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Snow Likely Today

November 30, 2020 Sean Hammond
Good Monday morning, everyone. Well if you are out and about early you are already seeing some snow falling in the area and it has actually been coming down pretty good at times. That was […]
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Revenue Cabinet Sets Homestead Exemption at $40,500

November 29, 2020 WJRS Staff
The Kentucky Department of Revenue (DOR) has set the maximum homestead exemption on real estate owned by qualified individuals at $40,500 for the 2021 and 2022 tax periods. By statute, the amount of the homestead […]
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KSP urges caution with driving in winter weather

November 29, 2020 Zac Oakes
Frankfort, KY – Kentuckians could experience their first taste of winter weather as a band of snow is predicted to impact the Commonwealth late Sunday night. The Kentucky State Police (KSP) are asking motorists to […]
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Three new cases of COVID in Russell County Sunday

November 29, 2020 Zac Oakes
Statewide Testing Positivity Rate: 8.95%. Deaths: We regret we must report 1 new death today. We have experienced a total of 124 deaths resulting in a 1.5% mortality rate (about 1 in 67) among known […]
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High School Football Results from Playoff Games on Friday

November 27, 2020 WJRS Staff
In the KHSAA state football playoffs from Friday night: 3A     Lexington Christian 42, Somerset 35 3A     Glasgow 14, Taylor County 0 5A     Southwestern 35, Pulaski County 14 4A     Allen County-Scottsville 28, […]
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Two Persons Arrested Friday Evening

November 27, 2020 WJRS Staff
Two persons were arrested Friday evening by Russell County Deputy Sheriff Kenny Perkins. 31 year old Jamie Sharp of Dunnville was arrested and lodged in the Russell County Detention Center shortly before 7 o’clock Friday, […]
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LCDHD Report for Friday, November 27th

November 27, 2020 WJRS Staff
Deaths: We are pleased to report no new deaths today. We have experienced a total of 121 deaths resulting in a 1.51% mortality rate (about 1 in 66) among known cases. This compares with a […]
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Richardson Chosen District Coach of the Year

November 26, 2020 WJRS Staff
Coach Ryan Richardson of Russell County High School has been named Class 4A District Coach of the Year.   The award was announced Wednesday by the Kentucky Football Coaches Association.   Richardson, in his second season as […]
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Four Persons Arrested on Drug Charges on Thanksgiving Day

November 26, 2020 WJRS Staff
Four persons were arrested Thursday by local law enforcement officials.   Shortly after two o’clock Thursday, 36 year old Steven Huff of Columbia was arrested by Officer Hayden Phillips of the Russell Springs Police Department.   Huff […]
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Jay Bilas Talks UK Basketball and Pro Day

November 26, 2020 WJRS Staff
By LARRY VAUGHT Jay Bilas can still remember the reaction from Kentucky fans when he said that UK basketball didn’t produce pros but instead recruits pros. The ESPN analysts recalls a lot of UK fans […]
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  • Community Conversation 9-4

    Jeff Hoover talks with Russell County Opioid Liaison Jennifer Knifley about National Recovery Month, the importance of sharing stories of recovery, Purple Fridays, and the impact addiction has on individuals and families. They also discuss the upcoming Light of Hope Candlelight Ceremony and the message Jennifer wants everyone struggling with addiction to hear: there is always hope.

  • Community Conversation 9-3

    Jeff Hoover talks with legendary Kentucky high school basketball coach Allen Feldhaus Jr. following his induction into the Kentucky High School Basketball Hall of Fame. Coach Feldhaus reflects on his 41-year coaching career, his father’s influence, the 2013 state championship, and the lasting relationships basketball has created throughout his career.

  • Community Conversation 9-2

    Jeff Hoover talks with Glenna Helm of Burnside Tourism about Thunder Over Burnside, happening this Labor Day weekend at Burnside City Coal Park. They discuss the free event, live bands, food trucks, craft vendors, activities for children, and the fireworks finale.

  • Community Conversation 9-1

    Jeff Hoover talks with Russell County Judge-Executive Randy Marcum about road projects and funding, the county’s 911 and EMS services, the new Air Methods helicopter base, the solar farm project, improvements at Greasy Creek Roadside Park, and the county’s financial outlook heading into the fall.

  • Community Conversation 8-31

    Jeff Hoover sits down with Russell Springs Mayor Eddie Thomas to talk about the busy summer at Russell Springs City Park, progress on the city’s water project, the new nine-hole turf golf course, upcoming community events, improvements to Main Street, and new additions at the park.

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