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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 9-4

    Jeff Hoover talks with Russell County Opioid Liaison Jennifer Knifley about National Recovery Month, the importance of sharing stories of recovery, Purple Fridays, and the impact addiction has on individuals and families. They also discuss the upcoming Light of Hope Candlelight Ceremony and the message Jennifer wants everyone struggling with addiction to hear: there is always hope.

  • Community Conversation 9-3

    Jeff Hoover talks with legendary Kentucky high school basketball coach Allen Feldhaus Jr. following his induction into the Kentucky High School Basketball Hall of Fame. Coach Feldhaus reflects on his 41-year coaching career, his father’s influence, the 2013 state championship, and the lasting relationships basketball has created throughout his career.

  • Community Conversation 9-2

    Jeff Hoover talks with Glenna Helm of Burnside Tourism about Thunder Over Burnside, happening this Labor Day weekend at Burnside City Coal Park. They discuss the free event, live bands, food trucks, craft vendors, activities for children, and the fireworks finale.

  • Community Conversation 9-1

    Jeff Hoover talks with Russell County Judge-Executive Randy Marcum about road projects and funding, the county’s 911 and EMS services, the new Air Methods helicopter base, the solar farm project, improvements at Greasy Creek Roadside Park, and the county’s financial outlook heading into the fall.

  • Community Conversation 8-31

    Jeff Hoover sits down with Russell Springs Mayor Eddie Thomas to talk about the busy summer at Russell Springs City Park, progress on the city’s water project, the new nine-hole turf golf course, upcoming community events, improvements to Main Street, and new additions at the park.

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