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Legislators discuss postmortem genetic testing for those under 40

February 26, 2022 Derek Aaron

Proposed legislation is being discussed in Frankfort to conduct postmortem genetic testing for persons under 40 whose cause of death cannot be determined. Keith West files this report for WJRS NEWS…

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Pulaski man arrested on child sexual exploitation crimes

February 25, 2022 Zac Oakes

SOMERSET, Ky. (February 25, 2022) — The Kentucky State Police (KSP) Electronic Crime Branch located and arrested Kyle Matthew Freeman, 28, of Pulaski County on charges related to a child sexual abuse material investigation. Freeman was […]

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Sheriff’s office arrests two last night

February 25, 2022 Zac Oakes

The Russell County Sheriff’s Office arrested two Russell Springs residents last night. Gaven M. Bernard, age 18, was arrested by Deputy Phipps and charged with wanton endangerment second degree and terroristic threatening third degree. Katlyn […]

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Working Kentuckians may get rebate on 2020 taxes

February 25, 2022 Derek Aaron

Proposed legislation in Frankfort would give some Kentuckians a rebate on taxes paid back in 2020. Keith West files this report for WJRS NEWS… There is also proposed legislation in the state’s capital to make […]

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Bill seeking to address law enforcement staffing concerns advances

February 25, 2022 Derek Aaron

A house bill hopes to address some of the staffing issues facing local law enforcement agencies across Kentucky. HB 414 would remove the age ceiling for applicants as, under the current statute, applicants must be […]

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KY AG: Many see utility bill increases during winter months

February 25, 2022 Derek Aaron

The Kentucky Attorney General’s Office has received numerous complaints this winter related to the rising costs of electric and natural gas. Attorney General Daniel Cameron said many of the reported increases are related to the […]

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New UK Offensive Line Coach Comes from 49ers

February 25, 2022 WJRS Staff

By LARRY VAUGHT Former Kentucky offensive coordinator Tony Franklin believes that Kentucky players are going to love new offensive line coach Zach Yenser. “He is a really good human being that is a good dude. […]

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Russell County’s COVID incidence rate dropping

February 24, 2022 Zac Oakes

Russell County’s COVID incidence rate continues to drop, as Russell County now is at 36th in number of cases per 100,000 population and 7th among the 10 counties in the Lake Cumberland District. 17 new […]

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Glenda Kay Bryant, age 79, of Russell Springs

February 24, 2022 Sean Hammond

Glenda Kay Bryant, of Russell Springs, passed away on Wednesday, February 23, 2022, at her home.  She was 79 years of age. Glenda was born in Columbia, on August 22, 1942, daughter of the late […]

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Voter roll purge ongoing in Kentucky

February 24, 2022 Derek Aaron

The Kentucky Secretary of State’s Office is asking registered voters to check their mailboxes for postcards sent by the State Board of Elections this week. As required by federal and state law, election officials are […]

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Obituaries

  • Kristinea Wilson, age 61, of Russell Springs
    January 26, 2023
  • Catherine Helen Darnell, age 92, of Columbia
    January 26, 2023
  • Carolyn Sue Bernard Landers, age 85, formerly of Russell Springs
    January 23, 2023
  • Royce Ray McQueary, age 78 of Russell Springs
    January 18, 2023
  • Sherrie Lynn Luttrell, 54, of Windsor
    January 18, 2023

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