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Russell County School Board Meets Monday at RCANC

July 19, 2026 WJRS Staff

The Russell County Board of Education will hold its regular monthly meeting Monday evening at 5:00 Central Time in the Russell County Schools Auditorium and Natatorium Complex, in the room above the pool. Among the items on […]

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GlowPharm MedSpa & Wellness Clinic Nears Completion in Russell Springs

July 19, 2026 WJRS Staff

A new wellness and medical aesthetics destination is getting closer to opening in Russell Springs. GlowPharm MedSpa & Wellness Clinic announced this week that construction on its new location at 536 Steve Drive is nearing […]

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Jo Elva Flatt, 88, of Jamestown

July 18, 2026 WJRS Staff

Jo Elva Flatt, 88, of Jamestown, passed away Friday, July 17th, at Fair Oaks Health Systems. Jo Elva was born in Jamestown, KY on January 16, 1938, a daughter of the late Beulah (Helm) and […]

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Shawn Stephens, 54, of Russell Springs

July 18, 2026 WJRS Staff

Shawn Sovel Stephens, age 54, of Russell Springs, KY passed away Saturday, July 18, 2026 at Good Samaritan Hospital – Lexington. He was born on Thursday, November 04 1971, in Somerset, Kentucky. He was the […]

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Pavement Project to Begin Monday on KY 90 in Wayne County

July 18, 2026 WJRS Staff

Wayne County motorists should expect delays beginning next week as a road improvement project gets underway on KY 90. The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet says pavement rehabilitation work is scheduled to begin Monday, July 20, on […]

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Russell Springs Woman Arrested on Drug Charges

July 18, 2026 WJRS Staff

A Russell Springs woman was arrested Friday night following a traffic stop in Russell County. According to officials, 35-year-old Heidi Flanagan was taken into custody by Deputy Stone Bolin. Flanagan is charged with failure to use […]

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Jamestown City Council Approves Three Resolutions, Takes No Action After Executive Session

July 16, 2026 WJRS Staff

The Jamestown City Council approved three resolutions and met in executive session during its regular monthly meeting Thursday evening. The first resolution renews a recently expired grant application to the Kentucky Infrastructure Authority. If approved, […]

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Russell County Search & Rescue Requests $30,000 from Fiscal Court to Cover Costs, Upgrade Facility

July 16, 2026 WJRS Staff

Russell County Search and Rescue has asked county government for additional funding to help cover unexpected expenses and improve its facilities. Chief Chris Money appeared before the Russell County Fiscal Court during Monday morning’s regular […]

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Jamestown Police Chief Reflects on Standoff, Thanks Responding Agencies

July 16, 2026 WJRS Staff

Jamestown Police Chief Jeff Kerns praised the efforts of local and state law enforcement officers during Wednesday night’s lengthy standoff while addressing the Jamestown Mayor and City Council during Thursday evening’s regular meeting. Chief Kerns […]

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Seven Rescued from Island Near Rock House Bottom After Rising Water Cuts Off Access

July 16, 2026 WJRS Staff

Seven people were safely rescued Thursday afternoon after becoming stranded on an island when rising water cut off their access to shore. Just before 4:00 p.m. Russell County Search and Rescue responded to a request […]

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Recent Podcasts

  • Community Conversation 8-18

    Jeff Hoover talks with Kentucky Lieutenant Governor and Democratic candidate for governor Jacqueline Coleman about her campaign, education, school funding, Kentucky’s budget, working with the legislature, and her vision for the future of the Commonwealth. Coleman also discusses her background as an educator, coach, and mother and what sets her apart in the Democratic primary.

  • 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.

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