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Russell County Sample Ballot now available

October 7, 2022 Zac Oakes
The sample ballot for the upcoming November general election in Russell County is now available. The ballot can be viewed, printed, and saved by clicking here to visit the Kentucky Voter Information Center. In November, […]
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‘Abnormally dry’ conditions expand; encompasses all of Lake Cumberland area

October 7, 2022 Derek Aaron
The U.S. Drought Index was updated on Thursday and the latest data shows an expansion of “abnormally dry” conditions across most of the state, including all of Russell County and the rest of the Lake […]
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Abortion rights issue on the ballot in November

October 7, 2022 Derek Aaron
Yesterday we told you about one constitutional issue on the ballot in November. Today, the second constitutional amendment on the ballot is Constitutional Amendment 2, an amendment that will determine the future of abortion rights in […]
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Youth-only deer hunting weekend on tap

October 7, 2022 Derek Aaron
The annual youth-only firearms weekend for deer hunters is this weekend, October 8th and 9th, according to the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife. Youth who are 15 years old or younger may use modern […]
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‘Team Kentucky’ standard license plate option coming soon

October 7, 2022 Derek Aaron
In addition to the current standard license plate design, Kentucky soon will offer a new “Team Kentucky” standard license plate option. The Team Kentucky pays homage to the commonwealth’s famous Kentucky Bluegrass. The plates will […]
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Obituaries

Emma May Hall, age 78, Formerly of Russell County

October 6, 2022 Sean Hammond
Emma May Hall, 78, of Knightstown (Rush County) passed away peacefully at her home on Monday, October 3, 2022. Emma was born February 27, 1944 at home in Jamestown, Kentucky to Wolford and Effie (Morgan) […]
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Experts Believe Will Levis Could be Number One Pick in NFL Draft

October 6, 2022 WJRS Staff
By LARRY VAUGHT ESPN’s Chris Low got UK offensive coordinator Rich Scangarello to make a bold prediction about Kentucky quarterback Will Levis before the Cats played and lost 22-19 at Ole Miss last week when […]
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Report: RCHS students had higher average GPA than state average

October 6, 2022 Zac Oakes
According to a new report from the Kentucky Center for Statistics, Russell County High School students produced a higher average grade point average than the state average. The numbers come from the center’s High School […]
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Constitutional amendment regarding legislature on the ballot in November

October 6, 2022 Derek Aaron
One proposed constitutional change voters will find on their ballot in November is Constitutional Amendment 1, which if passed would give the Kentucky General Assembly the power to call itself into special session and even […]
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Liberty to hold wet/dry vote next month

October 6, 2022 Zac Oakes
The issue of alcohol sales in the city of Liberty will be on the ballot next month. Voters within the city limits of Liberty in neighboring Casey County will have the option next month on […]
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Recent Podcasts

  • Community Conversation 9-25

    Jeff Hoover talks with Cloyd Bumgardner, Deputy Pulaski County Judge-Executive and longtime educator, about the upcoming Technology Showcase at the Center for Rural Development in Somerset. They discuss the free regional event, which will feature robotics, drones, artificial intelligence, virtual reality, 3D printing, skilled trades, electric vehicles and more, along with opportunities for students and the public to explore careers in technology.

  • Community Conversation 9-23

    Jeff Hoover talks with Russell County High School boys golf coach Brandon Selby about the Lakers’ season, senior Gabe Browning’s qualification for the state semifinal, and the team’s young roster. They also discuss plans for a new Laker Golf Academy featuring two golf simulators, a putting area and workout space.

  • Community Conversation 9-21

    Jeff Hoover talks with Ethan Selby of the Lake Cumberland Regional College and Workforce Center about SkillsUSA and the hands-on career programs available to students. They also discuss the upcoming SkillsUSA car show, how students help organize and run the event, and how the proceeds help support SkillsUSA activities throughout the year.

  • Lakers vs Taylor County

    Russell County vs Taylor County from Friday, September 18th.

  • Community Conversation 9-18

    Jeff Hoover talks with Daniel Buster from the City of Russell Springs and Wayne Lynch from the Ol' Boys Toys Car Club about the monthly car shows on Main Street in Russell Springs. They discuss this Saturday’s trophy show, food trucks, live music, the Russell County Elementary School band fundraiser, and how the car club gives back to the community.

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