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Two Columbia Residents Arrested on Drug Charges in Russell County

September 11, 2026 WJRS Staff
Two Columbia residents were arrested early Thursday morning on drug-related charges in Russell County. According to the Russell County Sheriff’s Office, Deputy Devin Blakey arrested 51-year-old Tommy Latch and 52-year-old Susan Rae Livers. Both were […]
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Lawless & Smith True Value Honored for 40 Years in Russell Springs

September 11, 2026 WJRS Staff
Russell Springs city leaders recognized a local business during Thursday evening’s meeting of the Russell Springs City Council. Mayor Eddie Thomas presented Mitchell Richards with a certificate and award honoring Lawless & Smith True Value […]
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Russell County Girls Soccer Earns Dominant Win Over Warren Central

September 11, 2026 WJRS Staff
The Russell County Lady Lakers rolled to a 7-to-1 victory over Warren Central Thursday evening. Addison Coffey led the Russell County offense with four goals, while Madison Bennett, Mercedez Sanchez and Kambyr Bradshaw each scored […]
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Lakers Shut Out Glasgow Following 3-3 Tie with Somerset

September 11, 2026 WJRS Staff
The Laker boys soccer team is rolling into the weekend with a 7-3-1 record with a tie and win this week. Tuesday, the Lakers faced Somerset at home coming away with a tie after a nail […]
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Russell Springs Residents to See Slight Tax Rate Decrease

September 10, 2026 WJRS Staff
The Russell Springs City Council unanimously approved the city’s 2026 taxing ordinance during its regular monthly meeting Thursday evening. Under the new rates, city residents will pay slightly less in taxes on real estate and […]
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Russell Springs Water Line Project on Track for Thanksgiving Completion

September 10, 2026 WJRS Staff
A major infrastructure improvement project continues in Russell Springs, replacing some of the city’s oldest water lines. Cleary Construction of Tompkinsville is completing the work as part of the city’s cast iron, asbestos and concrete […]
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Russell Springs Police Respond to 556 Calls During August, Make 39 Arrests

September 10, 2026 WJRS Staff
The Russell Springs Police Department responded to 556 calls for service during August. Police Chief Bryan Shepard released the department’s monthly activity report, which shows officers conducted 169 traffic stops, issued 48 citations and investigated […]
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Holly Ballou Crowned 2026 RCMS Football Homecoming Queen

September 10, 2026 WJRS Staff
Russell County Middle School has crowned its 2026 Football Homecoming Queen. Seventh-grader Holly Ballou received the crown during the homecoming ceremony. She was escorted by Baylor Brumett. Eighth-grader Ava Wilkerson was named first runner-up and […]
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Sheldon R. Hadley, 69, of Jamestown

September 10, 2026 WJRS Staff
Sheldon R. Hadley, 69, of Jamestown, passed away Thursday, August 27th, at Continue Care Hospital in Corbin, KY. Sheldon was born in Columbia, KY on December 30, 1956, a son of the late Mina (Thomas) […]
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Susan Holder, 74, of Russell Springs

September 10, 2026 WJRS Staff
Susan Holder, 74, of Russell Springs, passed away Tuesday, September 8, 2026, at University of Kentucky Medical Center in Lexington. Born December 28, 1951, in Pulaski County, she was a daughter of the late Arnis […]
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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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