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  • [ August 4, 2026 ] Liberty Officials Urge Residents to Continue Water Conservation as Emergency Effort Continues WJRS News
  • [ August 4, 2026 ] Two Area School Districts Delay Start of School Year Due to Construction WJRS News
  • [ August 4, 2026 ] Russell County Airport Board Reviews Website Proposal, Hears Aviation Business Requests WJRS News
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RCHS Volleyball, Soccer teams in action today

August 25, 2022 Zac Oakes

The Lady Laker Volleyball team will play at home tonight, hosting district rival Metcalfe County. The 3-0 Lakers will take on the 1-5 Lady Hornets with freshman taking the court at 5 p.m. with JV […]

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Student loan debt forgiveness plan announced

August 25, 2022 Zac Oakes

Those with student loan debt could soon have all or some of their federal student loans forgiven under a new plan released by the White House Wednesday. Those who earn less than $125,000 per year […]

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A few changes highlight new school year at RCMS

August 25, 2022 Derek Aaron

Some changes have taken place this year at Russell County Middle School and Principal Wayne Ackerman talked with WJRS NEWS about those changes and what students are experiencing as the new school year continues… Mr. […]

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Over 1,300 participate in hospital’s community health screenings

August 25, 2022 Derek Aaron

Russell County Hospital CEO Scott Thompson talked with WJRS NEWS about the success of the hospital’s recent community health screenings after being absent the last two years due to the pandemic…

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Russell County FFA competes at Kentucky State Fair

August 25, 2022 Zac Oakes

Russell County High School FFA members competed in multiple events at the Kentucky State Fair this week. The Dairy Judging team made up of Eli Foley, Will Stephens, Addison Coppage, and Ellie Terry placed 14th […]

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Three local residents indicted in Adair County

August 25, 2022 Zac Oakes

Three local residents were indicted in Adair County Circuit Court this week. Those indicted included the following: Elizabeth Ann Caldwell of Russell Springs: indicted on charges of possession of methamphetamine second offense, possession of drug […]

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11 indicted by Russell County grand jury

August 25, 2022 Zac Oakes

Several people were indicted by a Russell County grand jury this week. Those indicted included the following individuals: Austin Passmore, age 18 of Dunnville, indicted on charges of theft by unlawful taking $1000 or more […]

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School board to meet in special session Friday morning

August 25, 2022 Zac Oakes

The Russell County Board of Education will meet in special session Friday morning. The board will hold a special-called meeting at 9:30 a.m. Friday. The main agenda item is consideration and possible action regarding restrictions […]

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Obituaries

Alexander Hill, age 32, of Russell Springs

August 24, 2022 Sean Hammond

Alexander “Alex” Hill, of Russell Springs, passed away on Tuesday, August 23, 2022, at his home.  He was 32 years of age. Alex was born October 7, 1989, in Somerset. He worked with his dad, […]

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RCHS hires Rexroat to lead softball program

August 24, 2022 Zac Oakes

The interim tag has been removed, as Tonya Rexroat has been hired as the head coach of the Russell County High School Lady Laker Softball team. Rexroat assumed the head coach role on an interim […]

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Recent Podcasts

  • 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.

  • Community Conversation 8-3

    Jeff Hoover is joined by marriage and family therapist Joy Jones to discuss an upcoming community seminar focused on human trafficking awareness. Jones shares her experience working with survivors, explains common warning signs of exploitation, and talks about how parents, educators, churches, and community members can help protect vulnerable individuals through education and awareness.

  • Community Conversation 7-31

    Jeff Hoover talks with Dr. Emiley Button, Director of Nursing at Lindsey Wilson University, about the school's new fully online RN to BSN program. They discuss how the program helps working nurses earn their bachelor's degree, partnerships with area hospitals and Somerset Community College, tuition assistance opportunities, and the growing demand for nurses across Kentucky.

  • Community Conversation 7-30

    Jeff Hoover talks with Gordon Lester of the Russell County Family Resource and Youth Services Center about the annual Back to School Bash at the Russell County Fairgrounds. They discuss free backpacks, school supplies, food, and community support available to Russell County students, along with the year-round work Family Resource Centers do to help local children and families succeed in school.

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