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Ottis Hines, age 84, of Russell Springs

March 1, 2022 Sean Hammond

Ottis Hines, 84, of Russell Springs, KY, passed away Monday, February 28th, at Russell County Hospital surrounded by his family.Ottis was born in Somerset, KY on March 2, 1937, a son of the late Fannie […]

Added layer of security coming to RSES entryway

March 1, 2022 Derek Aaron

Russell Springs Elementary is the lone school in the county without an added layer of doorway security upon entry. The Russell County Board of Education continued taking steps to correct that problem at their regular […]

Proposed legislation introduced to allow sports wagering in KY

March 1, 2022 Derek Aaron

Monday began with a bang as bipartisan legislation was proposed to allow sports wagering in Kentucky. Keith West has more from Frankfort for WJRS NEWS…

RCEA names McGowan as certified employee of the month

March 1, 2022 Derek Aaron

Leslie McGowan, a teacher at Russell County Middle School, has been named the Russell County Education Association’s Certified Employee of the Month. RCEA President Brooke Bartrug presented McGowan with a check for $100 at this […]

Oscar Tshiebwe Set to Become Only Third Player in UK History with 500 Rebounds

March 1, 2022 WJRS Staff

By LARRY VAUGHT Only seven UK players have ever had 400 or more rebounds in a single season and Oscar Tshiebwe is one of them. After pulling off 18 rebounds against Arkansas, he has 445 […]

Tornado safety drill to take place Wednesday

March 1, 2022 Derek Aaron

A statewide tornado safety drill will take place tomorrow, Wednesday, March 2 at 9:07 am central time. The drill is being conducted during Severe Weather Awareness Week, which is being observed now through Sunday, March […]

New hunting, fishing license year begins today

March 1, 2022 Derek Aaron

A new license year begins today, March 1st, and the year runs through the end of February 2023 for state hunting and fishing licenses, according to state wildlife officials. Licenses and permits can be purchased […]

Community Conversation 8-12
Superintendent Michael Ford joins Jeff Hoover to discuss the start of the new school year, the latest progress on the new middle school, the completed Laker Band practice area, school facility priorities, teacher recruitment, and the need for substitute teachers across the district.
Community Conversation 8-10
Jeff Hoover talks with Kristina Burton of the Russell County Public Library about the upcoming grand opening of The Green, including the new Bank of Jamestown Pavilion, community events, and opportunities for families. They also discuss the library’s returning homework help program, teen advisory board, book clubs, and other ways the library is serving the Russell County community.
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.