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RC Schools Food Pantry continues to make difference for students, families

February 26, 2025 Zac Oakes
The Russell County Schools Anchor of Hope Food Pantry continues to make a difference for Russell County students and families. Superintendent Michael Ford provided an update on how many individuals have been served through the […]
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KY Recovery Vocational helping those with substance use disorder prepare for employment

February 26, 2025 Zac Oakes
Kentucky Recovery Vocational in Russell Springs is working to help those with substance use disorder prepare for employment. KRV’s Executive Director Jeric DeVore spoke to WJRS News about the knowledge and experience those in the […]
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Voils says groundbreaking on SEED Academy expected later this spring

February 26, 2025 Zac Oakes
A groundbreaking on the SEED Academy Agritech Science Center could be held later this spring. Russell County Industrial Development Authority Board Chair Clint Voils said they are looking at May for a potential groundbreaking. Voils […]
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Grand jury returns indictments against 10 individuals

February 26, 2025 Zac Oakes
A Russell County grand jury met yesterday and returned indictments against 10 individuals. Those indicted included the following: Allen Keith Booher, 51, of Russell Springs, charged with assault 3rd degree on a jail employee and […]
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Jamestown artist featured in gallery exhibit at LWC

February 26, 2025 Zac Oakes
COLUMBIA, Ky. – When patrons view Dani Ford’s art show at Lindsey Wilson College, it will be not unlike reading her diary. At least that’s how the Jamestown, Kentucky, artist interprets the 10 pieces featured in her show, […]
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Obituaries

Barbara Jean McFarland, age 78, of Russell Springs

February 25, 2025 Sean Hammond
Barbara Jean McFarland, age 78, of Russell Springs, KY passed away Monday, February 24 2025 at Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital. She was born on Saturday, March 23 1946, in Cincinnati, Ohio. She was the daughter […]
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Lady Lakers fall to top-seed Metcalfe in district tournament; Lakers in action tonight

February 25, 2025 Zac Oakes
The Russell County Lady Laker Basketball team fell to the top-seed Metcalfe County Lady Hornets in the district tournament last night by a score of 56-36. With the loss, the Lady Lakers finish their season […]
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School board discusses possible ANC/RCMS canopy project

February 25, 2025 Zac Oakes
Much of yesterday’s school board meeting centered on discussions about a possible canopy project between Russell County Middle School and the ANC. Discussions have been ongoing about a covered walkway between the middle school and […]
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IDA chair says organization maintaining strong financial shape to remain ready to attract business

February 25, 2025 WJRS Staff
Russell County Industrial Development Authority Board Chairman Clint Voils said the IDA continues to look into ways to attract business to Russell County. Voils said part of that is maintaining a strong financial position for […]
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Lindsey Wilson College Business Professor, Russell County native JC Phelps Named Faculty Member in Kentucky Governor’s Scholars Program 

February 25, 2025 Zac Oakes
COLUMBIA, Ky. – Being a Kentucky Governor’s Scholar was a life-changing experience for JC Phelps, and now the Lindsey Wilson College business professor will get to provide the same opportunity for students as a Kentucky […]
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