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Russell Springs Council set to meet this morning

August 18, 2023 Zac Oakes
The Russell Springs City Council will meet in special session this morning at 7 a.m. The council is expected to have a second reading and vote on the ordinance on water and sewer tap costs, […]
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Lake Cumberland named top Water Tourism Spot in state

August 17, 2023 Zac Oakes
Lake Cumberland was named the top Water Tourism Spot in Kentucky by Kentucky Living Magazine. Lake Cumberland beat out Green River Lake in Campbellsville and Rough River Dam State Park for the award. The annual […]
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Meet the Lakers is this evening

August 17, 2023 Zac Oakes
Meet the Lakers will take place this evening at Russell County High School’s Finley Field. The gates will open at 5 p.m. with the event starting at 6. There will be special introductions of the […]
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Improvements planned for local 911 center

August 17, 2023 Zac Oakes
The fiscal court discussed some planned improvements at the local 911 center at this week’s fiscal court meeting. That includes a grant for a new recorder, as well as other improvements. Judge Executive Randy Marcum […]
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Lady Laker Volleyball opens district play tonight

August 17, 2023 Zac Oakes
The Russell County Lady Laker Volleyball team will look to get another win tonight as they open district play against the Metcalfe County Lady Hornets. The Lady Lakers opened their season with a win in […]
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Russell County teens have strong performance at shooting sports competition

August 17, 2023 Zac Oakes
Russell County 15-18 year olds performed well at the 4-H Shooting Sports competition in Adair County recently. Here’s how Russell County’s team members performed. Vinson Kerns placed first in the air pistol and second in […]
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Local gas prices continue to climb

August 17, 2023 Zac Oakes
Local gas prices continue to climb, with the average price of gas in Russell County sitting at around $3.54 according to AAA. The average price locally has jumped 14 cents over the last week. Russell […]
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Jamestown City Council to meet this evening

August 17, 2023 Zac Oakes
The Jamestown City Council will hold its regular monthly meeting this evening. The council will likely hold the second reading and vote on an ordinance that will raise water and sewer rates. The council will […]
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Herl D. Robertson, age 85, of Russell Springs

August 16, 2023 WJRS Staff
Herl D. Robertson, age 85, of Russell Springs, passed away Monday, August 14th, at Russell County Hospital.   Herl was born in Russell Springs on April 23, 1938, a son of the late Dorothy (Cooper) and […]
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Rocket Docket program grounded for now

August 16, 2023 Zac Oakes
The Rocket Docket program is grounded, for now at least. Commonwealth’s Attorney Matthew Leveridge appeared before the fiscal court earlier this week and requested the program, which has been in operation for 12 years, not […]
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Recent Podcasts

  • Community Conversation 9-9

    Sean Hammond talks with members of the 606 Jeep Association and Russell Springs about the upcoming Jeeps & Jokers Poker Run. They discuss the five-stop poker run, Jeep Show & Shine, kids’ Power Wheels obstacle course, food trucks, vendors, prizes, and how the event supports Russell County Jaycees Toys for Tots. Whether you own a Jeep or just want to enjoy a fun day with the community, everyone is invited!

  • Community Conversation 9-8

    Tourism Director Danielle Wilson joins Sean Hammond on Community Conversation to discuss tourism in Russell County, the upcoming Lake Cumberland Poker Run, the Chamber Golf Scramble, the success of Food Truck Fridays, and the continued growth of local tourism. Tune in for a look at the events, people, and opportunities keeping Russell County busy beyond the summer season.

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  • Community Conversation 9-3

    Jeff Hoover talks with legendary Kentucky high school basketball coach Allen Feldhaus Jr. following his induction into the Kentucky High School Basketball Hall of Fame. Coach Feldhaus reflects on his 41-year coaching career, his father’s influence, the 2013 state championship, and the lasting relationships basketball has created throughout his career.

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