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Tourist Commission Meets Today

July 17, 2019 Sean Hammond

The Lake Cumberland Tourist Commission Board of Directors will have their regular monthly meeting today at 12:30 pm at the tourism office located between Arby’s and Long John Silvers in Russell Springs. The meeting is […]

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Library to Temporarily Suspend Book Donations

July 17, 2019 Sean Hammond

Beginning July 31st, the Russell County Public Library will be temporarily suspending their acceptance of book donations as they begin transitioning to the new facility. The library will resume accepting book donations once again beginning […]

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Tattoo Scar Ban Removed from Regulations

July 17, 2019 Sean Hammond

The Cabinet for Health and Family Services has filed an updated proposed administrative regulation, outlining requirements for tattoo studios in Kentucky, choosing not to move forward with the portion of the proposal that prohibited tattooing […]

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Remnants of Hurricane Barry will Give us Rain Chances the Next Few Days

July 16, 2019 Sean Hammond

Good Tuesday, everyone. We are starting off the day with partly sunny skies and breezy conditions. Temperatures will top out in the upper 80’s today with a chance of showers and storms into the afternoon […]

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Local School Board Met Monday

July 16, 2019 Sean Hammond

Russell County Schools Superintendent Michael Ford talked with WJRS News following Monday night’s regular monthly meeting of the board of education at the Russell County ANC…

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Chamber of Commerce Meets Today

July 16, 2019 Sean Hammond

The Russell County Chamber of Commerce meets today at noon at the Somerset Community College-Russell Center on West Steve Wariner Drive for their regular monthly meeting. The meeting is open to the public.

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Local FFA Recently Attended a Leadership Development Event

July 16, 2019 Sean Hammond

WJRS News Director Derek Aaron has the latest on a busy summer for the Russell County High School FFA chapter…

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Local 4-H Member Competed in KY 4-H Communications Day Saturday

July 16, 2019 Sean Hammond

Anna Gosser, former 5th grade students at Russell Springs Elementary, received a blue ribbon in the 11-year old speech category. Her speech title was “The Best Christmas Present Even.” Anna’s parents are Joe and Julianne […]

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Tourist Commission Meets Wednesday

July 16, 2019 Sean Hammond

The Lake Cumberland Tourist Commission Board of Directors will have their July meeting on Wednesday, July 17th at 12:30 pm at the tourism office located between Arby’s and Long John Silvers in Russell Springs. The […]

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Governor Bevin has Called a Special Session of the KY General Assembly

July 16, 2019 Sean Hammond

The special session is set to begin this Friday at 8:00 am, Bevin announced on Monday. The purpose is for legislators to consider his proposal to give relief to local health departments, regional state universities […]

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Recent Podcasts

  • Community Conversation 8-18

    Jeff Hoover talks with Kentucky Lieutenant Governor and Democratic candidate for governor Jacqueline Coleman about her campaign, education, school funding, Kentucky’s budget, working with the legislature, and her vision for the future of the Commonwealth. Coleman also discusses her background as an educator, coach, and mother and what sets her apart in the Democratic primary.

  • Community Conversation 8-17

    Jeff Hoover talks with Russell County Schools Director of Security Jackie Grider about school safety, the role of school resource officers, summer training, and the importance of building trust with students, parents, and the community. Grider also shares his personal commitment to helping students make positive choices and succeed.

  • Community Conversation 8-12

    Superintendent Michael Ford joins Jeff Hoover to discuss the start of the new school year, the latest progress on the new middle school, the completed Laker Band practice area, school facility priorities, teacher recruitment, and the need for substitute teachers across the district.

  • Community Conversation 8-10

    Jeff Hoover talks with Kristina Burton of the Russell County Public Library about the upcoming grand opening of The Green, including the new Bank of Jamestown Pavilion, community events, and opportunities for families. They also discuss the library’s returning homework help program, teen advisory board, book clubs, and other ways the library is serving the Russell County community.

  • Community Conversation 8-6

    Russell Springs City Park Director Daniel Buster joins Jeff Hoover to discuss the latest improvements at the park, including construction on the new golf course and turf ballfield projects. He also shares details about the city's free Back to School Bash, featuring inflatables, games, free food, swimming, and family fun before students head back to class.

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