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16th District tournament schedule released

February 14, 2025 Zac Oakes

With district games wrapped up for the season, the schedule for the upcoming 16th District tournament basketball games has been released. The tournament is hosted by Cumberland County this year. On the girls side, Russell […]

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Carl J. Wilson, age 75, Formerly of Russell Springs

February 14, 2025 Sean Hammond

Carl “Jim” J. Wilson, 75 of Preston, passed away suddenly at Easton hospital on February 8, 2025. Carl was born April 15, 1949, in Russell Springs Kentucky to Carson and Norma Jean Wilson. After graduating […]

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Russell County defeats Clinton County in last district games of the season

February 14, 2025 Zac Oakes

The Russell County Lakers and Lady Lakers were victorious over Clinton County in the last district games of the regular season last night. The Lady Lakers won the opening game, defeating Clinton County 40-38 in […]

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Russell Springs Economic Development Director addresses Shogun rumors

February 14, 2025 Zac Oakes

There have recently been social media rumors circulating about the status of the planned Shogun restaurant in Russell Springs. Councilwoman Sherry Daniel questioned Economic Development Director Jeramy Coffey about the rumors at last night’s city […]

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Flooding rainfall possible across the area tomorrow

February 14, 2025 Zac Oakes

Flooding rainfall is possible across the area on Saturday. WJRS News talked with Meteorologist John Gordon with the National Weather Service in Louisville… Stay tuned to WJRS for latest weather information.

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Russell Springs council approves resolution opposing HB 253

February 14, 2025 Zac Oakes

A bill in the state legislature would allow businesses to pay local occupational taxes through the state treasurer’s office. Under House Bill 253, the state would then send those collected funds to the local governments, […]

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Jamestown woman arrested on multiple charges

February 14, 2025 Zac Oakes

A Jamestown woman was arrested on multiple charges by Kentucky State Police last night. 46-year-old Brandi Spears was arrested and charged with possession of methamphetamine, possession of marijuana, and possession of an unspecified drug. She […]

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Owners offering reward in cattle theft case

February 14, 2025 Zac Oakes

The owners of cattle stolen from Old Sano Road in December are offering a reward for information leading to an arrest. A $1,500 reward is being offered for information leading to the arrest and conviction […]

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UK Softball Coach Lawson talks catcher situation

February 14, 2025 Zac Oakes

By LARRY VAUGHT Going into this season Kentucky softball coach Rachel Lawson made it sound like she might use three catchers this year or was at least strongly contemplating that scenario. “I have never only […]

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Charles G. Robertson, age 85, of Russell Springs

February 13, 2025 Sean Hammond

Charles G. Robertson, age 85, of Russell Springs, KY passed away Wednesday, February 12, 2025 at Russell County Hospital. He was born on Saturday, June 17, 1939, in the Font Hill Community of Russell County, […]

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