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Masonic Lodge Member Tom Ellis talks about the gun raffle the Russell Springs Masonic Lodge is doing to help raise funds for some of their community projects. 

Superintendent Michael Ford stops by to talk about the difficult decision to switch Russell County Schools to an all virtual format the rest of the week. 

A new weekly podcast on Laker Sports coming soon to Laker Country. 

Jeff and Tony go over a variety of topics today. Jack Hudson joins the show first to talk about acquiring the Jamestown Café with his partner, Phillip Gaskins. Judy Withers, Chief Nursing Officer with the Russell County Hospital joins the program to talk about the situation at the hospital in regards to COVID-19. WJRS News Director Zac Oakes stops by to talk about an interview he had with leadership at the Russell County Hospital in regards to COVID-19. James Gray with the Wolf Creek National Fish Hatchery talks about changes made recently in light of the surge in COVID-19 cases. 

Russell County Ag Extension Agent Jonathan Oakes stops by to give everyone tips on how to treat an infestation of fall armyworms on land. 

The Star Theater Presents "Bright Star" beginning this Friday. Lindsey Wilson Gosser stops by with more information about the musical. 

The first annual South Central Kentucky Sheriff's Charity Ride is this Saturday. Russell County Sheriff Derek Polston has more details...

The Russell County Honor Guard is holding a Flag March and free concert, this Saturday beginning at 4:30 p.m. Honor Guard Commander Frank Irvin stops by to give more details on the event. 

Russell County Laker Football kicked off the 2021 season on the road in Adair County. 

Kentucky Education Commissioner Jason Glass joins the program to discuss dealing with the COVID-19 pandemic in Kentucky schools and other issues. Tony and Jeff then preview tonight's Russell County Adair County football game.