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WJRS NEWS HEADLINES

[ September 23, 2026 ] Russell County Grand Jury Indicts 11 People WJRS News
[ September 23, 2026 ] Industrial Development Authority Rejects $10 Million Offer to Buy 60 Acres for Sports Complex WJRS News
[ September 23, 2026 ] Russell County Hospital Reports Small First-Quarter Gain as Expansion Continues WJRS News
[ September 22, 2026 ] Corps Official Reflects on Greasy Creek Park Restoration, Encourages Safety WJRS News
[ September 22, 2026 ] Jamestown Fire Department Responds to Smoke at Courthouse, Fire at Home WJRS News

10 new cases of COVID reported in Russell County on Friday

August 1, 2021 Zac Oakes

The Lake Cumberland District Health Department reported 10 new COVID cases since the last report on Tuesday. Russell County now has 35 active cases of COVID-19 with one person being hospitalized. Pulaski County has 193 […]

Local changes due to uptick in COVID cases

August 1, 2021 Zac Oakes

A few notable changes have taken place around the community due to an uptick in COVID-19 cases locally. The Russell County Senior Citizen Center will be transitioning to drive-thru meals only until the county is […]

Dedication held for Lake Cumberland Regional College and Workforce Center

August 1, 2021 Zac Oakes

A grand opening was held for the Lake Cumberland Regional College and Workforce Center on Sunday. A large crowd was gathered to celebrate the opening of the new facility, which will begin being utilized by […]

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Nancy man arrested by KSP Friday night

August 1, 2021 Zac Oakes

A Nancy man was arrested by Kentucky State Police Friday night and lodged in the Russell County Detention Center. Christopher Compton, age 41, was arrested and charged with possession of methamphetamine, operating a motor vehicle […]

Community Conversation 9-23
Jeff Hoover talks with Russell County High School boys golf coach Brandon Selby about the Lakers’ season, senior Gabe Browning’s qualification for the state semifinal, and the team’s young roster. They also discuss plans for a new Laker Golf Academy featuring two golf simulators, a putting area and workout space.
Community Conversation 9-21
Jeff Hoover talks with Ethan Selby of the Lake Cumberland Regional College and Workforce Center about SkillsUSA and the hands-on career programs available to students. They also discuss the upcoming SkillsUSA car show, how students help organize and run the event, and how the proceeds help support SkillsUSA activities throughout the year.
Lakers vs Taylor County
Russell County vs Taylor County from Friday, September 18th.
Community Conversation 9-18
Jeff Hoover talks with Daniel Buster from the City of Russell Springs and Wayne Lynch from the Ol' Boys Toys Car Club about the monthly car shows on Main Street in Russell Springs. They discuss this Saturday’s trophy show, food trucks, live music, the Russell County Elementary School band fundraiser, and how the car club gives back to the community.
Community Conversation 9-17
Jeff Hoover talks with Russell County Public Library Director Cody Gabehart about the grand opening of The Green, including the new pavilion, sensory play space, walking trail and amphitheater. They also discuss upcoming events, the library’s Halloween costume shop, the new library website, and the digitization of local genealogy and oral history records.