New law targets truancy in schools
A new Kentucky law is targeting truancy in schools as chronic absenteeism rises among students. House Bill 611 is now in effect, and that law requires the school district to report to the county attorney’s […]
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School board takes steps toward prohibiting medical cannabis in schools
The Russell County Board of Education took a step toward prohibiting medical cannabis use within the schools at this week’s board meeting. The district’s Director of Pupil Personnel, Cindy Damron, spoke to the board and […]
Western Hills Standout Javeon Campbell Has All Big Schools Interested in Him | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS
By LARRY VAUGHT It didn’t take Simon Vanderpool long after he got to Western Hills High School to know he needed to get Javelin Campbell on his football team. The former defensive coordinator at Great Crossing High School was named Western Hills’ head coach... Read More.
Lindsey Wilson to hold three commencement ceremonies for school’s largest graduating class
Lindsey Wilson College will cap off its largest class in the school’s history with three commencement ceremonies this weekend. Lindsey Wilson’s graduating class this year includes 588 total degrees being conferred. Combined with the 642 […]
Bill addressing truancy in schools moving forward
As the Kentucky Legislature moves closer to wrapping up the 2024 session, some bills are still making their way through Frankfort. House Bill 611 addresses truancy in schools. The bill, if passed, would refer cases […]
Bill that could allow state education funds to go to private or charter schools passes in KY House
A bill that could allow state education funds to go to private or charter schools passed through the Kentucky House of Representatives yesterday. House Bill 2 would open up the possibility of the state allowing […]
Bill would add Civics class to Kentucky high schools
A bill making its way through the Kentucky legislature would bring civics education to Kentucky high schools. Keith West has more on what the bill would mean for Russell County students and students across the […]
Florida woman arrested after reportedly stealing more than $100K from McCreary County Schools
A Florida woman was arrested after she reportedly posed as a supply company, stealing more than $100,000 from the McCreary County school district. According to Kentucky State Police, the investigation began last August when state […]
Russell County Schools selected for Workforce Readiness mini grant
Russell County Schools was selected for a workforce readiness mini grant. The Kentucky Advising Academy recently awarded mini grants reimbursable up to $5,000 to 17 Kentucky schools, with Russell County High School being selected. According […]
Ackerman named new Clinton County Schools Superintendent
Russell County Middle School Principal Wayne Ackerman has accepted a new position. Ackerman will take over as the Superintendent of Clinton County Schools. Ackerman has previously served as principal at two schools in Russell County, […]