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Things Are in Full Swing at the New Library

January 6, 2020 Sean Hammond

WJRS News spoke to Library Director Lindsey Westerfield about what is going on at the new library as well as the new hours at the location…

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Influenza is Still Spreading Across the State

January 6, 2020 Sean Hammond

The most recent report from the Centers for Disease Control said just over 13 hundred new cases of flu were reported the week prior to Christmas, another big jump from the 814 new cases reported […]

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Laker Sports, Monday, January 6th

January 6, 2020 Sean Hammond
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Thelma Wooldrige, Formerly of Jamestown

January 5, 2020 Sean Hammond

Thelma Wooldridge, formerly of Jamestown, passed away Saturday, January 4th, 2020. She is survived by: One Daughter Lisa Stanley Two Sisters Lois Piercy and Mayme Hamilton Two Brothers Charles and Roger Grider Two grandchildren and […]

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Peggy Murphy, age 60, of Russell Springs

January 5, 2020 Sean Hammond

Peggy Murphy, age 60, of Russell Springs, passed away Saturday, January 4th, 2020 at the Russell County Hospital. She is survived by: One Daughter Madison LaShae Bryant of Russell Springs Five Sisters Wanda Samlot and […]

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Jimmy R. Twyford, age 85, of Russell Springs

January 4, 2020 Sean Hammond

Jimmy R. Twyford, age 85, of Russell Springs, passed away Saturday, January 4th, 2020 at his residence. He was a Veteran of the United States Army. He is survived by: Five Children Judy Morrison, Patricia […]

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Trading Post Items- Friday

January 3, 2020 Sean Hammond

1. 2006 Chevy Trailblazer 4wd, Baby items and clothing for sale (boy and girl) and a 9wk Beagle Pup for sale (270)566-4978 2. Looking for the HED Speakers (270)858-5350 3. Aluminum ToolBox for a small […]

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RC Man in Jail after being Charged with Drug Offenses

January 3, 2020 Sean Hammond

According to information obtained by WJRS News, 31-year-old Justus Ramsey of Jamestown was arrested Thursday afternoon and charged with Trafficking in a Controlled Substance, first-degree first offense, methamphetamine. Ramsey was lodged in the Russell County […]

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KY AG Asks FBI to Investigate Pardons Made by Matt Bevin

January 3, 2020 Sean Hammond

 Kentucky’s new Attorney General has asked the FBI to investigate former Gov. Matt Bevin over pardons issued by Bevin shortly before he left office last month. Daniel Cameron, the Republican attorney general, said in a […]

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State Rep. Carney is Making Improvements

January 3, 2020 Sean Hammond

According to state officials, State Rep. and House Majority Floor Leader John “Bam” Carney (who represents Adair and Taylor County) remains in the hospital due to pancreatitis, but doctors say he is making improvements. Carney […]

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