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City Urges Public to Sign Up for Emergency Notification System

July 30, 2026 WJRS Staff

The City of Russell Springs is encouraging residents to stay informed by signing up for its official emergency notification service, Reach Alert. The free notification system keeps citizens updated on important community information when it […]

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Meet the Lakers Event Set for August 9

July 30, 2026 WJRS Staff

Russell County football fans will have an opportunity to kick off the 2026 season at the annual Meet the Lakers event on Sunday, August 9th, at Finley Field. The event will showcase Russell County High […]

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‘Students Come First’: New RCMS Principal Sarah Aaron Talks Goals with WJRS NEWS

July 30, 2026 WJRS Staff

Russell County Schools has announced the selection of a new principal for Russell County Middle School. Superintendent Michael Ford announced Thursday afternoon that Mrs. Sarah Aaron has been selected to lead the school following a […]

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Adair County Sheriff’s Office Investigates Thursday Morning Injury Crash

July 30, 2026 WJRS Staff

The Adair County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a two-vehicle collision that occurred early Thursday morning on Highway 55 South. Sheriff Gary Roy says deputies responded to the 4000 block of Highway 55 South at approximately 6:20 a.m. […]

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Lady Lakers Win Garrard County Invitational

July 30, 2026 WJRS Staff

The Russell County Lady Laker golf team brought home another championship Thursday, capturing the team title at the Garrard County Invitational held at Old Bridge Golf Club in Danville. The Lady Lakers posted an impressive […]

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Russell County Middle School Names New Principal

July 30, 2026 WJRS Staff

Russell County Schools has announced the selection of a new principal for Russell County Middle School. Superintendent Michael Ford announced that Mrs. Sarah Aaron has been selected to lead the school following a thorough selection […]

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Joe Huckaby, 41, formerly of Jamestown

July 30, 2026 WJRS Staff

Joseph Willard Huckaby, a man who truly marched to the beat of his own drum, died peacefully on July 19, 2026, in his Destin, Florida home. Joe was born on October 5, 1984, in Russell […]

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No Body Found After Extensive Greasy Creek Search

July 30, 2026 WJRS Staff

Russell County authorities conducted an extensive ground and underwater search Wednesday after receiving information that a body might be located in Greasy Creek near the old bridge. The Russell County Sheriff’s Department led the search […]

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Russell Springs Man Accused of Stealing More Than $12,000 from Employer

July 29, 2026 WJRS Staff

A Russell Springs man is facing a felony theft charge following an investigation by the Russell Springs Police Department. James Curtis Cox, 66, was arrested Tuesday around 2:50 p.m. by Russell Springs Police Officer Brenton […]

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Russell County Grand Jury Returns Indictments Against 17 Individuals

July 29, 2026 WJRS Staff

The Russell County Grand Jury met Tuesday for its regular monthly session, returning true bills against 17 individuals. According to Russell Circuit Court records, those indicted include: Christopher M. Austin, of Russell Springs – Murder, […]

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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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