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Bobby Gene Holt, age 80, of Russell Springs

July 1, 2019 Sean Hammond

Bobby Gene Holt, age 80, of Russell Springs, passed away Saturday, June 29th, 2019 at the Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital in Somerset. He is survived by: His Wife Ida Holt of Russell Springs Two […]

Fire Occurred Sunday Morning

July 1, 2019 Sean Hammond

The Russell Springs Fire Department was called out early Sunday morning to a structure fire. According to Fire Chief H.M. Bottom, the department responded just after 1:00 am to Holt Lane to a residence belonging […]

RS Man Arrested Friday on Drug Charges

July 1, 2019 Sean Hammond

Illegal drugs were discovered after a warrant check this past Friday night, according to the Russell Springs Police Department. Officer Lucas Justice made contact with Brandon K. Knight 38, of Russell Springs. Knight was then […]

More on Last Weeks Bank Robbery Suspect Being Caught in Pennsylvania

July 1, 2019 Sean Hammond

As reported by WJRS NEWS over the weekend, William L. Grabel, the suspect in the bank robbery early last week at BB&T Bank in Russell Springs, was apprehended by authorities in Greensburg, Pennsylvania and is […]

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More on Sheriff’s Department Quarterly Meeting Last Week

July 1, 2019 Sean Hammond

We continue our talk with Russell County Sheriff Derek Polston about the topics discussed at his office’s recent quarterly public meeting, which was held late last week at the Russell County Auditorium/Natatorium Complex… The […]

RC School Board Met Friday

July 1, 2019 Sean Hammond

Russell County Schools Superintendent Michael Ford spoke to WJRS NEWS following a special called meeting of the board of education last Friday afternoon at the Russell County Schools’ ANC…

Phone Scam Circulating

July 1, 2019 Sean Hammond

Jamestown Fire Chief Jeff Landers wants citizens to be aware of a phone scam that is circulating throughout the state. Callers are saying they are with the Kentucky Firefighters Association and are attempting to obtain […]

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.
Community Conversation 8-5
Jeff Hoover is joined by Democratic gubernatorial candidate Rocky Adkins to discuss his campaign for Kentucky governor. Adkins reflects on his decades of public service, outlines his vision for the state's future, and shares his priorities for economic development, education, healthcare, and working across party lines. He also talks about how his and his wife's experiences as cancer survivors have shaped his perspective on leadership and public service.
Community Conversation 8-4
Russell County Judge-Executive Randy Marcum provides an update on county government, including the new fiscal year budget, the upcoming property tax rate process, and more than $1 million in planned road improvement projects. He also discusses the community commodities program, construction progress on the new Russell County Hospital and Extension Office, the opening of Air Methods at the Russell County Airport, and other developments aimed at improving services and supporting future growth across the county.