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Trading Post Items- Wednesday

September 25, 2019 Sean Hammond

Giveaway: Washer 270-858-8424 Looking For: Walnuts 270-585-6341 For Sale: Dodge truck 270-566-0236 For Sale: Several miscellaneous items 270-585-7113 Looking For: Couch 270-585-6886

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Sheriff’s Quarterly Meeting is Thursday Evening

September 25, 2019 Sean Hammond

Russell County Sheriff Derek Polston spoke to WJRS NEWS about this week’s third quarterly meeting of his office and how folks can attend…

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JPD Activity Report

September 25, 2019 Sean Hammond

The Jamestown Police Department has released their monthly activity report for the month of August. During the month there were 11 accidents without injury investigated, 11 arrests made, 11 criminal cases opened, 228 calls for […]

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Hatchery Offering Program this Fall

September 25, 2019 Sean Hammond

Moria Painter, the education/outreach specialist at Wolf Creek National Fish Hatchery talked to WJRS NEWS about a program the hatchery is offering in limited number this fall…

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Laker Sports, Wednesday, September 25th

September 25, 2019 Sean Hammond
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Roger McFarland, age 67, of Russell Springs

September 24, 2019 Sean Hammond

Roger McFarland, age 67, of Russell Springs, passed away Monday, September 24th, 2019, He is survived by: Seven Daughters Sarah Sharp, Amanda Rosas, Melinda McFarland, Melanie Rogers, all of Russell Springs Stacy McFarland and Jackie […]

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Phillip Dale Grider, age 77, of Russell Springs

September 24, 2019 Sean Hammond

Phillip Dale Grider, age 77, of Russell Springs, passed away Sunday, September 22nd, 2019 at Stanford Health and Rehab. He was a Veteran of the United States Navy having served in the Vietnam War. He […]

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Mayor Eddie Thomas on Agreement Between Jamestown and Russell Springs

September 24, 2019 Sean Hammond

Russell Springs Mayor Eddie Thomas talked with WJRS NEWS about the benefits of Russell Springs and Jamestown coming together on water and wastewater agreements and also teased some future endeavors the cities would soon be […]

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Construction Update on Library

September 24, 2019 Sean Hammond

Russell County Public Library Director Lindsey Westerfield gave a construction update on the new library to WJRS NEWS and said much of the work at the construction site is in its final stages…

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Gas Prices Continue to Rise

September 24, 2019 Sean Hammond

Gasoline prices in Kentucky are 18 cents more expensive this week at $2.496, according to Triple A’s Gas Price Report. Locally, gas prices now range between $2.38 and $2.49. Pump prices in the Great Lakes […]

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Recent Podcasts

  • Community Conversation 8-19

    Jeff Hoover talks with Russell County High School FFA state champion public speakers Piper Garmon and recent graduate Kendall Melton. The two share their experiences competing at the state level, their winning speeches, and how FFA has helped them build confidence, discover opportunities, and prepare for their futures in agriculture and education.

  • 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.

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