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04/30/2026

Lady Laker Softball hosting Cumberland County in a district matchup tonight!

Graphic by Case Sneed

04/30/2026

Groundbreaking ceremony for the new Sh**un Restaurant in Russell Springs.

04/30/2026

Groundbreaking for the new Sh**un restaurant in Russell Springs. More photos coming later!

04/30/2026

04/28/2026

Severe Thunderstorm Watch in effect for the area until 1:00 a.m.

04/28/2026

Strong to severe storms will be possible this evening and overnight, with a relatively higher risk across south-central KY (Slight Risk - Level 2/5). Large hail and damaging winds are the main threats, but there is a low chance for a brief tornado.

04/28/2026

If you have additional damage to report, please fill out the Severe Weather Reporting Form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf4X-nJMKP3B6hDY-l2SZRC-1Hgse8ptQF3xHy2hTmuxObPpQ/viewform, email [email protected] or give us a call at 502-969-8842. We appreciate your storm reports!

04/28/2026

Reports of a car accident in the 1200 block of Highway 92. Please avoid the area if possible as first responders work the scene.

04/28/2026

Today we want to take a moment to appreciate our amazing bus drivers 🚌💙

Rain or shine, early mornings and long afternoons—you show up every day with patience, care, and dedication to safely transport our students. You are often the first smile they see in the morning and the last goodbye in the afternoon, and that impact matters more than words can express.

Thank you for keeping our kids safe, for your kindness, and for being such an important part of our community. We appreciate you more than you know!

04/28/2026

Severe Weather Coverage

04/28/2026

Russell, Adair, Casey, Clinton and Cumberland counties added to the severe thunderstorm watch that is in effect until 3 a.m. CT. on Tuesday, 4-28-26.

04/27/2026

RCHS Baseball and Softball in action today!

Graphics by Case Sneed