WJRS News
Bill aims to regulate pet shops
A bill making its way through the Kentucky Legislature aims to put certain restrictions in place for pet shops. Charles Baglan files this report from Frankfort.
Year: 2024
Obituaries
Gloria J. Miller, age 73, of Russell Springs
Gloria J. Miller, of Russell Springs, Kentucky, entered eternal rest on February 12, 2024, peacefully at home. She was born on November 16, 1950, in Adair County to the late Hollis and Irene Burton Jasper. […]
Obituaries
Peggy Ann Snow, age 84, of Russell County
Peggy Ann Snow, 84 years of age, went home to be with Jesus and her awaiting family members on Saturday, February 10, 2024. Peggy was born on November 22, 1939, at least that’s what we […]
Local Sports
Lakers, Lady Lakers pick up road wins ; travel to Clinton County tonight
The Russell County Laker and Lady Laker Basketball teams picked up a pair of wins on the road last night. The Lakers traveled to Danville High School to take on the Admirals, picking up a […]
WJRS News
Fiscal court gives approval to new 911 agreement
The Russell County Fiscal Court gave approval to a new inter-local 911 agreement at its meeting earlier this week. The new agreement calls for a five-year contract, with a clause that allows the parties to […]
WJRS News
Sheriff’s Office releases January activity report
The Russell County Sheriff’s Office has released its monthly activity report for the month of January. Last month, the sheriff’s office responded to 289 calls for service, performed 22 arrests, and worked 20 traffic accidents […]
WJRS News
Russell Springs Fire Dept responds to vehicle fire
The Russell Springs Volunteer Fire Department responded to a vehicle fire on Barnett Drive Saturday night. The fire department was called out late Saturday night just before 11:30 to a truck on fire. Upon arrival, […]
WJRS News
Bill would relax restrictions on purchasing pseudoephedrine
A bill working its way through the Kentucky Legislature would relax restrictions on purchasing a well-known allergy medication. Keith West files this report from Frankfort. Stay tuned to WJRS News for more on the latest […]
WJRS News
Russell Springs beginning to take orders for veteran banners
The City of Russell Springs is now taking orders for the veteran banners that are displayed on Main Street each year. Brian “Hooty” Stephens operates the program for the city, and told members of the […]
Local Sports
RCMS Volleyball wins 2 of 3 over Clinton County
The Russell County Middle School Volleyball team won 2 of 3 over Clinton County on the road earlier this week. The 6th grade and 7th grade teams each came away with 2-0 wins, while the […]