Month: July 2023

The Jamestown City Council held its first reading of an ordinance that would increase water and sewer rates. The proposed ordinance, which still requires a second reading and vote to pass, includes a 31.5 percent […]

The Russell County School District has announced open house dates with the 2023-2024 school year approaching. Russell Springs, Jamestown, and Salem Elementary schools will have their open houses on Thursday, Aug. 10 from 5-7 p.m. […]

Jonathan Smith, vice president of operations for Branscum Construction, recently spoke with WJRS about the work going on at the new Russell County High School Athletic Complex. Smith said as of now, the company hopes […]

Russell County ranks among the highest in the state for precipitation received over the last five years. According to data from the National Centers for Environmental Information , Russell County has received the second-most precipitation […]

An Adair County man was sentenced to 27 years in prison for child pornography offenses yesterday. According to court documents, Matthew Ross Mouser, 41, produced videos of his sexual abuse of a minor victim, traded […]

The City of Russell Springs received a 2023 Workers’ Compensation Safety Grant. KLC Insurance Services workers’ compensation members receive the money to help fund various programs and services that reduce liability and make the city […]

Republican governor candidate Daniel Cameron has announced his running mate for the upcoming November general election. State Sen. Robby Mills of Henderson will join Cameron on the Republican ticket to take on incumbent Governor Andy […]

The Jamestown City Council is set to discuss water and sewer rates at its regular monthly meeting this evening. The council will meet at 6 p.m. today at City Hall on Main Street. We’ll have […]