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Month: January 2022

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Lakers drop district matchup against Clinton County on Sunday

January 31, 2022 Zac Oakes

The Lakers played a rare Sunday afternoon game at Clinton County over the weekend, falling by a score of 57-46. The game was originally scheduled for Friday, and then was rescheduled twice before landing on […]

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Tracking a Possible Ice Storm

January 31, 2022 Sean Hammond

Good Monday, everyone! I first want to say that Mother Nature definitely holds all the cards. We had that system move through Friday which initially did not look to be that big of an impact, […]

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2022 General Assembly 1/3 of the way complete

January 31, 2022 Derek Aaron

State legislators are nearly a third of the way through the 2022 General Assembly as they continued last week with the discussion and passage of several noteworthy measures. Keith West provides details from Frankfort… The […]

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Adair man arrested locally on sexual abuse charge

January 30, 2022 Zac Oakes

An Adair County man was arrested locally Saturday evening by the Russell County Sheriff’s Office. According to jail records, 32-year-old Paul Hadley was arrested and charged with sexual abuse first degree with a victim under […]

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Jamestown man arrested in Adair County over the weekend

January 30, 2022 Zac Oakes

A Jamestown man was arrested in Adair County over the weekend. According to jail records, 30-year-old Jeffrey Helton was arrested by the Adair County Sheriff’s Office and charged with possession of methamphetamine, possession of drug […]

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Russell County home completely destroyed by fire Saturday night

January 30, 2022 WJRS Staff

A Russell County home was completely destroyed by fire Saturday night. The Jamestown Fire Department responded to a call around 11 p.m. Saturday to a home on Stephens Ridge Road, just off Highway 619 in […]

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Jamestown man arrested on multiple charges

January 30, 2022 Zac Oakes

A Jamestown man was arrested on multiple charges over the weekend. Marco Guzman, age 30, was arrested Saturday afternoon and charged with criminal mischief second degree, criminal trespassing second degree, alcohol intoxication in a public […]

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Russell County has 4% unemployment rate

January 28, 2022 Derek Aaron

Russell County’s unemployment rate currently sits at 4 percent, Adair County is 3.6 percent, Casey 3.3 percent, Pulaski 3.6 percent, Cumberland 2.8 percent, Clinton 3.6 percent, Wayne 3.7 percent, and Taylor County at 2.7 percent, […]

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Several local students achieve academic honors at Campbellsville University

January 28, 2022 Zac Oakes

Several local students achieved academic honors at Campbellsville University. Russell County students named to the President’s List were: Madison Coffey Karisa Gentry Cayla Lawless Amy McQueary Zoie Polston Katie Proctor Abigail Russell    Russell County […]

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Obituaries

Harold W. Weiand, age 73, of Russell Springs

January 28, 2022 Sean Hammond

Harold W. Weiand, age 73, of Russell Springs, KY passed away Thursday, January 27 2022 at his residence. He was born on Wednesday, October 20 1948, in Cincinnati, Ohio. He was the son of: Mother […]

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Recent Podcasts

  • Community Conversation 7-24

    In this episode of Community Conversation, Jeff Hoover welcomes Russell County Family and Consumer Sciences Agent Megan Gullett to discuss the many programs and services offered through the Russell County Extension Office. Megan shares updates on a busy summer that included 4-H Camp, county fair activities, and canning classes, while highlighting upcoming opportunities for the community.The conversation covers Extension Homemakers clubs, volunteer efforts, the local book club, food preservation classes, pressure canner testing, and upcoming cooking demonstrations featuring healthy recipes and easy family meals. Megan also explains how residents can get involved in Extension programs and stay connected through the Russell County Extension Office.

  • Community Conversation 7-22

    Jeff Hoover welcomes members of the Adair County 16U All-Star Girls Softball Team and assistant coach Grace Loy. The team recently captured the Kentucky Senior League Softball State Championship and was competing in the Super Regional Tournament in Lawrenceburg.Coach Loy and players from both Russell County and Adair County discuss their championship run, the chemistry between the combined team, their journey through the tournament, and their hopes of advancing to the national championship. Hear from the young athletes about their love for the game, teamwork, and representing their communities on the softball field. 

  • Community Conversation 7-21

    In this episode of Community Conversation, Jeff Hoover talks with Dr. Samantha Gaddie, founding director of Campbellsville University's new agriculture program. Dr. Gaddie discusses the launch of the university's new agriculture degree, the hands-on learning opportunities available to students, the importance of supporting Kentucky's agricultural industry, and her vision for preparing the next generation of agricultural leaders. Learn how this new program will partner with local farmers and provide students with practical experience while staying close to home in South Central Kentucky.

  • Community Conversation 7-15

    Jeff Hoover talks with Joyce Holt and Mike Berry about the 7th Annual Relay for Life Benefit Ride benefiting the American Cancer Society, including this year's new Biker Bingo fundraiser and ride details. He is also joined by Scott Jones and Daniel Buster from the City of Russell Springs to discuss an upcoming wood bat baseball tournament and the city's first-ever free Back to School Bash at Russell Springs City Park.

  • Community Conversation 7-14

    Lake Cumberland Tourism Director Danielle Wilson joins Community Conversation to discuss the tremendous success of the recent High School Fishing World Finals, the economic impact on local businesses, and the possibility of bringing the event back in the future. Wilson also highlights upcoming events including the 127 Yard Sale, the Lake Cumberland Bluegrass Festival, Food Truck Friday, and the growing summer tourism season across Russell County and Lake Cumberland.

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