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Fiscal Court to hold special-called meeting this morning

May 26, 2021 Zac Oakes

The Russell County Fiscal Court will hold a special-called meeting this morning at 9 a.m. There is only one item on the agenda: a budget amendment. The meeting will be in the courtroom of the […]

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Two new cases of COVID-19 reported in RC on Wednesday

May 26, 2021 Zac Oakes

Statewide Testing Positivity Rate: 2.4%. Deaths: We are sad to report 8 new deaths today. We have experienced a total of 444 deaths resulting in a 1.97% mortality rate (about 1 in 51) among known […]

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UK Fans Know that TyTy Washington is Special Player

May 26, 2021 WJRS Staff

By LARRY VAUGHT Explaining what makes Kentucky signee TyTy Washington a special player/point guard is not hard for Pete Kaffey, basketball program director at Arizona Compass Prep. “He is a winner. Whatever it takes for […]

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Laker Baseball teams defeat North Laurel in final home game of season

May 25, 2021 Zac Oakes

In the last home game of the season, the Russell County Lakers came away victorious by a score of 6-1 over the North Laurel Jaguars. Senior Nick Aaron picked up the win on the mound, […]

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One new case of COVID-19 in RC on Tuesday

May 25, 2021 Zac Oakes

Statewide Testing Positivity Rate: 2.52%. Deaths: We regret we must report 1 new death today. We have experienced a total of 436 deaths resulting in a 1.94% mortality rate (about 1 in 52) among known […]

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Cain indicted on murder charge, couple indicted on rape and sexual abuse charges

May 25, 2021 Zac Oakes

A Russell Springs man was indicted on murder and four counts of assault yesterday. The superseding indictment against 28-year-old Haiden Cain handed down yesterday includes charges of reckless driving, driving under the influence, speeding 26 […]

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Two Lakers selected for All-Region Tennis Team

May 25, 2021 Zac Oakes

Two Russell County Tennis players were selected to the All-Region team. Lucas McFall and Baylee Hart were named All-4th Region yesterday. McFall will advance to play in the state tennis tournament next week.

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Russell Springs woman arrested on assault charge

May 25, 2021 Zac Oakes

A Russell Springs woman was arrested Tuesday afternoon by Russell Springs Police. 29-year-old Jessica Popp was arrested and charged with assault fourth degree with minor injury. Popp was lodged in the Russell County Detention Center.

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Ola Mae Hays, 90, of Jamestown

May 25, 2021 Sean Hammond

Ola Mae Hays, 90, of Jamestown, KY passed away Monday, May 24th, at Summit Manor Nursing Home, Columbia, KY. Ola Mae was born in Jamestown, KY on May 27, 1930, a daughter of the late […]

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Driver’s license testing for Russell Co. residents to begin in Columbia June 7

May 25, 2021 Zac Oakes

The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet will establish driver’s testing sites within their regional offices. Beginning June 7, KSP will begin offering regional testing services in Columbia. Columbia will offer testing for Adair, Clinton, Cumberland, Green, Metcalfe, […]

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Recent Podcasts

  • 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.

  • Community Conversation 8-3

    Jeff Hoover is joined by marriage and family therapist Joy Jones to discuss an upcoming community seminar focused on human trafficking awareness. Jones shares her experience working with survivors, explains common warning signs of exploitation, and talks about how parents, educators, churches, and community members can help protect vulnerable individuals through education and awareness.

  • Community Conversation 7-31

    Jeff Hoover talks with Dr. Emiley Button, Director of Nursing at Lindsey Wilson University, about the school's new fully online RN to BSN program. They discuss how the program helps working nurses earn their bachelor's degree, partnerships with area hospitals and Somerset Community College, tuition assistance opportunities, and the growing demand for nurses across Kentucky.

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