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WJRS NEWS HEADLINES
  • [ September 21, 2026 ] Russell County School Board Chairman Elected KSBA Regional Director WJRS News
  • [ September 21, 2026 ] Russell County School District Maintains Strong Financial Position; Board Approves 2026-27 Working Budget WJRS News
  • [ 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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RCMS Softball Advances to 16th District Championship

September 15, 2026 WJRS Staff
The Russell County Middle School Lady Lakers advanced to the 16th District softball championship with a dramatic 7–6 victory over Metcalfe County Monday night. Russell County fell behind 6–0 in the first inning but battled […]
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GIRLS SOCCER: Lady Lakers Continue Dominant Season With 8–0 Win

September 15, 2026 WJRS Staff
The Russell County Lady Laker soccer team remains undefeated following a dominant performance Monday evening. The varsity Lady Lakers shut out Wayne County 8–0, improving their season record to 10–0. Russell County’s defense has allowed […]
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BOYS SOCCER: Lakers Shut Out Falcons on Senior Night

September 15, 2026 WJRS Staff
The Russell County High School boys soccer team honored their seniors during Monday’s game vs. Monroe County. This year’s seniors are Gio Gomez, Xavi Medrano, Andre Perez, and Xavion Russell. The seniors found victory on the […]
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Wednesday Designated as “Josh Phipps Day of Remembrance and Honor”

September 15, 2026 WJRS Staff
Tomorrow, Wednesday, September 16th, marks two years since Russell County Deputy Sheriff Josh Phipps was shot and killed in the line of duty. Russell County Judge-Executive Randy Marcum has proclaimed Wednesday as the “Josh Phipps […]
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Laker Golf Claims Runner-Up Honors at Conference Championship

September 14, 2026 WJRS Staff
The Russell County Laker golf team earned a runner-up finish in the conference championship Monday evening. Senior Gabe Browning led the Lakers with a round of 37, finishing as the individual conference runner-up. Grant Wilson shot a […]
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Fiscal Court Approves Tax Rates for Hospital, EMS and Library

September 14, 2026 WJRS Staff
The Russell County Fiscal Court approved proposed tax rates for three local taxing districts during its regular monthly meeting Monday morning. The court accepted rates for Russell County EMS, the Russell County Public Library and […]
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Robert L. Keith, 91, of Russell Springs

September 14, 2026 WJRS Staff
Robert L. Keith, 91, of Russell Springs, passed away Sunday, September 13th, at Fair Oaks Health Systems, Jamestown, KY.  Robert was born in Columbia, KY on August 5, 1935, a son of the late Pearlie […]
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20th Annual Lake Cumberland Poker Run Draws Large Crowd

September 14, 2026 WJRS Staff
More than 120 boats participated in the 20th annual Lake Cumberland Poker Run presented by State Dock over the weekend. Russell County Tourism Director Danielle Wilson told WJRS NEWS it is nearly impossible to determine […]
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U.S. 127 Crash Requires Extrication and Medical Flight

September 13, 2026 WJRS Staff
A Russell Springs man was airlifted following a two-vehicle collision Sunday afternoon on U.S. 127 North. The collision occurred at approximately 1:22 p.m. at the intersection of Jericho Road and West Kentucky 76. According to […]
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Russell County 4-H Shooting Sports Members Earn Top Finishes at State Championship

September 13, 2026 WJRS Staff
Russell County 4-H Shooting Sports members delivered an impressive performance Saturday at the Kentucky 4-H State Shooting Sports Championship. The competition was held September 12 at the Blue Grass Sportsmen’s League in Wilmore and brought […]
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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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