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Obituaries

Darrell Roy, age 77, of Russell Springs

May 29, 2025 Sean Hammond
Darrell Roy, age 77, of Russell Springs, KY passed away Thursday, May 29 2025 at Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital. He was born on Saturday, May 01 1948, in Somerset, Kentucky. He was the son of: […]
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Zoning board passes drug treatment facility issue to city council

May 29, 2025 WJRS Staff
Concern over the location of drug treatment facilities and clinics has prompted the Russell Springs Planning and Zoning Committee to request the Russell Springs City Council take immediate and decisive action.  In a special called […]
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Fiscal court to hold special-called meeting tomorrow

May 29, 2025 Zac Oakes
The Russell County Fiscal Court will hold a special-called meeting tomorrow. The court will meet at 11 a.m. to discuss some ongoing issues at the transfer station. Issues at the transfer station have led to […]
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UK Basketball Coach Mark Pope and Wildcats to host camp at RCHS

May 29, 2025 Zac Oakes
University of Kentucky Basketball coach Mark Pope and the Kentucky Wildcats will host a satellite camp at Russell County High School next month. This camp is going to be offered free to the first 125 […]
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Eight people indicted by grand jury

May 29, 2025 Zac Oakes
Eight people were indicted by a Russell County grand jury this week. Presley Pickard, age 24, of Russell Springs, charged with assault second degree, wanton endangerment first degree, and being a persistent felony offender. Jack […]
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RCH still looking forward to expansion despite construction delays

May 29, 2025 Zac Oakes
Despite some recent construction delays, Russell County Hospital is continuing to look forward toward its planned expansion and renovation. Russell County Hospital CEO Scott Thompson gave WJRS News a look at recent updates with the […]
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Russell Springs man arrested on drug charges

May 29, 2025 Zac Oakes
A Russell Springs man was arrested on drug charges just after midnight. The Russell County Sheriff’s Office arrested 35-year-old Alecs Crossland just after midnight. He’s charged with illegal possession of a legend drug, possession of […]
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Jamestown Council to meet this evening

May 29, 2025 Zac Oakes
The Jamestown City Council will meet in special session this evening at 6 p.m. The council is expected to take up items including the first reading of the city’s 25-26 budget, as well as a […]
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Reese Potter believes he can initiate the offense if needed like Amari Williams did

May 29, 2025 Zac Oakes
by LARRY VAUGHT Reece Potter grew up loving University of Kentucky basketball and the former Lexington Catholic standout understands his transfer back home from Miami (Ohio) to UK does put a little pressure on him. […]
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Tight end Henry Boyer believes he can help UK’s offense in a variety of ways

May 29, 2025 Zac Oakes
by LARRY VAUGHT What made Kentucky the right school when tight end Henry Boyer decided to leave Illinois after three years where he played in 25 games with two starts? “I came down here on […]
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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.

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    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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  • 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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