Month: January 2021

It says something about who you are when people know you by one name. That couldn’t be more true right here in Russell County for the man that was known by everyone as Flash. Larry […]

Two individuals were arrested and lodged in the Russell County Detention Center on Thursday. Those arrested include: William Scottie Phelps, 39, of Liberty, on charges of trafficking in methamphetamine, buy/possess drug paraphernalia x2, possession of […]

Somerset, KY – Public input is needed to help the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) identify transportation concerns along the U.S. 127 corridor in Russell County between the Jamestown Bypass and KY 379. KYTC along with […]

Russell County is mourning today the loss of one of its most well-known citizens. WJRS News has learned of the passing of Larry “Flash” Wilson, 61, of Russell Springs. Wilson passed away early Thursday morning […]

The Russell Springs City Council will hold a remote meeting tonight due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Due to the state of emergency regarding threats to public health presented by the novel coronavirus and under KRS […]

Good morning, everyone and happy Thursday. We are starting off the day with clear skies and those temperatures staying around 30 degrees. Still chilly, but much better than it has been the last few mornings. […]