Classic Rock 93.1 radio host dies after contracting West Nile Virus

PERRYVILLE, Mo. — A morning DJ at a classic rock station servicing parts of the St. Louis area died after contracting the West Nile Virus, according to the station he worked at.

On social media, Classic Rock 93.1 KBDZ said that Kevin “Kevy Kev” Russell died Thursday afternoon.

“About five weeks ago, it seems Kevin contracted the West Nile Virus. He had a fever he couldn’t get rid of, so when his temperature spiked and stayed there, he was admitted to the hospital,” the station said. “His condition deteriorated and it became obvious after a while, he was not going to get better again.”…

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