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Garbage routes on normal schedule next week, transfer station closed today and Monday

December 30, 2023 Zac Oakes
Morgan’s Sanitation announced garbage routes will be on normal schedule next week, even with the New Year Holiday. The transfer station will be closed Saturday and Monday due to the holiday. The transfer station will […]
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Obituaries

William K. West, age 97, of Russell Springs

December 29, 2023 WJRS Staff
William K. West, of Russell Springs, passed away at his home on Thursday, December 28, 2023.  He was 97 years of age. Born September 16, 1926, in Russell County, he was a son of the […]
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Jamestown Police make two arrests Friday morning

December 29, 2023 Zac Oakes
The Jamestown Police Department made two arrests early Friday morning. According to reports, Jamestown Police arrested 45-year-old Jill Popplewell and charged her with trafficking in more than two grams of methamphetamine, possession of marijuana, possession […]
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Lady Lakers win by 67 over Caverna; Lakers knock off Pulaski County

December 29, 2023 Zac Oakes
The Lady Lakers came away with a big win in their second game of the Vanous Lloyd Christmas Tournament at Warren Central yesterday, defeating Caverna by 67 points with a final score of 79-12. Addison […]
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Local offices closed today

December 29, 2023 Zac Oakes
There are multiple closings to report today due to the upcoming New Year holidays. Russell Springs City Hall and the Russell County Courthouse will be closed today through Monday. The Circuit Clerk’s Office will be […]
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Mother, son transported to hospital after collision with deer in Sano community

December 29, 2023 Zac Oakes
A mother and son from Adair County were transported to the hospital following a collision with at least two deer on Sano Road early Thursday morning. According to the Adair County Sheriff’s Office, 47-year-old Kimberly […]
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No mention of Adair facility in Beshear’s budget proposal for juvenile detention facilities

December 29, 2023 Zac Oakes
Recently Gov. Andy Beshear released his budget proposal ahead of the upcoming legislative session in which the Kentucky General Assembly will craft the state’s budget for the next two years. A portion of Beshear’s budget […]
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Liberty residents asked to conserve water amid low water levels at Lake Liberty

December 29, 2023 Zac Oakes
Water levels at Lake Liberty in neighboring Casey County are lower than normal due to drought conditions. With water levels so low at the lake, which is the main water supply for the City of […]
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KY Fish and Wildlife accepting donations of natural Christmas trees

December 29, 2023 Zac Oakes
The Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife is accepting donations of natural Christmas trees. From now until January 15, Fish and Wildlife will begin accepting unwanted live Christmas trees for recycling. The donated trees will […]
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Obituaries

Leonard Hadley

December 28, 2023 Sean Hammond
Leonard Hadley, a devoted husband, father, and friend, peacefully passed away December 26, 2023, surrounded by his children. Retired from Fruit of the Loom in Jamestown, Leonard’s true passion was in his farming, cultivating a […]
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