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September 15, 2026

WJRS NEWS HEADLINES

[ September 15, 2026 ] RCHS Site-Based Decision Making Council Meets Wednesday Afternoon WJRS News
[ September 15, 2026 ] Solar Farm Truck Traffic Draws Complaints from Sano, Mt. Olive Residents WJRS News
[ September 15, 2026 ] Russell County Transfer Station Handles Up to 600 Tons Weekly WJRS News
[ September 15, 2026 ] RCMS Softball Advances to 16th District Championship Local Sports
[ September 15, 2026 ] GIRLS SOCCER: Lady Lakers Continue Dominant Season With 8–0 Win Local Sports

New Year’s Day closings

January 1, 2026 Zac Oakes

We have multiple closings to report for the New Year’s Day holiday. Jamestown and Russell Springs City Halls will be closed today. The Russell County Judicial Center and Russell County Courthouse will be closed today. […]

LCDHD emphasizing importance of vaccinations with increase in respiratory illness

January 1, 2026 Zac Oakes

The Lake Cumberland District Health Department is emphasizing the importance of vaccinations with a notable increase in respiratory illness in the Lake Cumberland Area. The health department says it’s particularly important for certain populations to […]

State income tax reduction goes into effect today

January 1, 2026 Zac Oakes

The state’s income tax reduction officially goes into effect today. The state decreased its income tax rate from 4 percent to 3.5 percent. The latest census data shows the median household income in Russell County […]

Branscum’s Consumer Data Protection Act goes into effect today

January 1, 2026 Zac Oakes

A piece of legislation headed by State Representative Josh Branscum takes effect today. The Kentucky Consumer Data Protection Act was spearheaded by Branscum and signed into law during the 2024 legislative session. However, today is […]

Community Conversation 9-15
Jeff Hoover talks with Crystal Popplewell of Lake Cumberland Tourism about the success of the Poker Run and the continued growth of tourism in the area. They also discuss the extension of Food Truck Friday through October 30th, including the special themes and community events planned for the coming weeks.
Community Conversation 9-14
Jeff Hoover talks with students and leaders from the Russell County High School Next Gen Civics Club about the program’s growth, hands-on experience with local government, and the impact it is having on students. They also discuss the students’ involvement in the upcoming Greasy Creek Roadside Park groundbreaking and ribbon-cutting ceremony.
Lakers vs Belfry
Russell County vs Belfry from Friday, September 11th.
Community Conversation 9-11
Sean Hammond talks with Russell County Band Director Curtis Ervin about the marching band season, the annual pork chop fundraiser, and the community support that keeps the program going strong. Sean also speaks with Jeric DeVore about Sparc Recovery and Kentucky Recovery Vocational, its workforce training efforts, helping people overcome barriers to employment, and the upcoming Light of Hope event in Jamestown.
Community Conversation 9-10
Sean Hammond talks with Mike Berry of the Caretakers Riding Club about their upcoming Toys for Tots benefit ride, the club’s commitment to helping local families, and the many ways they give back to Russell and Adair counties.