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  • [ September 21, 2026 ] Russell County School Board Chairman Elected KSBA Regional Director WJRS News
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  • [ September 21, 2026 ] Monument Square Traffic Restricted Wednesday for Filming WJRS News
  • [ September 20, 2026 ] Man Accused of Setting Mother’s Russell Springs Home on Fire WJRS News
  • [ September 20, 2026 ] Laker Band Earns Runner-Up Finish in Class 3A at Lincoln Invitational WJRS News
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Jamestown Receives $5,000 KEMI Dividend for Workplace Safety

September 18, 2026 WJRS Staff
Jamestown city employees’ commitment to workplace safety earned the city a financial return during Thursday night’s meeting of the Jamestown City Council. Steven Hill with McKinney and Blair Insurance presented city leaders with a dividend […]
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RCHS Students Attend Supreme Court Proceedings at Campbellsville University

September 17, 2026 WJRS Staff
Ten Russell County High School students had a unique opportunity Thursday to observe the Kentucky Supreme Court in session at Campbellsville University. The students are members of the high school’s social studies Gifted and Talented […]
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Tennessee Murder Suspect Captured in Wayne County

September 17, 2026 WJRS Staff
A summer-long search for a Tennessee murder suspect ended Thursday morning in Wayne County. Jesse Wayne Phillips, 38, was taken into custody during a joint operation involving local, state and federal law enforcement officers at […]
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Authorities Identify Victim of Deadly Crash Near Nancy Exit

September 17, 2026 WJRS Staff
Pulaski County authorities have identified the Russell Springs man killed in Wednesday’s two-vehicle collision on the Louie B. Nunn Cumberland Parkway. Authorities confirmed to WJRS NEWS that 74-year-old John Kesot died following the crash near […]
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Rep. Branscum Comments on Housing Report During Committee Meeting

September 17, 2026 WJRS Staff
Kentucky lawmakers are continuing their work in Frankfort during the General Assembly’s 2026 interim period. The interim runs from June 1st through December 1st and allows legislative committees to study issues, hear testimony from officials […]
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Special Antlerless Deer Season Set for Lake Cumberland Counties

September 17, 2026 WJRS Staff
Kentucky Fish and Wildlife has announced a special antlerless deer season in an effort to monitor and prevent the spread of Chronic Wasting Disease, commonly known as C-W-D. The special season will run September 25th […]
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Obituaries

Danny Chumbley, 56, of Russell Springs

September 17, 2026 WJRS Staff
Danny Chumbley, age 56, of Russell Springs, KY passed away Sunday, August 23 2026 at Fair Oaks Nursing Home. He was born on Sunday, February 8, 1970, in Somerset, KY He was the son of: […]
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Murder Suspect Apprehended After Weeks on The Run

September 17, 2026 WJRS Staff
More details coming soon from Clinton County Sheriff Ricky Marcum. This story will be updated when new details are made available to WJRS NEWS.  
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Russell Springs Man Killed, Wife Critically Injured in Cumberland Parkway Crash

September 17, 2026 WJRS Staff
A two-vehicle collision Wednesday near the Nancy exit on the Louie B. Nunn Cumberland Parkway claimed the life of a Russell Springs man and left his wife critically injured. The collision occurred around noon central […]
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Russell County Sheriff Releases August Activity Report, Reminder of Tax Bills Going Out Soon

September 16, 2026 WJRS Staff
The Russell County Sheriff’s Office responded to 636 calls for service during the month of August, according to a report Sheriff Derek Polston presented to the Russell County Fiscal Court earlier this week. Deputies made […]
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Recent Podcasts

  • Community Conversation 9-21

    Jeff Hoover talks with Ethan Selby of the Lake Cumberland Regional College and Workforce Center about SkillsUSA and the hands-on career programs available to students. They also discuss the upcoming SkillsUSA car show, how students help organize and run the event, and how the proceeds help support SkillsUSA activities throughout the year.

  • Lakers vs Taylor County

    Russell County vs Taylor County from Friday, September 18th.

  • Community Conversation 9-18

    Jeff Hoover talks with Daniel Buster from the City of Russell Springs and Wayne Lynch from the Ol' Boys Toys Car Club about the monthly car shows on Main Street in Russell Springs. They discuss this Saturday’s trophy show, food trucks, live music, the Russell County Elementary School band fundraiser, and how the car club gives back to the community.

  • Community Conversation 9-17

    Jeff Hoover talks with Russell County Public Library Director Cody Gabehart about the grand opening of The Green, including the new pavilion, sensory play space, walking trail and amphitheater. They also discuss upcoming events, the library’s Halloween costume shop, the new library website, and the digitization of local genealogy and oral history records.

  • Community Conversation 9-16

    Jeff Hoover talks with Russell County Jaycee Leonard Coppage about the ninth annual Convoy for Kids, coming up October 17th at the Russell County Fairgrounds. They discuss the new truck show, classic cars and tractors, the convoy route, and how the event raises money for Toys for Tots.

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