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Phyllis Athena Lawless, age 88, Formerly of Russell County

February 18, 2025 Sean Hammond

Phyllis Athena Lawless age 88, of Louisville Ky passed away Friday February 14th, 2025, at the University of Louisville hospital. She was preceded in death by Mother, Eula Phelps Wisdom; Father, Edwin ‘Doc’ Wisdom; Husband, […]

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Lady Lakers fall to South Laurel; Lakers host Danville tonight for senior night

February 18, 2025 Zac Oakes

The Russell County Lady Lakers fell to South Laurel at home last night by a score of 56-41. Addy Abrell led Russell County with 14 points, 4 assists, and 5 steals. Carigann Carpenter came off […]

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Winter storm expected to bring snow to Lake Cumberland area tonight into tomorrow

February 18, 2025 Zac Oakes

A winter storm is expected to bring snow to the Lake Cumberland area tonight into the early morning hours tomorrow. WJRS News participated in a conference call with the National Weather Service in Louisville. Meteorologist […]

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First Lady Beshear to visit library, Jamestown Elementary today

February 18, 2025 Zac Oakes

Kentucky’s First Lady Britainy Beshear is set to visit the Russell County Public Library and Jamestown Elementary School today. Beshear will join J.C. Morgan, State Director of Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library of Kentucky, for a […]

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Search and Rescue volunteers ready to assist if needed in winter weather

February 18, 2025 Zac Oakes

When snow and ice cause hazardous road conditions, Russell County Search and Rescue is often called to assist local residents. Search and Rescue volunteers help transport essential workers, such as employees at hospitals and nursing […]

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Local state of emergency declared after flooding

February 18, 2025 Zac Oakes

Russell County Judge Executive Randy Marcum has declared a local state of emergency following this weekend’s flooding. The declaration was made yesterday and is in effect for an undetermined period. The declaration directs the local […]

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Search and Rescue crews rescue dog on Lake Cumberland

February 18, 2025 Zac Oakes

Russell County Search and Rescue crews were able to rescue a dog that had become stranded around Lake Cumberland early Saturday morning. Crews were called out after 1 a.m. Saturday. Search and Rescue Assistant Chief […]

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Russell Springs Fire Station open as warming center

February 18, 2025 Zac Oakes

The Russell Springs Fire Station is open to those needing a warm place to go. Low temperatures are projected to be in the teens this week, with a low of 4 degrees forecasted for Thursday […]

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Koby Brea has moved into the NBA draft conversation with his play this season

February 18, 2025 Zac Oakes

by LARRY VAUGHT Koby Brea came to Kentucky from Dayton known as an elite 3-point shooter and he has certainly been that this season. Brea is averaging 10.7 points and 2.5 made 3-pointers per game […]

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Lakers, Lady Lakers fall at Adair; Lady Lakers host South Laurel for senior night tonight

February 17, 2025 Zac Oakes

The Russell County Laker and Lady Laker Basketball teams fell on the road at Adair County this past Friday night. The Lady Lakers fell to the Lady Indians in the first game by a score […]

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