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School district receives clean audit report

February 25, 2026 Zac Oakes

The Russell County Board of Education received a clean audit report at its meeting Monday evening. Joe Montgomery with Montgomery and Company presented the district’s audit. Superintendent Michael Ford credited the district staff for their […]

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Pulaski man accused of setting wife on fire during altercation

February 25, 2026 Zac Oakes

A Pulaski County man is accused of setting his wife on fire during an altercation at the couple’s residence earlier this month. The Pulaski County Sheriff’s Office said 36-year-old Timothy Lewis and his wife got […]

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Adair County Sheriff’s Office searching for suspect in theft case

February 25, 2026 Zac Oakes

The Adair County Sheriff’s Office said it is searching for a suspect in a theft investigation. The sheriff’s office has identified 38-year-old Benjamin Harmon as a suspect in the case. The sheriff’s office said multiple […]

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Russell Springs Police release January activity report

February 25, 2026 Zac Oakes

The Russell Springs Police Department released its activity report for January. The Russell Springs Police Department responded to 470 calls for service during the month of January. Russell Springs Police reported 18 arrests made last […]

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Wills announces commitment to play football at Georgetown College

February 24, 2026 Zac Oakes

Russell County senior Kinnett Wills has announced he will continue his academic and athletic career at Georgetown College, where he will join the Georgetown Tigers Football team. Wills wrapped up a record-setting career this past […]

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Lady Lakers lose heartbreaker in final seconds to Cumberland County

February 24, 2026 Zac Oakes

The Russell County Lady Lakers lost a close one in the final seconds to Cumberland County in the 16th District Tournament last night. After Addy Abrell hit a three-pointer to go ahead 42-41 late in […]

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Local businesses receive 100 percent on health inspections

February 24, 2026 Zac Oakes

The Lake Cumberland District Health Department has released its latest round of health inspections from local restaurants and retail businesses. Dollar General Market in Jamestown, Five Star, A.V. Food Mart on West Steve Wariner Drive, […]

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School board receives update on construction projects

February 24, 2026 Zac Oakes

The Russell County Board of Education received an update on the ongoing construction projects with the bus garage and field houses. Superintendent Michael Ford gave WJRS News a breakdown on where things stand on these […]

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Casey County business sustains heavy damage in fire

February 24, 2026 Zac Oakes

A Casey County business sustained a heavy amount of damage during a fire Sunday night. The Liberty Fire Department said units were called out a little after 8:30 p.m. local time to Hometown Auto Parts […]

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Russell Springs City Hall to close temporarily today for funeral of former city council member

February 24, 2026 Zac Oakes

Russell Springs City Hall will close temporarily today for the funeral of former city council member David C. Blakey. City Hall will be closed from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. today to allow employees to […]

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Recent Podcasts

  • Community Conversation 8-12

    Superintendent Michael Ford joins Jeff Hoover to discuss the start of the new school year, the latest progress on the new middle school, the completed Laker Band practice area, school facility priorities, teacher recruitment, and the need for substitute teachers across the district.

  • Community Conversation 8-10

    Jeff Hoover talks with Kristina Burton of the Russell County Public Library about the upcoming grand opening of The Green, including the new Bank of Jamestown Pavilion, community events, and opportunities for families. They also discuss the library’s returning homework help program, teen advisory board, book clubs, and other ways the library is serving the Russell County community.

  • Community Conversation 8-6

    Russell Springs City Park Director Daniel Buster joins Jeff Hoover to discuss the latest improvements at the park, including construction on the new golf course and turf ballfield projects. He also shares details about the city's free Back to School Bash, featuring inflatables, games, free food, swimming, and family fun before students head back to class.

  • Community Conversation 8-5

    Jeff Hoover is joined by Democratic gubernatorial candidate Rocky Adkins to discuss his campaign for Kentucky governor. Adkins reflects on his decades of public service, outlines his vision for the state's future, and shares his priorities for economic development, education, healthcare, and working across party lines. He also talks about how his and his wife's experiences as cancer survivors have shaped his perspective on leadership and public service.

  • Community Conversation 8-4

    Russell County Judge-Executive Randy Marcum provides an update on county government, including the new fiscal year budget, the upcoming property tax rate process, and more than $1 million in planned road improvement projects. He also discusses the community commodities program, construction progress on the new Russell County Hospital and Extension Office, the opening of Air Methods at the Russell County Airport, and other developments aimed at improving services and supporting future growth across the county.

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