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August 5, 2026

WJRS NEWS HEADLINES

[ August 5, 2026 ] Stephen Davis, 78, of Russell Springs Obituaries
[ August 4, 2026 ] Liberty Officials Urge Residents to Continue Water Conservation as Emergency Effort Continues WJRS News
[ August 4, 2026 ] Two Area School Districts Delay Start of School Year Due to Construction WJRS News
[ August 4, 2026 ] Russell County Airport Board Reviews Website Proposal, Hears Aviation Business Requests WJRS News
[ August 4, 2026 ] Representative Josh Branscum Highlights Transportation Funding WJRS News

Russell Springs Police investigating burglary

January 2, 2025 Zac Oakes

Russell Springs Police are investigating a recent burglary. The burglary occurred earlier this week at a building owned by Shevawn Foley in Russell Springs. Police say they are seeking the community’s help with identifying the […]

Jamestown man arrested in Casey County

January 2, 2025 Zac Oakes

A Jamestown man was arrested in Casey County yesterday morning. 40-year-old James A. Flores was arrested by the Casey County Sheriff’s Office and charged with possession of methamphetamine – second offense, operating a motor vehicle […]

UK Volleyball adds two talented Purdue transfers

January 2, 2025 Zac Oakes

Purdue transfer Lizzie Carr helped the Boilermakers finish 27-7 last season that included a 16-4 mark in the competitive Big Ten. She averaged 1.52 kills per set and hit .301. Carr also averaged 0.63 blocks […]

Liberty man flown out following single-vehicle wreck in Adair County

January 1, 2025 Zac Oakes

A Liberty man was flown out following a single-vehicle wreck in Adair County Monday morning. Reports are 34-year-old Brandon Poff of Liberty was operating a a 2008 Honda CRV traveling east on Liberty Road at […]

New Year Closings

January 1, 2025 Zac Oakes

The new year brings several closings around the county. City Halls in both Jamestown and Russell Springs will be closed today. The Russell County Courthouse will be closed today, as well as the Russell County […]

New vision exam requirement for driver’s license renewals begins today

January 1, 2025 Zac Oakes

A new law requiring a vision exam for all driver’s license renewals goes into effect today. Vision screenings can be completed at no cost at any regional driver’s license office. There are regional driver’s license […]

Community Conversation 8-5
Jeff Hoover is joined by Democratic gubernatorial candidate Rocky Adkins to discuss his campaign for Kentucky governor. Adkins reflects on his decades of public service, outlines his vision for the state's future, and shares his priorities for economic development, education, healthcare, and working across party lines. He also talks about how his and his wife's experiences as cancer survivors have shaped his perspective on leadership and public service.
Community Conversation 8-4
Russell County Judge-Executive Randy Marcum provides an update on county government, including the new fiscal year budget, the upcoming property tax rate process, and more than $1 million in planned road improvement projects. He also discusses the community commodities program, construction progress on the new Russell County Hospital and Extension Office, the opening of Air Methods at the Russell County Airport, and other developments aimed at improving services and supporting future growth across the county.
Community Conversation 8-3
Jeff Hoover is joined by marriage and family therapist Joy Jones to discuss an upcoming community seminar focused on human trafficking awareness. Jones shares her experience working with survivors, explains common warning signs of exploitation, and talks about how parents, educators, churches, and community members can help protect vulnerable individuals through education and awareness.
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.