Month: June 2025

The Russell Springs City Council approved a new zoning law last night that places restrictions on alcohol and drug treatment entities in the city. Under the new ordinance, alcohol and drug treatment entities would not […]

Near the end of the Russell County Fiscal Court meeting this week, Sheriff Derek Polston addressed the court about a new law concerning side-by-side utility vehicles. Senate Bill 63 allows street-legal special-purpose vehicles, like a […]

The Russell County High School FFA chapter had a strong showing at the Kentucky FFA Convention in Lexington this week. Kendall Melton placed second overall in the Greenhouse Public Speaking contest. Myah Connor and Callie […]

Tourism spending in Russell County saw a significant increase last year. New data released this week shows tourism spending in Russell County last year was around $55 million, which is up around $6.6 million from […]

A groundbreaking ceremony will be held at Russell County Hospital for the expansion project later this month. The groundbreaking will take place on Monday, June 30 at 11 a.m. The expansion will provide a new […]

KY 767 in Adair County will be temporarily closed starting Monday, June 16, 2025, as crews work to replace a cross drain beneath the roadway. The closure will affect KY 767 between mile point 2.35 […]

A Jamestown woman was arrested on drug charges last night. 43-year-old Andrea D. Gaskins was arrested by Russell Springs Police and charged with trafficking in methamphetamine second offense, possession of marijuana, possession of drug paraphernalia, […]

Authorities are investigating a reported vandalism at the Mill Springs Mill. Authorities say the vandalism occurred last weekend. Lake Cumberland staff documented damage and destruction to the public restrooms at the recreation area. Jonathan Friedman, […]

The United States Small Business Administration is stationed locally and ready to assist those impacted by last month’s tornadoes.  Julie Garrett with the Small Business Administration stopped by WJRS and said during disasters, the SBA […]