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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 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.

  • Community Conversation 8-5

    Jeff Hoover is joined by Democratic gubernatorial candidate Rocky Adkins to discuss his campaign for Kentucky governor. Adkins reflects on his decades of public service, outlines his vision for the state's future, and shares his priorities for economic development, education, healthcare, and working across party lines. He also talks about how his and his wife's experiences as cancer survivors have shaped his perspective on leadership and public service.

  • Community Conversation 8-4

    Russell County Judge-Executive Randy Marcum provides an update on county government, including the new fiscal year budget, the upcoming property tax rate process, and more than $1 million in planned road improvement projects. He also discusses the community commodities program, construction progress on the new Russell County Hospital and Extension Office, the opening of Air Methods at the Russell County Airport, and other developments aimed at improving services and supporting future growth across the county.

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