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Russell Springs woman arrested early Sunday morning

November 7, 2021 Zac Oakes
A Russell Springs woman was arrested early Sunday morning. According to jail records, Russell Springs Police arrested 43-year-old Mistie Collins and charged her with trafficking in a controlled substance first degree, possession of methamphetamine, possession […]
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Jamestown man arrested on drug possession charges Sunday

November 7, 2021 Zac Oakes
A Jamestown man was arrested on drug possession charges Sunday. According to jail records, Russell Springs Police arrested 65-year-old Ronnie Lawless Sunday evening, charging him with possession of methamphetamine and possession of drug paraphernalia. Lawless […]
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13 new cases of COVID reported in Russell County on Friday

November 7, 2021 Zac Oakes
Of today’s 83 reported cases, 65 (78%) were unvaccinated and 28 of today’s cases (34%) were in individuals 18 years of age or younger. Please take the necessary precautions to protect yourself and your loved […]
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Another Arizona Standout Looks to UK

November 7, 2021 WJRS Staff
By LARRY VAUGHT It was about a year ago that Pete Kaffey, program director at Arizona Compass, was telling anyone who would listen just how good point guard TyTy Washington was. Now he’s spreading the […]
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Brenda Lou Withers, age 73, of Russell Springs

November 7, 2021 Sean Hammond
Brenda Lou Withers, 73, of Russell Springs, KY, passed away at 10:15 AM, Saturday, November 6th, while in the company of family members, at Jean Waddle Care Center, Somerset, Pulaski County, KY. Brenda was born […]
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Russell Springs Man Arrested Early Saturday on Drug Trafficking Charges

November 6, 2021 WJRS Staff
Local authorities report the arrest shortly after midnight Saturday of 37 year old Derrick Robertson of Russell Springs on drug trafficking charges.    Robertson was arrested by Deputy Bunch of the Russell County Sheriff’s office […]
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Laker Football on the road for playoff matchup at Allen County-Scottsville

November 5, 2021 Zac Oakes
The Laker Football team goes on the road to Allen County-Scottsville tonight for a first round playoff matchup. The Lakers and Patriots faced off just two weeks ago, a game that Allen County-Scottsville won 37-7. […]
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Two new candidates file for 2022 Elections

November 4, 2021 Zac Oakes
Two new candidates filed for office in the 2022 Elections on Thursday. Jeff Aaron has filed for Constable in District 1 and Robert Coppage has filed for Magistrate in District 4. Aaron is the only […]
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41.6 percent of Russell Countians fully vaccinated

November 4, 2021 Zac Oakes
According to CDC data, 41.6 percent of Russell Countians are fully vaccinated. Of those 12 years old and up, about 49.1 percent are fully vaccinated and 51.7 percent of those 18+ are fully vaccinated. 8,228 […]
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Post 15 to conduct safety checkpoints

November 4, 2021 Zac Oakes
Columbia, KY (November 4, 2021)  Kentucky State Police Post 15 will be conducting periodic traffic safety checkpoints in the Post 15 area, which includes Washington, Marion, Taylor, Green, Casey, Russell, Adair, Metcalfe, Monroe, Clinton, and […]
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  • Lakers vs Green County

    Russell County vs Green County from Friday, September 25th

  • Community Conversation 9-25

    Jeff Hoover talks with Cloyd Bumgardner, Deputy Pulaski County Judge-Executive and longtime educator, about the upcoming Technology Showcase at the Center for Rural Development in Somerset. They discuss the free regional event, which will feature robotics, drones, artificial intelligence, virtual reality, 3D printing, skilled trades, electric vehicles and more, along with opportunities for students and the public to explore careers in technology.

  • 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.

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