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McFall falls in Round of 16 in state tennis tournament

June 1, 2023 Zac Oakes

Russell County High School senior Lucas McFall was eliminated in the Round of 16 in the state tennis tournament yesterday. McFall lost to Henry Clay High School Senior Evan Duggal in the Round of 16 […]

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Details still unknown following wreck on Cumberland Parkway yesterday afternoon

June 1, 2023 Zac Oakes

We are still learning details about a two-vehicle collision that occurred on the Cumberland Parkway yesterday afternoon. WJRS News has learned first responders were called out at about 2:30 yesterday afternoon near the 67 mile […]

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Russell Springs Fire Department set to collect donations for Crusade for Children this weekend

June 1, 2023 Zac Oakes

The Russell Springs Volunteer Fire Department is set to collect donations for the WHAS Crusade for Children this weekend. Volunteers will be set up Friday, Saturday, and Sunday at the intersection of Highway 127 and […]

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School board planning renovations of high school science labs

June 1, 2023 Zac Oakes

The Russell County Board of Education approved the use of American Rescue Plan funds to provide needed renovations to science labs at Russell County High School. Superintendent Michael Ford told WJRS News the labs are […]

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Tourism director looks back at Memorial Day, ahead to tourism season on Lake Cumberland

June 1, 2023 Derek Aaron

By all indications, Memorial Day weekend, despite cooler temperatures, was still a success on Lake Cumberland as tourists poured in to the region. The unofficial kickoff to summer is just the first of many tourist-filled […]

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Russell Springs woman arrested after walking nude through neighborhood

June 1, 2023 Zac Oakes

A Russell Springs woman was arrested after reportedly walking through a neighborhood nude. According to Russell Springs Police, Officer Vance Davis was called to Shepherd Drive off Old Columbia Road at around 8 a.m. Tuesday […]

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Free fishing weekend is this weekend in KY

June 1, 2023 Derek Aaron

Gather the family and go fishing the first weekend in June for free in Kentucky. ​​​Fishing is good, clean outdoor fun that everyone can enjoy with a minimal investment in gear and time. Hundreds of […]

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Interim joint committee meetings begin this month in Frankfort

June 1, 2023 Derek Aaron

The first week of committee meetings of the 2023 interim period begin Monday, June 5th for Kentucky lawmakers. An interim joint committee is composed of all members of a Senate standing committee and all members […]

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Recent Podcasts

  • 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.

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