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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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Laker Golf Edges Monroe in Conference Match

September 9, 2026 WJRS Staff
The Russell County Lakers boys golf team picked up a big conference victory over Monroe County in its final regular-season match at Hidden Hills Country Club Wednesday evening. The teams finished tied at 161, with […]
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Lady Lakers Golf Team Ties Adair County at The Pines

September 9, 2026 WJRS Staff
The Russell County Lady Lakers golf team finished in a tie with Adair County Tuesday evening at The Pines in Columbia. Senior Carleen Meyers led the Lady Lakers with a 38. Porter Branscum followed with […]
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Columbia Police Implement New Virtual Reality Training Technology

September 9, 2026 WJRS Staff
The Columbia Police Department has implemented new virtual reality training technology aimed at better preparing officers for high-stress situations. An Axon Global Training master instructor conducted an eight-hour course Monday on the department’s new Axon […]
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Obituaries

Jerry Lee Berry, age 75, of Russell Springs

September 9, 2026 Sean Hammond
Jerry Lee Berry, 75, of Russell Springs, died Monday, September 7, 2026, at Ephraim McDowell Hospital in Danville. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 P.M. Thursday, September 10, 2026, at the Chapel of Lake […]
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Food Assistance Available Thursday at Russell County Fairgrounds

September 8, 2026 WJRS Staff
Russell County residents in need of basic food assistance will have an opportunity to receive commodities later this week. Russell County Judge-Executive Randy Marcum and the Russell County Fiscal Court, in conjunction with Feeding America, […]
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Jamestown’s Lindsey Brockman Crowned 2026 Mrs. Adair County Fair

September 8, 2026 WJRS Staff
Congratulations to the 2026 Mrs. Adair County Fair winners! This year’s Mrs. Adair County Fair Queen is Lindsey Erin Brockman of Jamestown. Named 1st Runner-Up is MaKayla LaNae Ballenger of Russell Springs. Congratulations to Lindsey […]
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Lady Lakers Sweep McCreary County in Soccer Action

September 8, 2026 WJRS Staff
The Russell County Lady Lakers swept McCreary County on their home field in varsity and junior varsity soccer action Tuesday evening. In the varsity match, Russell County earned a six-to-one victory behind five goals from […]
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Kentucky Supreme Court Coming to Campbellsville University

September 8, 2026 WJRS Staff
The Supreme Court of Kentucky will hold official oral arguments at Campbellsville University next week. The court will hear cases Wednesday and Thursday, September 16th and 17th, at Ransdell Chapel. Sessions are scheduled for 10 […]
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Casey County Judge-Executive Responds to Complaints About Spectrum Contractors

September 8, 2026 WJRS Staff
The Casey County Judge-Executive’s Office is responding to complaints about contractors working on Spectrum’s fiber installation and broadband expansion project. Judge Randy Dial says residents have reported damage to yards and private property, construction debris […]
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New Medicaid Payments to Strengthen Russell County Ambulance Service

September 8, 2026 WJRS Staff
The Russell County Ambulance Service is reporting an improving financial outlook following several years of struggles. The Ambulance Service Board of Directors held its regular monthly meeting Tuesday morning. Board Chairman Jeramy Coffey told WJRS […]
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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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