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Obituaries

Anthony Kemp, age 29, of Jamestown

November 30, 2024 WJRS Staff

Anthony Kemp, age  29, of Jamestown, passed away Tuesday, November 26th at his home. Anthony was born in Somerset, Kentucky on August 3, 1995, a son of Crystal Kemp, of Jamestown and Steve Taylor, of […]

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Nancy Louise Leigh, age 84, of Russell Springs

November 30, 2024 WJRS Staff

Nancy Louise Leigh was born August 8, 1940, at her grandparents’ home, located off Highway 910 in the Irvin’s Store Area.  She passed from this life on November 27, 2024, making her 84 years of […]

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Christmas on the Square is next Saturday

November 30, 2024 Zac Oakes

The annual Christmas on the Square event will take place in Jamestown next Saturday. Organizers of the event moved it to Saturday this year. The last few years, the event was held on a Friday. […]

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Russell Springs Christmas Parade is today

November 30, 2024 Zac Oakes

The annual Russell Springs Christmas Parade will take place this evening on Main Street. The parade will get underway at about 5 p.m. and will include the usual mix of floats, classic vehicles, and performances […]

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Russell Springs Christmas Parade is tomorrow

November 29, 2024 Zac Oakes

The annual Russell Springs Christmas Parade will take place tomorrow on Main Street. The parade will get underway at about 5 p.m. tomorrow and will include the usual mix of floats, classic vehicles, and performances […]

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Hospital construction plan moving along

November 29, 2024 Zac Oakes

The plans for an expansion and renovation at Russell County Hospital continue to move along. Hospital CEO Scott Thompson gave WJRS News an update on where things stand in the process. The hospital received about […]

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State Police arrest Florida man

November 29, 2024 Zac Oakes

A Florida man was arrested locally by Kentucky State Police yesterday afternoon. According to reports, 64-year-old Dwayne Creasman of Fort Pierce, Florida, was arrested and charged with operating a motor vehicle under the influence of […]

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Feasibility study shows promising results for hopes of destination resort on General Burnside Island

November 29, 2024 Zac Oakes

Hopes of one day building a destination resort on General Burnside Island in Pulaski County gained some more momentum after a recent feasibility study provided positive results to area officials. Hunden Brothers, a real estate […]

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Several closings today

November 29, 2024 Zac Oakes

There are several closings across the county today. This includes the city halls in Jamestown and Russell Springs, the Russell County Circuit Clerk’s office and the Russell County Courthouse, which will all be closed today. […]

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UK Football recruiting still in solid shape

November 29, 2024 Zac Oakes

By Larry Vaught   Kentucky’s record has not had a devastating impact on football recruiting with national signing day almost here. On3’s recruiting rankings have Kentucky No. 23 in the 2025 recruiting race. Last year […]

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  • 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

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    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.

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