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Russell Springs man arrested for stealing automobile

May 2, 2022 Zac Oakes

A Russell Springs man was arrested late Friday night for stealing an automobile. Terry Popplewell, 43, was arrested by the Russell County Sheriff’s Office and charged with theft of an automobile valued between $1,000 and […]

Over 10,000 new KY voters ahead of primary

May 2, 2022 Derek Aaron

Voter registration recently saw a boost ahead of the May primary election here in Kentucky. Back in March, voter registration increased by 3,817 voters, with 10,698 new registrations, while 6,881 voters were removed – 5,874 […]

Grant funding available to assist in preventing youth crime

May 2, 2022 Derek Aaron

Gov. Andy Beshear and Kentucky Department of Juvenile Justice Commissioner Vicki Reed have announced that applications are available for $364,600 in grant funding for public agencies and nonprofit programs to aid in preventing youth crime […]

Mutual Trust and Respect for Others is Foundation for a Great Society

May 1, 2022 WJRS Staff

OP-ED By TOMMY DRUEN Every once in a while a comedy film is released that is highly quotable. It typically isn’t very profound, but there is a certain genius to it that is difficult to […]

Vince “Big Dog” Marrow Says NFL Draft is Testament to Job Mark Stoops Has Done

May 1, 2022 WJRS Staff

By LARRY VAUGHTSuccess can be measured in a lot of different ways for Kentucky football. It could be two recent 10-win seasons. It could be four straight bowl victories and six straight bowl appearances.However, nothing […]

Dwight (Smiley) Richards, age 79, of Jamestown

May 1, 2022 Sean Hammond

Dwight (Smiley) Richards, 79, of Jamestown, KY, passed away Saturday, April 30th, at Russell County Hospital, Russell Springs.Smiley was born in Jamestown, KY on January 29, 1943, a son of the late Bessie (Hoskins) and […]

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.