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Jamestown City Council to meet this evening

August 15, 2024 Zac Oakes
The Jamestown City Council will hold its regular monthly meeting this evening. The council will meet at 6 p.m. at City Hall. The meeting is open to the public and we’ll have more on tomorrow’s […]
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Russell Springs woman arrested on multiple charges

August 15, 2024 Zac Oakes
A Russell Springs woman was arrested on multiple charges yesterday afternoon. According to reports, 55-year-old Judy A. Walters of Russell Springs was arrested and charged with possession of methamphetamine, possession of drug paraphernalia, and shoplifting. […]
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Obituaries

Eldridge B. Richards, age 88, of Jamestown

August 14, 2024 Sean Hammond
Eldridge B. Richards, 88, of Jamestown, passed away Tuesday, August 13th surrounded by family. Eldridge was born in Jamestown, KY on September 25, 1935, a son of the late Velma (Grider) and Marlin Richards. He […]
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Ivan Tucker, age 86, of Russell County

August 14, 2024 Sean Hammond
Ivan Tucker, age 86, of Russell County, Kentucky, passed away on Tuesday, August 13, 2024, at Fair Oaks Nursing and Rehabilitation in Jamestown, Kentucky, where he had been a resident for the last two years. […]
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Laker soccer picks up win in season opener

August 14, 2024 Zac Oakes
Playing in its season opener at home last night, the Laker soccer team picked up a 1-0 victory over Glasgow. The JV team was also victorious over the Scotties. The Laker soccer team will be […]
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Russell County Schools served nearly 130 thousand meals this summer

August 14, 2024 Zac Oakes
It’s been a busy summer for the Russell County Schools nutrition staff. Jessica Holt, the district’s director of school nutrition, spoke to WJRS News about the summer meal program the district operates. Holt said district […]
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RCMS Lady Lakers get season underway

August 14, 2024 Zac Oakes
The Russell County Middle School Lady Laker Basketball teams got their season underway this week. On Monday, the Lady Lakers dropped 3 games to Southern Middle School. The 6th grade team fell 31-17, 7th grade […]
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Transportation Cabinet working to make sure 127 project doesn’t cause more traffic problems as school starts

August 14, 2024 Zac Oakes
Highway 127 through Russell Springs is a heavily traveled road, and even more so during the school year. With a major project ongoing on Highway 127 and the first day of school just one week […]
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KSP releases details from weekend fatal accident in Millerfield community

August 14, 2024 Zac Oakes
Kentucky State Police Post 15 released details last night about the fatal lawnmower vs truck accident that occurred on Saturday. According to state police, the collision occurred Saturday just before 4 p.m. when a truck […]
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Lamb appointed to ambulance board

August 14, 2024 Zac Oakes
The Russell County Ambulance Board will soon have a new member. Russell County Judge Executive Randy Marcum announced he was appointing Patti Lamb as the newest member of the local board. Lamb is set to […]
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Recent Podcasts

  • Community Conversation 8-24

    Susan Toby, chairperson of the Lake Cumberland Walk to End Alzheimer’s, joins Jeff Hoover to discuss Alzheimer’s awareness, early warning signs, the importance of early diagnosis and treatment, and how the community can support families affected by the disease. Toby also shares details about the upcoming Walk to End Alzheimer’s in Somerset on September 27th and how listeners can participate or support the cause.

  • Lakers vs Adair County

    Russell County vs Adair County from Friday, August 21st.

  • Community Conversation 8-19

    Jeff Hoover talks with Russell County High School FFA state champion public speakers Piper Garmon and recent graduate Kendall Melton. The two share their experiences competing at the state level, their winning speeches, and how FFA has helped them build confidence, discover opportunities, and prepare for their futures in agriculture and education.

  • Community Conversation 8-18

    Jeff Hoover talks with Kentucky Lieutenant Governor and Democratic candidate for governor Jacqueline Coleman about her campaign, education, school funding, Kentucky’s budget, working with the legislature, and her vision for the future of the Commonwealth. Coleman also discusses her background as an educator, coach, and mother and what sets her apart in the Democratic primary.

  • Community Conversation 8-17

    Jeff Hoover talks with Russell County Schools Director of Security Jackie Grider about school safety, the role of school resource officers, summer training, and the importance of building trust with students, parents, and the community. Grider also shares his personal commitment to helping students make positive choices and succeed.

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