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Wounded Warriors Invited to Free Day of Fishing and Fellowship at Wolf Creek National Fish Hatchery

July 29, 2026 WJRS Staff

The Wolf Creek National Fish Hatchery is once again preparing to honor America’s injured veterans through one of its most meaningful annual traditions. The 13th Annual Wounded Warriors Fishing Event is scheduled for September 9, […]

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Pulaski County Man Jailed After Nearly Pound of Suspected Meth Found During Traffic Stop

July 29, 2026 WJRS Staff

A Pulaski County man is facing a trafficking charge after deputies reportedly discovered nearly a pound of suspected methamphetamine during a traffic stop. Pulaski County Sheriff Bobby Jones says 41-year-old Joshua Denney of Bronston was […]

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Annual 127 Yard Sale Set for August 6-9

July 29, 2026 WJRS Staff

One of the nation’s most unique shopping events returns next week as the 127 Yard Sale, promoted as “The World’s Longest Yard Sale,” takes place Thursday, August 6th through Sunday, August 9th. The annual event […]

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Russell County Hospital Board Approves Columbia Expansion Plan

July 28, 2026 WJRS Staff

The Russell County Hospital Board of Directors has unanimously approved a proposal that would expand the hospital’s reach into neighboring Adair County. During Tuesday afternoon’s regular monthly meeting, Hospital CEO Scott Thompson presented a recommendation […]

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Russell County Hospital Reports Strong Financial Year, Expansion Project Ahead of Schedule

July 28, 2026 WJRS Staff

Russell County Hospital continues to post strong financial results while making progress on several major projects. During Tuesday afternoon’s monthly meeting of the Russell County Hospital Board of Directors, CEO Scott Thompson reported the hospital […]

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KSP Arrests Greensburg Man Wanted on Felony Warrant

July 28, 2026 WJRS Staff

A routine traffic stop in Casey County Monday night led to the arrest of a Greensburg man who was also wanted on a felony warrant from Green County. According to Kentucky State Police, Trooper Sharp […]

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Gary Veston Grider, 77, of Russell Springs

July 28, 2026 WJRS Staff

Gary Veston Grider, age 77, of Russell Springs, KY passed away Tuesday, July 28, 2026 at V. A. Hospital – Lexington. He was a retired iron worker and a Veteran of the United States Army. […]

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Renovated Lake Cumberland State Park Will Be Kentucky’s Most Modern Resort Park

July 28, 2026 WJRS Staff

Last week, WJRS NEWS brought you the first part of our special report on the $7.4 million renovation project underway at Lake Cumberland State Resort Park. In today’s second and final report, we continue our […]

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Jamestown Domestic Violence and Standoff Case Sent to Grand Jury

July 28, 2026 WJRS Staff

The case against a Jamestown man arrested following a five-hour standoff with police earlier this month is moving to the Russell County Grand Jury after new felony charges were filed and a preliminary hearing was […]

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Kathy Wells, 61, of Russell Springs

July 27, 2026 WJRS Staff

Kathy Wells, 61, of Russell Springs, passed away Saturday, July 25th, at Medical Center Health, Bowling Green, KY. Kathy was born in Meadville, PA on May 7, 1965, a daughter of Shirley (Reitz) Dobbs, of […]

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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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