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WJRS NEWS HEADLINES

[ August 16, 2026 ] Albany Teen Crowned National Winner at America’s International Miss Pageant WJRS News
[ August 16, 2026 ] Bobby Popplewell, 95, of Russell Springs Obituaries
[ August 16, 2026 ] Kentucky Wildlife Biologist Explains Recent Black Bear Activity in Lake Cumberland Area WJRS News
[ August 16, 2026 ] Firefighters Evacuate Wayne County Care Home Following Gas Leak WJRS News
[ August 16, 2026 ] Two Teens Arrested in Pulaski County Homicide WJRS News

Kenny Grider, age 77, of Jamestown

January 1, 2024 Sean Hammond

Kenny Grider, 77, of Jamestown, passed away Friday, December 29th, at Jean Waddle Care Center, Somerset, KY Kenny was born in Somerset, KY on June 26, 1946, a son of the late Nina (Beck) and […]

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Monticello woman facing robbery, kidnapping charges

January 1, 2024 Zac Oakes

A Monticello woman has been arrested on numerous felony charges including robbery and kidnapping. According to a report on WKYT Channel 27 of Lexington, Wayne County Sheriff Tim Catron reports the arrest was made following […]

Lois Ellen Norfleet, age 83, of Russell Springs

January 1, 2024 WJRS Staff

Lois Ellen Norfleet, of Russell Springs, passed away Saturday, December 30, 2023, at Fair Oaks Health and Rehabilitation, in Jamestown. She was 83 years of age. Born June 16, 1940, in Carthage, Indiana, she was […]

Several local closings today

January 1, 2024 Zac Oakes

There are several closings to report with the New Year holiday today. Both Russell Springs and Jamestown City Halls will be closed today for the holiday, as will the Russell County Courthouse. The Russell County […]

Russell County Schools back in session tomorrow

January 1, 2024 Zac Oakes

Russell County Schools will be back in session tomorrow as winter break concludes. Motorists are asked to be aware of buses back on the roads and increased traffic around the schools, particularly in the mornings […]

Latest LCDHD Restaurant and Retail Inspections

January 1, 2024 Zac Oakes

The following is the latest retail and restaurant inspections report from the Lake Cumberland District Health Department. Salem Elementary – 99 percent – Walk-in cooler door seals in poor repair and Walk-in cooler freezer door […]

Man being served warrant dies of self-inflicted gunshot wound in Pulaski County

January 1, 2024 Zac Oakes

A man in Pulaski County died of a self-inflicted gunshot wound after deputies attempted to serve warrants on him. According to the Pulaski County Sheriff’s Office, deputies attempted to serve warrants on 46-year-old John Lloyd […]

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.