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Jimmy R. Twyford, age 85, of Russell Springs

January 4, 2020 Sean Hammond

Jimmy R. Twyford, age 85, of Russell Springs, passed away Saturday, January 4th, 2020 at his residence. He was a Veteran of the United States Army. He is survived by: Five Children Judy Morrison, Patricia […]

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Trading Post Items- Friday

January 3, 2020 Sean Hammond

1. 2006 Chevy Trailblazer 4wd, Baby items and clothing for sale (boy and girl) and a 9wk Beagle Pup for sale (270)566-4978 2. Looking for the HED Speakers (270)858-5350 3. Aluminum ToolBox for a small […]

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RC Man in Jail after being Charged with Drug Offenses

January 3, 2020 Sean Hammond

According to information obtained by WJRS News, 31-year-old Justus Ramsey of Jamestown was arrested Thursday afternoon and charged with Trafficking in a Controlled Substance, first-degree first offense, methamphetamine. Ramsey was lodged in the Russell County […]

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KY AG Asks FBI to Investigate Pardons Made by Matt Bevin

January 3, 2020 Sean Hammond

Kentucky’s new Attorney General has asked the FBI to investigate former Gov. Matt Bevin over pardons issued by Bevin shortly before he left office last month. Daniel Cameron, the Republican attorney general, said in a […]

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State Rep. Carney is Making Improvements

January 3, 2020 Sean Hammond

According to state officials, State Rep. and House Majority Floor Leader John “Bam” Carney (who represents Adair and Taylor County) remains in the hospital due to pancreatitis, but doctors say he is making improvements. Carney […]

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Michael Steven “Bass” Tarter, age 63, of Russell Springs

January 3, 2020 Sean Hammond

Michael Steven “Bass” Tarter, age 63, of Russell Springs, passed away Tuesday, December 31st, 2019 at Grandview Nursing and Rehab in Campbellsville. A private memorial service will be held by the family at a later […]

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Laker Sports, Friday, January 3rd

January 3, 2020 Sean Hammond

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Trading Post Items- Thursday

January 2, 2020 Sean Hammond

1. 2002 Mazda 626 $1200 and a 2010 Chevy Alvaeo $200 (270)585-1381 2. Wood, Plumbing and Electrical Suppliea, CB Radios, Dresser with a Mirror and numerous other items for sale, also looking for Scrap Metal […]

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RS Man Arrested on Drug Charges

January 2, 2020 Sean Hammond

A young Russell Springs man was arrested late yesterday afternoon on drug trafficking charges. Reports are that 21-year-old Christopher M. Bunch was charged with Trafficking in a Controlled Substance, first-degree first offense, and methamphetamine. Bunch […]

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Jamestown Business Escaped Damage After a Fire Wednesday

January 2, 2020 Sean Hammond

WJRS News has learned that Jamestown Fire Department members were called to the Jamestown Auto Sales location, just south of town on Highway 127. Fire Chief Jeff Landers told WJRS News the call came in […]

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