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WJRS NEWS HEADLINES

[ August 16, 2026 ] Albany Teen Crowned National Winner at America’s International Miss Pageant WJRS News
[ August 16, 2026 ] Bobby Popplewell, 95, of Russell Springs Obituaries
[ August 16, 2026 ] Kentucky Wildlife Biologist Explains Recent Black Bear Activity in Lake Cumberland Area WJRS News
[ August 16, 2026 ] Firefighters Evacuate Wayne County Care Home Following Gas Leak WJRS News
[ August 16, 2026 ] Two Teens Arrested in Pulaski County Homicide WJRS News

Selbys to be inducted into South-Central Kentucky Dirt Racing Hall of Fame

March 2, 2026 Zac Oakes

A local family will be recognized this coming weekend by being inducted into the South-Central Kentucky Dirt Racing Hall of Fame. Billy and Dennis Selby will be inducted into the Hall of Fame at a […]

Bill aims to rebalance relationship between counties and state on jail costs

March 2, 2026 Zac Oakes

A bill making its way through the state legislature aims to rebalance the relationship between counties and the state when it comes to jail costs. Jails are one of the largest line items counties spend […]

Jamestown Police seeking grant to update service weapons

March 2, 2026 Zac Oakes

The Jamestown Police Department is seeking a grant to update its service weapons. Jamestown Police Chief Jeff Kerns announced at the most recent city council meeting that the department is seeking a grant from the […]

Monticello man dead following Saturday afternoon collision

March 2, 2026 Zac Oakes

A Monticello man died as the result of a motorcycle vs car collision on Highway 90 in Wayne County Saturday afternoon. Kentucky State Police say 26-year-old Christian Vanover was operating a 2025 Harley Davidson westbound […]

Adair County Schools mourning loss of elementary student

March 2, 2026 Zac Oakes

Adair County Schools is mourning the loss of a student at Adair County Elementary School. The school district announced fourth-grade student Tate Akin passed away following an illness at Vanderbilt Medical Center in Nashville. Adair […]

Kenny Walker on Mark Pope, UK recruiting, current players

March 2, 2026 Zac Oakes

By LARRY VAUGHT Kenny Walker was a McDonald’s All-American in Roberta, Ga., in 1982 who played his college basketball at Kentucky for coach Joe Hall. He became an All-American who scored 2,080 points — only […]

Luca John Roberts, age 4

March 1, 2026 Zac Oakes

Luca John Roberts departed this life to enter the arms of Jesus on Thursday, February 26, 2026. His four years on this earth were spent smiling, laughing and bringing joy and light to his family and […]

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.