Community Blood Drive is today; KY Blood Center urging donations due to shortages

Thursday, December 18 by Zac Oakes

The Russell County Community Blood Drive takes place today from 11:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. at the South Kentucky RECC Community Room. The Kentucky Blood Center recently announced that it is in critical need of […]

Corps urging caution due to lake debris as water level rises

Thursday, February 23 by Derek Aaron

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is urging caution and reminding folks about water level fluctuation on Lake Cumberland following the most rain events. Corps officials say recent weather patterns have led to a substantial […]

State officials urging drivers to register emergency contact info

Friday, January 13 by Derek Aaron

The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet is reminding drivers to registering emergency contact information with the state. Registering allows law enforcement to reach loved ones in the event you are involved in a traffic crash or other […]

KY Blood Center urging donations amid significant shortage

Tuesday, October 18 by Zac Oakes

The Kentucky Blood Center says blood donations are urgently needed in Kentucky. KBC, which provides blood to 70+ hospitals across Kentucky, said they are seeing demand outpace donations with hospitals transfusing 18% more blood in […]

Hospital urging people to avoid ER for COVID tests

Thursday, September 9 by Zac Oakes

Russell County Hospital is urging people to avoid going to the ER just to get a COVID test. The hospital passed along this note to WJRS: Russell County Hospital urges anyone who believes they have […]

LCDHD urging patience with COVID-19 vaccines

Wednesday, January 13 by Zac Oakes

Lake Cumberland Citizens There is growing frustration and confusion about the COVID-19 vaccine availability. There is a misconception that Lake Cumberland providers have vaccine they are not giving. There is a misconception we are not […]

State Officials Urging Citizens to Register Emergency Contact

Friday, December 20 by Sean Hammond

The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet is encouraging residents to give the free, year-long gift of peace of mind this holiday season by registering an emergency contact. Emergency Notice is an online emergency contact registry accessible to […]

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