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Early voting begins today
Registered voters in Russell County can begin heading to the polls to cast their ballots today. Early voting in Russell County begins today, with polls open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the South […]
Month: May 2022
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Transformer explosion causes power outages locally
Russell Springs Fire Chief Bobby Johnson told WJRS News fire crews responded to a reported explosion at a power substation off Highway 1729 Wednesday evening that resulted in several people in the Russell Springs area […]
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Wright files for Jamestown City Council
Incumbent Jamestown City Councilman Tony H. Wright has filed for re-election to the city’s legislative body. Wright filed for re-election yesterday. He joins Barry Coffey and Ada Marcum-Lawson as candidates filing for Jamestown City Council.
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Adair man living under bridge arrested for sex offender registration violations
An Adair County man who was living under a bridge was arrested for violating sex offender registration requirements. According to the Adair County Sheriff’s Office, 45-year-old Jesse Cross was arrested for not being in Compliance […]
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Daniel Cameron files for governor race
A third Republican candidate will be joining the race for Kentucky Governor. Kentucky Attorney General Daniel Cameron has entered the race, joining State Auditor Mike Harmon and Agriculture Commissioner Ryan Quarles. Incumbent Democratic Governor Andy […]
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County approves working budget for next fiscal year
The Russell County Fiscal Court approved its working budget for the upcoming fiscal year at Monday’s meeting of the fiscal court. The $15 million budget was approved by the court, and Judge Executive Gary Robertson […]
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Hospital board approves wage scale changes for employees
The Russell County Hospital Board of Directors approved changes to the wage scale at the healthcare facility following the recommendation of CEO Scott Thompson. Thompson said he believes the 2.5 percent increase across the board […]
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Local gas prices continue sharp rise
Following the national trend, local gas prices continue their sharp rise. As of Tuesday evening, multiple gas stations in Russell Springs were charging $4.19/gallon, a record-high. A couple stations in the county were reporting slightly […]
Local Sports
RCMS Girls soccer falls to Wayne County
The Russell County Middle School Soccer Team fell to Wayne County in the middle school district championship last night by a score of 3-1. The Lady Lakers made it to the district championship with wins […]
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Russell County continues win streak with win over Green County
Senior pitcher Cody Luttrell put together another solid performance on the mound Tuesday night, pitching six innings and striking out 9, while giving up just three hits and one run as the Russell County Lakers […]