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Month: July 2026

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Russell Springs City Council to Meet Tonight; Walk-Bike Plan, Road Funding Among Agenda Items

July 9, 2026 WJRS Staff

The Russell Springs City Council will hold its regular monthly meeting this evening at 6 o’clock at Russell Springs City Hall. The meeting is open to the public. Council members are scheduled to consider approval […]

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Liberty Reports Progress on Emergency Green River Water Pipeline

July 8, 2026 WJRS Staff

According to an update from the City of Liberty, crews are continuing to fuse and install pipeline that will carry water from the Green River to Lake Liberty, the reservoir that supplies drinking water to […]

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Laker Nation Heads to State: Six Russell County All-Star Teams Open Tournament Play

July 8, 2026 WJRS Staff

Russell County’s youngest baseball stars are set to take the field this week as the 2026 West Kentucky Cal Ripken State Tournament gets underway. Six Russell County Laker All-Star teams will compete at multiple tournament […]

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Modern Airport Helping Showcase Russell County to Corporate Investors, Visitors to Lake Cumberland

July 8, 2026 WJRS Staff

The Russell County Airport is doing much more than serving pilots. Local leaders say it’s also playing an important role in economic development and helping position Russell County for future growth. Airport Board Chairman John […]

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New State Dashboard Reveals Russell County Has More Than $662,000 in Unspent Opioid Settlement Funds

July 8, 2026 WJRS Staff

Attorney General Russell Coleman has announced a new online dashboard allowing Kentuckians to track how opioid settlement funds are being spent across the Commonwealth. The dashboard, created in partnership with the University of Kentucky’s Rapid […]

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Russell County Hospital Receives Rural Stroke Silver Award

July 7, 2026 WJRS Staff

Russell County Hospital has received the Rural Stroke Silver Award American Heart Association “Get with the Guidelines” achievement award for demonstrating a commitment to following up-to-date, research-based guidelines for the treatment of heart disease and […]

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Obituaries

Doris Jean Wilson, 80, of Russell Springs

July 7, 2026 WJRS Staff

Doris Jean Wilson, formerly of Louisville, passed away Friday, July 3, 2026, at her residence in Russell Springs.  She was 80 years of age. Born July 7, 1945, in Jefferson County, she was a daughter of the […]

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UK Extension Agent Jonathan Oakes Offers Heat Safety Tips for Farmers and Gardeners

July 7, 2026 WJRS Staff

UK’s Agriculture and Natural Resources Agent for Russell County, Jonathan Oakes, says the recent stretch of extreme heat has created challenges for farmers and home gardeners across Russell County. Oakes says there are several steps […]

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Community Blood Drive Wednesday Morning at Russell County Hospital

July 7, 2026 WJRS Staff

A community blood drive this week at Russell County Hospital will help ensure lifesaving blood is available for patients locally and across the region. The Kentucky Blood Center will host the drive Wednesday, July 8, […]

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Jamestown Mayor Regena Hinton Honored with Hometown Hero Award

July 7, 2026 WJRS Staff

Jamestown Mayor Regena Hinton received a special surprise during Saturday evening’s Lakefest celebration in downtown Jamestown. City employees who have helped organize the annual event through the years had decided to declare Hinton a “Hometown Hero” in […]

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Recent Podcasts

  • Community Conversation 8-17

    Jeff Hoover talks with Russell County Schools Director of Security Jackie Grider about school safety, the role of school resource officers, summer training, and the importance of building trust with students, parents, and the community. Grider also shares his personal commitment to helping students make positive choices and succeed.

  • 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.

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