Year: 2025

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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, […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]