Deputy Gwinn Wooldridge with the Russell County Sheriff’s Office […]

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Hospital board to meet this afternoon

May 23, 2023 Derek Aaron

The Russell County Hospital Board of Directors meets today at 4 p.m. in the hospital’s conference room for their regular monthly meeting. We’ll have details from today’s meeting later this week on local news.

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Tourist commission meeting now set for Wednesday

May 23, 2023 Derek Aaron

The Lake Cumberland Tourist Commission has had to move its date and time for their special called board meeting this week. The commission’s board of directors will now meet tomorrow, Wednesday, May 24th at 12:30 […]

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Local animal welfare league recipient of Lake Area Foundation grant

May 22, 2023 Derek Aaron

The Russell County Animal Welfare League was presented a Lake Area Foundation a Community Development Grant for $5,000 during the league’s special open house event on Sunday in Russell Springs. Lake Area Foundation Board Member […]

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Spring squirrel season begins today

May 20, 2023 Derek Aaron

A favorite past time for Kentucky outdoorsmen and women, spring squirrel season, begins today and runs through June 16th, according to state wildlife officials. The daily limit is six while the possession limit is 12 […]

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Local students named to Dean’s List at Lindsey Wilson College

May 19, 2023 Derek Aaron

Several Russell County students were named to the Dean’s List at Lindsey Wilson College for the Spring 2023 semester. Students named to the Dean’s List were: Chloe Bradley Ashley Miller Juliah Bault Auburn Butler Gage […]

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KSP charge Wayne Co. man with child sexual exploitation offenses

May 19, 2023 Derek Aaron

A Wayne County man has been arrested by the Kentucky State Police Electronic Crime Branch on charges related to a child sexual abuse material investigation, according to Z93 in Monticello. Nathan Otis Grandon, 57, was […]

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Youth could win $529 college savings account by reading this summer

May 19, 2023 Derek Aaron

Four Kentucky children have the opportunity to win $529 each to put toward a college savings account this year by participating in a summer reading program at a local public library, including the Russell County […]

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Kentucky unemployment rate 3.7% in April

May 19, 2023 Derek Aaron

Kentucky’s seasonally adjusted preliminary April 2023 unemployment rate was 3.7 percent, according to the Kentucky Center for Statistics. The April jobless rate was down 0.1 percentage points from March and was down 0.1 percentage points […]

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Fish and wildlife officials to survey select hunters

May 19, 2023 Derek Aaron

Following a successful spring turkey season that ended earlier this month and saw hunters harvest more than 35,000 birds statewide, state fish and wildlife officials say hunters should now be on the lookout for the […]

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  • Community Conversation 7-24

    In this episode of Community Conversation, Jeff Hoover welcomes Russell County Family and Consumer Sciences Agent Megan Gullett to discuss the many programs and services offered through the Russell County Extension Office. Megan shares updates on a busy summer that included 4-H Camp, county fair activities, and canning classes, while highlighting upcoming opportunities for the community.The conversation covers Extension Homemakers clubs, volunteer efforts, the local book club, food preservation classes, pressure canner testing, and upcoming cooking demonstrations featuring healthy recipes and easy family meals. Megan also explains how residents can get involved in Extension programs and stay connected through the Russell County Extension Office.

  • Community Conversation 7-22

    Jeff Hoover welcomes members of the Adair County 16U All-Star Girls Softball Team and assistant coach Grace Loy. The team recently captured the Kentucky Senior League Softball State Championship and was competing in the Super Regional Tournament in Lawrenceburg.Coach Loy and players from both Russell County and Adair County discuss their championship run, the chemistry between the combined team, their journey through the tournament, and their hopes of advancing to the national championship. Hear from the young athletes about their love for the game, teamwork, and representing their communities on the softball field. 

  • Community Conversation 7-21

    In this episode of Community Conversation, Jeff Hoover talks with Dr. Samantha Gaddie, founding director of Campbellsville University's new agriculture program. Dr. Gaddie discusses the launch of the university's new agriculture degree, the hands-on learning opportunities available to students, the importance of supporting Kentucky's agricultural industry, and her vision for preparing the next generation of agricultural leaders. Learn how this new program will partner with local farmers and provide students with practical experience while staying close to home in South Central Kentucky.

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  • Community Conversation 7-14

    Lake Cumberland Tourism Director Danielle Wilson joins Community Conversation to discuss the tremendous success of the recent High School Fishing World Finals, the economic impact on local businesses, and the possibility of bringing the event back in the future. Wilson also highlights upcoming events including the 127 Yard Sale, the Lake Cumberland Bluegrass Festival, Food Truck Friday, and the growing summer tourism season across Russell County and Lake Cumberland.

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