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  • [ September 22, 2023 ] Jamestown lowering tax rates WJRS News
  • [ September 22, 2023 ] Beshear says Russell County receiving over $143K in state road funds WJRS News
  • [ September 22, 2023 ] Laker Football hosts East Jessamine tonight Local Sports
  • [ September 22, 2023 ] Lady Laker Soccer wins big on senior night Local Sports
  • [ September 22, 2023 ] Local gas prices slightly lower than neighboring counties WJRS News
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Russell County with dip in COVID numbers post holiday

December 30, 2022 Derek Aaron

The Kentucky Department for Public Health reported 11 new COVID cases in Russell County this week, a decrease from last week’s total of 28. The numbers were delayed this week due to the Christmas holiday. […]

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Deadline to avoid property tax penalties coming soon

December 30, 2022 Zac Oakes

Those who haven’t paid their 2022 property tax bills have a limited amount of time to do so before incurring penalties. The courthouse will be closed today and Monday, including the sheriff’s office, but anyone […]

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RS Fire crews work scene of car fire

December 29, 2022 Zac Oakes

The Russell Springs Fire Department responded to a car fire Wednesday afternoon. According to Fire Chief Bobby Johnson, fire crews were called out Tuesday afternoon just after 2 p.m. to a car fire on Coon […]

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Lady Lakers win in opening round of Bankers Hardwood Classic

December 29, 2022 Zac Oakes

The Lady Lakers won their opening round matchup in the Bankers Hardwood Classic Wednesday night, taking down Green County 50-36. Rachel Bolin led the scoring for Russell County in the win, finishing with 17 points. […]

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‘Refresh’ of local hospital in the works

December 29, 2022 Derek Aaron

A $138,000 refresh of Russell County Hospital is in the works following approval from the hospital’s board of directors earlier this week. Hospital CEO Scott Thompson talked to WJRS NEWS about the changes to come… […]

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Lakers fall on the road at Wayne County

December 29, 2022 Zac Oakes

The Russell County Lakers fell on the road to Wayne County Wednesday night. The Lakers fell by a score of 67-40. The Lakers will be back at Wayne County today as part of the Monticello […]

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Crews still working water issues throughout county

December 29, 2022 Zac Oakes

Utility crews are continuing repair work on water lines throughout the county. Crews are still responding to calls of leaks, burst pipes, and other water-related issues. Yesterday evening, crews were working to repair water line […]

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Additional boil water advisories added by city of RS

December 29, 2022 Derek Aaron

The city of Russell Springs issued a couple of additional boil water advisories on Wednesday due to issues caused by the recent extreme cold temperatures. One advisory was issued for Highway 76 in Eli starting […]

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Community blood drive is today

December 29, 2022 Derek Aaron

The Russell County Community Blood Drive takes place today, going from 11:30 a.m. until 6 p.m. at the South Kentucky RECC Community Room at 2405 N. Main Street in Jamestown. Donors will be entered to win […]

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Voter registration drops in Russell County, rises statewide

December 29, 2022 Zac Oakes

New data from the Kentucky Board of Elections shows voter registration in Russell County has dropped over the past month. In the October report, Russell County had 14,528 registered voters. In November, that dropped to […]

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Obituaries

  • Limmy McGowan, age 63, of Jamestown
    September 6, 2023
  • Samantha Maria McNay, age 28, of Columbia
    September 6, 2023
  • Larry G. Kinnett, age 75, of Russell Springs
    September 5, 2023
  • Wanda Lawless, age 87, of Jamestown
    August 31, 2023
  • Ronnie Johnson, age 90, of Jamestown
    August 31, 2023

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