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September 17, 2026

WJRS NEWS HEADLINES

[ September 17, 2026 ] Rep. Branscum Comments on Housing Report During Committee Meeting WJRS News
[ September 17, 2026 ] Special Antlerless Deer Season Set for Lake Cumberland Counties WJRS News
[ September 17, 2026 ] Danny Chumbley, 56, of Russell Springs Obituaries
[ September 17, 2026 ] Murder Suspect Apprehended After Weeks on The Run WJRS News
[ September 17, 2026 ] Russell Springs Man Killed, Wife Critically Injured in Cumberland Parkway Crash WJRS News

Russell Springs man arrested on first degree stalking charge

April 1, 2022 Derek Aaron

A Russell Springs man has been arrested by Kentucky State Police on a first degree stalking charge, according to jail records. James Brown, age 18, was taken into custody Thursday on the stalking charge and […]

Wayne County man convicted on rape charges

April 1, 2022 Derek Aaron

A man in neighboring Wayne County was convicted on rape charges on Thursday. Jose Anibal Figuerda Sanchez, age 48, was convicted on five counts of rape in the first degree and four counts of rape […]

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.
Community Conversation 9-16
Jeff Hoover talks with Russell County Jaycee Leonard Coppage about the ninth annual Convoy for Kids, coming up October 17th at the Russell County Fairgrounds. They discuss the new truck show, classic cars and tractors, the convoy route, and how the event raises money for Toys for Tots.
Community Conversation 9-15
Jeff Hoover talks with Crystal Popplewell of Lake Cumberland Tourism about the success of the Poker Run and the continued growth of tourism in the area. They also discuss the extension of Food Truck Friday through October 30th, including the special themes and community events planned for the coming weeks.
Community Conversation 9-14
Jeff Hoover talks with students and leaders from the Russell County High School Next Gen Civics Club about the program’s growth, hands-on experience with local government, and the impact it is having on students. They also discuss the students’ involvement in the upcoming Greasy Creek Roadside Park groundbreaking and ribbon-cutting ceremony.
Lakers vs Belfry
Russell County vs Belfry from Friday, September 11th.