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Bill to abolish death penalty in Kentucky proposed

January 5, 2024 Zac Oakes
A bill to abolish the death penalty in Kentucky was proposed this week. House Bill 38 was proposed earlier this week and would eliminate the death penalty in Kentucky. All people who have been sentenced […]
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Obituaries

Versie Mae Luttrell Terry, age 86, of Dunnville

January 4, 2024 Sean Hammond
Versie Mae Luttrell Terry, a proud resident of Dunnville, Kentucky, was welcomed home by her Savior, Jesus on Wednesday, January 3, 2024, at her home. She was 86. She was born January 13th, 1937, in […]
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Lakers host Adair in 2A Tournament matchup tonight

January 4, 2024 Zac Oakes
The Russell County Laker Basketball team will host Adair County in a Kentucky 2A, Section 4 tournament matchup at Laker Gym tonight. Tip-off for tonight’s game is scheduled for 5:30 p.m. The Indians enter as […]
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Sewer Problems Continue at Ag Expo Center in Liberty, No Solution in Sight

January 4, 2024 WJRS Staff
Sewer problems at the popular Ag Expo center in neighboring Liberty continue, and Liberty city officials say no quick fix is coming. According to a recent story in the Casey County News, city officials are […]
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Russell, surrounding counties saved thousands of lives through blood donation last year

January 4, 2024 Zac Oakes
Yesterday, we brought you an update on some statistics from mobile blood drives in Russell County last year. Today, we take a look at other neighboring counties as well. In total, 104 mobile blood drives […]
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Clinton County School Board to Meet Tonight, Hiring of Superintendent Not on Agenda

January 4, 2024 WJRS Staff
The Clinton County Board of Education is scheduled to meet in special this evening, but it appears the board will not take action on the hiring of a new Superintendent. The Clinton County School district […]
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Commodity distribution is today

January 4, 2024 Zac Oakes
The monthly commodity distribution with the Russell County Fiscal Court and Feeding America Kentucky’s Heartland will take place today. Commodity distribution will begin at 10:30 this morning at the Russell County Fairgrounds. Those who are […]
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Russell County paramedic selected for 2024 Kentucky EMS Leadership Academy

January 4, 2024 Zac Oakes
A Russell County paramedic is one of 15 EMS professionals selected to participate in the 4th annual Kentucky EMS Leadership Academy. Russell County paramedic/supervisor Jordan Russell was selected to participate in the program. The academy, […]
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Two men now facing charges from incident in Monticello last week

January 4, 2024 Zac Oakes
Two men are now facing charges from an incident last week in Wayne County, in which a person was held at knife-point, assaulted, and robbed. According to reports, the two men, identified as Austin Lee […]
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Maggie Mae Plescia, age 36, Formerly of Russell County

January 3, 2024 Sean Hammond
Maggie Mae Plescia, age 36, of Lexington, KY passed away Sunday, December 31 2023 at Her residence. She was born on Thursday, April 02 1987, in Berwyn, Illinois . She was the daughter of: Mother […]
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  • Community Conversation 9-25

    Jeff Hoover talks with Cloyd Bumgardner, Deputy Pulaski County Judge-Executive and longtime educator, about the upcoming Technology Showcase at the Center for Rural Development in Somerset. They discuss the free regional event, which will feature robotics, drones, artificial intelligence, virtual reality, 3D printing, skilled trades, electric vehicles and more, along with opportunities for students and the public to explore careers in technology.

  • Community Conversation 9-23

    Jeff Hoover talks with Russell County High School boys golf coach Brandon Selby about the Lakers’ season, senior Gabe Browning’s qualification for the state semifinal, and the team’s young roster. They also discuss plans for a new Laker Golf Academy featuring two golf simulators, a putting area and workout space.

  • Community Conversation 9-21

    Jeff Hoover talks with Ethan Selby of the Lake Cumberland Regional College and Workforce Center about SkillsUSA and the hands-on career programs available to students. They also discuss the upcoming SkillsUSA car show, how students help organize and run the event, and how the proceeds help support SkillsUSA activities throughout the year.

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    Russell County vs Taylor County from Friday, September 18th.

  • Community Conversation 9-18

    Jeff Hoover talks with Daniel Buster from the City of Russell Springs and Wayne Lynch from the Ol' Boys Toys Car Club about the monthly car shows on Main Street in Russell Springs. They discuss this Saturday’s trophy show, food trucks, live music, the Russell County Elementary School band fundraiser, and how the car club gives back to the community.

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