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Turner appointed to another term on RCIDA Board

February 19, 2026 Zac Oakes
Russell Springs Mayor Eddie Thomas appointed David Turner to another term on the Russell County Industrial Development Authority Board at the most recent city council meeting. Turner has served two years on the board and […]
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Pulaski man arrested for sex crimes involving two minors

February 19, 2026 Zac Oakes
A Pulaski County man has been arrested on rape and sodomy charges involving two minor females, according to the Pulaski County Sheriff’s Office. The Pulaski County Sheriff’s Office said 64-year-old Edward Dick of Science Hill […]
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Clara Strack doesn’t back down from physical matchups

February 19, 2026 Zac Oakes
by LARRY VAUGHT Junior center Clara Strack consistently draws double coverage from opponents and seems to get knocked to the floor at least five times every game. However, Strack — last year’s SEC Defensive Player […]
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Russell Springs man arrested after causing collision that sent 5 to hospital

February 18, 2026 Zac Oakes
A Russell Springs man was arrested after allegedly causing a collision that sent five people to the hospital tonight. The Russell County Sheriff’s Office said the collision happened sometime around 7:50 p.m. near the intersection […]
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Brylie Northcutt, age 15, of Russell Springs

February 18, 2026 Zac Oakes
Brylie Northcutt, of Russell Springs, passed from this life on Monday, February 16, 2026, at Russell County Hospital. She was 15 years, 2 months, and 15 days of age. Brylie was born on December 01, […]
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Russell County Schools to dismiss early Friday for funeral of RCHS student

February 18, 2026 Zac Oakes
Russell County Schools will dismiss early on Friday to allow students and employees the opportunity to attend the funeral service for Russell County High School student Brylie Northcutt. Superintendent Michael Ford announced schools will dismiss […]
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Mildred Lawson, age 87, of Russell Springs

February 18, 2026 Zac Oakes
Mildred Lawson, age 87, of Russell Springs, KY passed away Monday, February 16 2026 at Her residence. She was born on Thursday, February 02 1939, in Russell County, Ky. She was the daughter of: Mother […]
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Ronnie Dwain Lawless, age 69, Formerly of Jamestown

February 18, 2026 Sean Hammond
Ronnie Dwain Lawless, formerly of Jamestown, passed away Monday February 16, 2026, at Redbanks Colonial Terrace Nursing Home, in Sebree, Kentucky. He was 69 years of age. Born September 21, 1956, in Albany, he was […]
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Russell Springs taking orders for veteran banners

February 18, 2026 Zac Oakes
Russell Springs City Hall is taking orders for veteran banners to be displayed on Main Street. Mayor Eddie Thomas gave WJRS News more details about the veteran banners. Anyone interested in ordering or renewing a […]
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KU granted rate increase by Kentucky PSC

February 18, 2026 Zac Oakes
Local Kentucky Utilities customers will continue to see higher rates. LG&E and KU sought a rate increase this past September, citing a need to make system improvements due to aging infrastructure and equipment damage from […]
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