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Tragic Fireworks Accident Claims Life of 4-Year-Old in Pulaski County

July 6, 2026 WJRS Staff

A tragic Fourth of July accident has claimed the life of a four-year-old Pulaski County child. Pulaski County Coroner Clyde Strunk confirmed that the child, Rhett Luttrell, was pronounced deceased at the Lake Cumberland Regional […]

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Barbara (Hadley) Powell, 68, of Jamestown

July 6, 2026 WJRS Staff

Barbara (Hadley) Powell, age 68, of Jamestown, KY passed away Sunday, July 05 2026 at T.J. Health Care . She was born on Saturday, July 27 1957, in Jamestown, Ky. She was the daughter of: […]

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Liberty Man Killed in Two-Vehicle Crash Sunday

July 6, 2026 WJRS Staff

Updated Monday, July 6, 2026 @ 10:00 a.m. Kentucky State Police Investigates Fatal Collision on KY 70 in Casey County Kentucky State Police (KSP) Post 15 Troopers responded to a two-vehicle injury collision on KY […]

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Tourism Director Says Holiday Weekend Was ‘Incredible’ for Lake Cumberland

July 6, 2026 WJRS Staff

An outstanding Independence Day weekend is being credited with bringing thousands of visitors to Russell County and communities across the Lake Cumberland region. Russell County Tourism Executive Director Danielle Wilson says the holiday weekend exceeded […]

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Former Jamestown Mayors Honored During Lakefest

July 6, 2026 WJRS Staff

Jamestown’s annual Lakefest celebration once again brought thousands of visitors to downtown over the Independence Day weekend, but this year’s event also included special recognition for community leaders who have helped shape the city through […]

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Flood Debris Pickup Begins Monday Across Clinton County

July 5, 2026 WJRS Staff

Clinton County residents affected by recent flooding are being advised that flood debris pickup begins Monday, July 6. County officials say every road in the county will be traveled, and flood-related debris placed along the […]

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Numerous Holiday Weekend Arrests Reported

July 5, 2026 WJRS Staff

Several individuals were arrested over the Independence Day holiday weekend on a variety of charges in Russell and surroundinSg counties. In Russell County, 45-year-old Tessa Sturgill of Russell Springs was arrested Saturday evening by Kentucky […]

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Campbellsville Teen Killed in Early Morning Marion County Shooting

July 5, 2026 WJRS Staff

** UPDATE Monday, July 6 @ 2:00 p.m. ** The Marion County Sheriff announced this afternoon on social media that an arrest has been made in connection with the shooting death of Jaron Johnson. Neither […]

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Lakefest Car Show Photos

July 4, 2026 WJRS Staff

Click on the link to view photos from the Lakefest Car Show. Photos credit: City of Jamestown city of jamestown kentucky – Search Results | Facebook

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Lakefest Mike Hill 10K 5K Race Results

July 4, 2026 WJRS Staff

Lakefest Mike Hill 10K / 5K Race Results Male 5k Overall- Justin Stearns 15:39 (New Course Record since 2017) Female 5k Overall-Elizabeth Dudley-23:46 Male 10k Overall-Jeff Ness-37:58 Female Overall-Amanda Robertson-51:02 For dozens of event photos, […]

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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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