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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 7-31

    Jeff Hoover talks with Dr. Emiley Button, Director of Nursing at Lindsey Wilson University, about the school's new fully online RN to BSN program. They discuss how the program helps working nurses earn their bachelor's degree, partnerships with area hospitals and Somerset Community College, tuition assistance opportunities, and the growing demand for nurses across Kentucky.

  • Community Conversation 7-30

    Jeff Hoover talks with Gordon Lester of the Russell County Family Resource and Youth Services Center about the annual Back to School Bash at the Russell County Fairgrounds. They discuss free backpacks, school supplies, food, and community support available to Russell County students, along with the year-round work Family Resource Centers do to help local children and families succeed in school.

  • Community Conversation 7-29

    Jeff Hoover talks with Betty McQueary, Director of Laboratory Services at Russell County Hospital, about the hospital's annual Community Health Screening. Betty discusses the strong turnout, what tests are included in the $20 screening, the importance of early detection for conditions such as infections, anemia, and prostate cancer, and how participants can quickly access their results. She also explains the convenience of the screening process and thanks the Russell County School System and hospital staff for helping make the event a success.

  • Community Conversation 7-28

    Former Laker football coach Lucas Ford discusses taking over as director of the Russell County Youth Football League. He shares details on upcoming registration dates, a free youth football camp, and plans to grow the program by teaching fundamentals, building character, and creating a strong foundation for the future of Laker football. Lucas also highlights the importance of community support and getting young athletes involved early in the game.

  • Community Conversation 7-27

    Russell County Public Library Director Cody Gabehart discusses one of the library's biggest summers ever, with record attendance at programs and events, including the popular RCPL Con. He also shares updates on The Green project, featuring a new sensory play space, walking trail, and community pavilion, while highlighting upcoming back-to-school initiatives, tutoring opportunities, and expanded programming designed to serve families and students throughout the year.

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