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Month: December 2020

Obituaries

Ernie Clay Weir, age 75, of Glasgow

December 16, 2020 Sean Hammond
Ernie Clay Weir 75, of Glasgow passed away at his residence Monday, December 14, 2020 after a lengthy illness.  Born in Somerset, KY on November 5, 1945 to the late Levie and Ruth Patterson Weir.  […]
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Auburn Transfer Benton Making Impact for UK Lady Hoops

December 16, 2020 WJRS Staff
by LARRY VAUGHT There was a time when calling a player a “dog” would be one of the worst things ever. But now if a player is a “dawg” it’s a badge of honor. “To […]
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Rain with Possible Snow Showers Today

December 16, 2020 Sean Hammond
Good Wednesday everyone and welcome to the midway point of the work week. Most of us are waking up this morning to rain that will be in the forecast for much of our day today… […]
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Nila Antle, age 92, of Jamestown

December 16, 2020 Sean Hammond
Nila Antle, of Jamestown, Kentucky, passed from this life on Sunday, December 13, 2020, at Fair Oaks Health and Rehabilitation. She was 92 years of age. Born on December 3, 1928, in Russell County, Kentucky, […]
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Wise holds town hall in Russell County

December 15, 2020 Zac Oakes
As the year is coming to an end, State Sen. Max Wise, R-Campbellsville, is preparing to head to Frankfort to represent the 16th Senate District, which includes Russell County. In preparation for the 2021 session, […]
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COVID testing to be offered Thursday

December 15, 2020 Zac Oakes
There will be a COVID testing clinic at the Russell County Auditorium/Natatorium Complex on Thursday. Testing will be available from 8 a.m. until 2 p.m. weather permitting. The clinic will be a drive-thru clinic, so […]
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Russell Springs man arrested Monday night on assault, resisting arrest

December 15, 2020 Zac Oakes
A Russell Springs man was arrested Monday night following a domestic disturbance. The Russell County Sheriff’s Office arrested 52-year-old Steve Snow, of Russell Springs, on charges of assault fourth degree (domestic violence), resisting arrest, and […]
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11 new cases of COVID-19 in Russell County Tuesday

December 15, 2020 Zac Oakes
Statewide Testing Positivity Rate: 8.53%. Deaths: We regret we must report 9 new deaths today. We have experienced a total of 189 deaths resulting in a 1.68% mortality rate (about 1 in 60) among known […]
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Former Cat Juang Now at UCLA, Will Face Former Team on Saturday

December 15, 2020 WJRS Staff
By LARRY VAUGHT When Kentucky plays UCLA in the CBS Sports Classic Saturday there will be a familiar face playing for the Bruins. Sophomore Johnny Juzang transferred from UK after his freshman season — with […]
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Shower Chances Increase Tonight

December 15, 2020 Sean Hammond
Good morning and happy Tuesday everyone. After a cloudy and a dreary Monday, we will see some sunshine today and temperatures will warm slightly…. If you have any pictures of Russell County you would like […]
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