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Month: May 2020

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COVID-19 Case Update

May 21, 2020 Sean Hammond

It was another day of no new cases of COVID-19 Wednesday according to Russell County Judge-Executive Gary Robertson Russell County remains at just 4 active case that are all on home self-isolation. Adair County reported […]

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Alcohol was a Factor in Fatal Accident Tuesday

May 21, 2020 Sean Hammond

Local law enforcement authorities say alcohol was a contributing factor in the two-vehicle wreck on Tuesday night which claimed the life of a young Casey County man. 26 year-old Janson Sallee was killed when the […]

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City Council Filings

May 21, 2020 Sean Hammond

Several persons have filed for city council in both Jamestown and Russell Springs in the past few days. As WJRS News reported earlier in the week, the filing deadline for city council positions is 4pm […]

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Obituaries

Charles A. Robertson, age 81, Formerly of Russell County

May 20, 2020 Sean Hammond

Charles A. Robertson, age 81, of Nancy, formerly of Russell County, passed away Monday, May 18th, 2020 at the Hospice of Lake Cumberland Jean Waddle Care Center in Somerset. He is survived by: His Wife […]

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Two More in RC Released from Isolation; Kentucky Tops 8,000 COVID-19 Cases

May 20, 2020 Sean Hammond

Two more were released from isolation in Russell County on Tuesday according to County Judge Gary Robertson. Robertson announced the county now has 4 active case all on home self-isolation. Adair County reported no new […]

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Reopening Plan for KY Courts

May 20, 2020 Sean Hammond

Courts across Kentucky are now recognizing a re-opening plan which permits all hearings to resume, in both civil and criminal matters.   However, those hearings will still be held remotely unless the presiding Judge deems an […]

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When Will School Start Next Year?

May 20, 2020 Sean Hammond

Although the school year just ended across the state last week, parents, teachers, and school officials are now wondering when school will resume. Some school groups are calling for a mid-July start date in case […]

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Liberty Man Arrested on Drug Charges

May 20, 2020 Sean Hammond

Authorities say 31-year-old Jamie Sharp was arrested and charged with Possession of a controlled substance Methamphetamine, and Public intoxication.   He was lodged in the Russell county jail shortly before 7:30 last evening.

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One Dead, Three Flown Out After Two Vehicle Wreck Tuesday Evening

May 20, 2020 Sean Hammond

WJRS News first reported the accident in a Breaking News report shortly after 7 o’clock last evening.   The accident occurred on north Highway 127 near the Russell and Casey county line. According to reports, Hayden […]

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Special Called Meeting

May 19, 2020 Sean Hammond

The Russell County Airport Board will have a special called meeting this evening at 5:00 pm. The full agenda is below… A rent proposal for the airport maintenance hangar Chairman Stivers will be updating the […]

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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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