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Russell County Man Arrested in Adair County on Drug Charges

September 2, 2020 WJRS Staff

A Russell County man was arrested early Tuesday morning in Adair County on drug charges. According to reports, 21 year old Logan Baker of Russell Springs was arrested following a stop of his vehicle shortly […]

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Jamestown Fire Department Responds to Trailer Fire

September 2, 2020 WJRS Staff

The Jamestown Fire Department was called out early Wednesday morning to a trailer fire south of town. According to Jamestown Fire Chief Jeff Landers, his department responded to the two o’clock call of a mobile […]

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September is National Voter Registration Month

September 2, 2020 WJRS Staff

Frankfort, KY – Secretary of State Michael Adams announced that Kentucky’s number of registered voters increased slightly following the June primary election. From June 24, when the voter rolls reopened after the primary election, through […]

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Local Physician Receives Statewide Recognition

September 2, 2020 WJRS Staff

A young Russell County doctor has been chosen as the state’s top young family physician.    Dr. LeeAnn Dalton Cooper has been selected by Kentucky Family Medicine as the state’s top young doctor.    Cooper began practicing […]

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Betty Lou Collins, age 76, of Russell Springs

September 2, 2020 Sean Hammond

Betty Lou Collins, 76, of Russell Springs, died Sunday, August 30, 2020 at her home. She was born December 15, 1943 in Russell Springs to the late Ollis & Lestie Emerson Wilson. She was a […]

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Jamestown Teacher is State Semifinalist for Kentucky Teacher of the Year

September 1, 2020 WJRS Staff

A Russell County educator is a state semifinalist for Kentucky Teacher of the Year.   The Kentucky Department of Education announced the semifinalist yesterday and included in the prestigious group was Donnie Wilkerson, a history and […]

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KSP Begins Effort to Target Aggressive Driving

September 1, 2020 WJRS Staff

Frankfort, KY – The KSP Commercial Vehicle Enforcement (CVE) Division announced the start of a three-week statewide enforcement blitz targeting aggressive driving behaviors. The Ticketing Aggressive Cars and Trucks (TACT) Campaign targets drivers (both passenger car […]

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Vaught’s Views for Wednesday, September 2nd

September 1, 2020 WJRS Staff
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LCDHD Daily COVID-19 Report for Tuesday, September 1st

September 1, 2020 WJRS Staff

Deaths: We are happy to report no new deaths today. We have experienced a total of 62 deaths resulting in a 3.1% mortality rate among known cases. Hospitalizations: We presently have 23 cases in the […]

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Neil Thornbury, CEO of TJ Sampson Interview

September 1, 2020 Sean Hammond

CEO of TJ Sampson Neil Thornbury discusses the opening of the new clinic on 127 in Russell Springs.    

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Recent Podcasts

  • Community Conversation 7-22

    Jeff Hoover welcomes members of the Adair County 16U All-Star Girls Softball Team and assistant coach Grace Loy. The team recently captured the Kentucky Senior League Softball State Championship and was competing in the Super Regional Tournament in Lawrenceburg.Coach Loy and players from both Russell County and Adair County discuss their championship run, the chemistry between the combined team, their journey through the tournament, and their hopes of advancing to the national championship. Hear from the young athletes about their love for the game, teamwork, and representing their communities on the softball field. 

  • Community Conversation 7-21

    In this episode of Community Conversation, Jeff Hoover talks with Dr. Samantha Gaddie, founding director of Campbellsville University's new agriculture program. Dr. Gaddie discusses the launch of the university's new agriculture degree, the hands-on learning opportunities available to students, the importance of supporting Kentucky's agricultural industry, and her vision for preparing the next generation of agricultural leaders. Learn how this new program will partner with local farmers and provide students with practical experience while staying close to home in South Central Kentucky.

  • Community Conversation 7-15

    Jeff Hoover talks with Joyce Holt and Mike Berry about the 7th Annual Relay for Life Benefit Ride benefiting the American Cancer Society, including this year's new Biker Bingo fundraiser and ride details. He is also joined by Scott Jones and Daniel Buster from the City of Russell Springs to discuss an upcoming wood bat baseball tournament and the city's first-ever free Back to School Bash at Russell Springs City Park.

  • Community Conversation 7-14

    Lake Cumberland Tourism Director Danielle Wilson joins Community Conversation to discuss the tremendous success of the recent High School Fishing World Finals, the economic impact on local businesses, and the possibility of bringing the event back in the future. Wilson also highlights upcoming events including the 127 Yard Sale, the Lake Cumberland Bluegrass Festival, Food Truck Friday, and the growing summer tourism season across Russell County and Lake Cumberland.

  • Community Conversation 7-13

    Russell County 10U All-Star coach Reggie Roy joins Community Conversation following the team's undefeated run to the Cal Ripken State Championship in Elizabethtown. Roy discusses the players' hard work, the dedication of parents and coaches, and the community support as the team prepares to compete in the Super Regional Tournament in Indiana.

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