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Commodities to be distributed tomorrow

February 7, 2024 Zac Oakes
Tomorrow is the monthly commodity distribution, according to the Russell County Judge-Executive’s office Judge-Executive Randy Marcum and the Russell County Fiscal Court in conjunction with the Feeding America, Kentucky’s Heartland program, will be giving out […]
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Bill would require policy that prevents cell phone use in classrooms

February 7, 2024 Zac Oakes
A bill making its way through the Kentucky House of Representatives would require school districts to have a cell phone policy that states phones are not allowed to be out during instructional time, with certain […]
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Bernice Johnson, age 84, of Russell Springs

February 7, 2024 Sean Hammond
Bernice Johnson was born April 25, 1939, in Russell Springs, Kentucky.  She loved growing up with her large family and helping on the farm.  She often told stories of the antics she and her brothers […]
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Stacey and Jeff Sheppard Having Fun Watching Their Son, Reed

February 6, 2024 WJRS Staff
Stacey and Jeff Sheppard knew watching their son, Reed, play at Kentucky this season would be a surreal experience at times for the two former UK stars. They have had as much fun as UK […]
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Russell County to host Cumberland County for district doubleheader tonight

February 6, 2024 Zac Oakes
Russell County will host Cumberland County for a basketball district doubleheader tonight. The Lady Lakers will take on the Lady Panthers beginning at 6 p.m. The Lakers will take on the Panthers in the nightcap, […]
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2023 among warmest years on record in Russell County

February 6, 2024 Zac Oakes
2023 ended up being one of the warmest years on record in Russell County. According to data from the National Centers for Environmental Information, the average temperature in 2023 in Russell County was 58.5 degrees. […]
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Sheriff’s Office warning of scam targeting Russell County citizens

February 6, 2024 Zac Oakes
The Russell County Sheriff’s Office is warning residents of a recent scam going around. According to Sheriff Derek Polston, scammers are calling local residents and telling them that an arrest warrant has been issued to […]
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City of Albany lifting emergency declaration as water issues much improved

February 6, 2024 Zac Oakes
The City of Albany is lifting its emergency declaration regarding its recent water issue. The city declared a state of emergency back on January 19 after widespread leaks and other issues caused water outages for […]
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Bill would allow pharmacists to administer vaccines to children 5 and older

February 6, 2024 Zac Oakes
A bill making its way through the Kentucky Legislature would allow pharmacists to administer vaccines to children ages 5 and older. Keith West files this report from Frankfort about House Bill 274. Stay tuned to […]
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Russell Springs receives grant from KY League of Cities

February 6, 2024 Zac Oakes
The City of Russell Springs recently received a liability grant from the Kentucky League of Cities. The liability grant helped fund playground equipment for the city. These funds provided by the organization enable KLC members […]
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Recent Podcasts

  • Community Conversation 9-4

    Jeff Hoover talks with Russell County Opioid Liaison Jennifer Knifley about National Recovery Month, the importance of sharing stories of recovery, Purple Fridays, and the impact addiction has on individuals and families. They also discuss the upcoming Light of Hope Candlelight Ceremony and the message Jennifer wants everyone struggling with addiction to hear: there is always hope.

  • 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.

  • Community Conversation 9-2

    Jeff Hoover talks with Glenna Helm of Burnside Tourism about Thunder Over Burnside, happening this Labor Day weekend at Burnside City Coal Park. They discuss the free event, live bands, food trucks, craft vendors, activities for children, and the fireworks finale.

  • Community Conversation 9-1

    Jeff Hoover talks with Russell County Judge-Executive Randy Marcum about road projects and funding, the county’s 911 and EMS services, the new Air Methods helicopter base, the solar farm project, improvements at Greasy Creek Roadside Park, and the county’s financial outlook heading into the fall.

  • Community Conversation 8-31

    Jeff Hoover sits down with Russell Springs Mayor Eddie Thomas to talk about the busy summer at Russell Springs City Park, progress on the city’s water project, the new nine-hole turf golf course, upcoming community events, improvements to Main Street, and new additions at the park.

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