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Kevin Wilson, 54, of Russell Springs

July 14, 2026 WJRS Staff

Kevin Wilson, age 54, of Russell Springs, KY passed away Friday, July 10 2026 at Phoenix, AZ . He was born on Sunday, August 22 1971, in Somerset, KY. He was the son of: Mother […]

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Casey County Schools Delay Start of School One Week Amid Water Supply Concerns

July 13, 2026 WJRS Staff

The Casey County Board of Education has approved a revision to the 2026-2027 school calendar as a proactive response to the ongoing water supply concerns affecting the community. Under the revised calendar, the first day […]

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Liberty Man Arrested on Drug and Traffic Charges Following Traffic Stop

July 13, 2026 WJRS Staff

A Liberty man is facing multiple charges following a Sunday night traffic stop in Russell County. According to the Russell County Sheriff’s Office, at approximately 9:55 p.m., Deputy Devin Blakey stopped a vehicle just north […]

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Russell County Sheriff’s Office Reports Busy June, Strong Fiscal Year Collections

July 13, 2026 WJRS Staff

The Russell County Sheriff’s Office remained busy throughout the month of June, according to Sheriff Derek Polston’s monthly report presented Monday morning to the Russell County Fiscal Court. Sheriff Polston reported deputies responded to a […]

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Russell County Hospital’s $30 Million Expansion Project Remains on Schedule

July 13, 2026 WJRS Staff

Construction continues to move forward on the largest expansion and renovation project in the history of Russell County Hospital. Hospital CEO Scott Thompson says work on the approximately $30 million project remains on schedule, with […]

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Russell County Middle School SBDM Council to Hold Special Meeting Wednesday

July 13, 2026 WJRS Staff

The Russell County Middle School Site-Based Decision-Making Council has scheduled a special called meeting for Wednesday morning to continue the process of selecting the school’s next principal. The meeting will begin at 8:00 Central Time […]

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Russell County Awarded $1.049 Million for Road Improvements

July 13, 2026 WJRS Staff

The Russell County Fiscal Court will receive more than $1 million in state funding for county road resurfacing projects that are expected to begin within the next month. Under an agreement with the Kentucky Transportation […]

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Weekend Arrests Across the Lake Cumberland Region Result in Multiple Drug, DUI and Other Charges

July 12, 2026 WJRS Staff
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State Champions Victory Parade Photos

July 12, 2026 WJRS Staff

 

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Liberty to Begin Pumping Water from Green River Monday as Lake Recovery Effort Enters Next Phase

July 12, 2026 WJRS Staff

The City of Liberty will begin pumping water from the Green River into Lake Liberty on Monday morning following the successful completion of a major emergency water supply project. Liberty Mayor, Dr. Sam Hadaad, says […]

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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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