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Boys Soccer: Lakers defeat Rebels at CCHS

August 13, 2026 WJRS Staff

The Laker boys faced Casey County Thursday, August 13th on Casey’s home field. The boys started strong with 2 early goals in the first 10 minutes, but the Rebels responded with a goal off of a corner […]

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Kentucky League of Cities Highlights Russell Springs’ Bankers Field of Dreams

August 13, 2026 WJRS Staff

The Kentucky League of Cities is highlighting Russell Springs and its new Bankers Field of Dreams at Russell Springs City Park. The field was inspired by Mayor Eddie Thomas, who wanted children with disabilities to […]

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Thursday Morning Crash in Russell Springs Leaves Two Injured

August 13, 2026 WJRS Staff

Two people were taken to the hospital following a two-vehicle collision in Russell Springs Thursday morning. The crash happened just before 11:30 at the intersection of U.S. 127 and Bernard Lane. According to a report […]

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Sandra Dix, 56, of Jamestown

August 13, 2026 WJRS Staff

Sandra Gail Dix, of Jamestown, passed away on Wednesday, August 12, 2026, at Jean Waddle Care Center in Somerset. She was 56 years of age. Born on May 22, 1970, in Livonia, Michigan, she was […]

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KSP Special Response Team Honored for Adair County Rescue

August 13, 2026 WJRS Staff

Governor Andy Beshear is recognizing the Kentucky State Police Special Response Team for a dramatic rescue in Adair County earlier this year. The incident happened April 20th at a home on Chestnut Grove Road in […]

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Biven Served with Indictment in Trooper Island Funds Case, Posts $25K Surety Bond

August 12, 2026 WJRS Staff

A former Kentucky State Police trooper indicted in connection with the alleged misappropriation of Trooper Island Camp funds has been served with that indictment and released on bond. Jonathan Biven was served Tuesday by Clinton […]

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Two-Vehicle Crash at 127 & 619 Sends Two to RCH

August 12, 2026 WJRS Staff

Two people were taken to the hospital following a two-vehicle collision Wednesday afternoon in Russell Springs. According to Russell Springs Police, the collision occurred just after 2 o’clock at the intersection of Highway 127 and […]

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Audrey Mae Anderson, 62, of Russell Springs

August 12, 2026 WJRS Staff

Audrey Mae Anderson, of Russell Springs, formerly of Pike County, passed away at her home Monday, August 10, 2026.  She was 62 years of age. Born December 20, 1963, in Pike County, Mae was a […]

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70-Year-Old Woman Found Shot to Death in Eastern Pulaski County

August 12, 2026 WJRS Staff

The Pulaski County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a homicide after a 70-year-old woman was found dead inside a home in eastern Pulaski County. Sheriff Bobby Jones says deputies were called to a residence on Lower […]

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Bernice Brown, 91, of Russell Springs

August 12, 2026 WJRS Staff

Bernice M. Brown, 91, of Russell Springs, died Monday at Jean Waddle Care Center in Somerset. Survivors include: One daughter – Debra Perkins One sister – Bonnie Lake Two brothers – Ben David Ballenger and […]

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Recent Podcasts

  • Community Conversation 8-19

    Jeff Hoover talks with Russell County High School FFA state champion public speakers Piper Garmon and recent graduate Kendall Melton. The two share their experiences competing at the state level, their winning speeches, and how FFA has helped them build confidence, discover opportunities, and prepare for their futures in agriculture and education.

  • 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.

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