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Russell County Middle School SBDM Council to Hold Special Meeting Wednesday

July 13, 2026 WJRS Staff
The Russell County Middle School Site-Based Decision-Making Council has scheduled a special called meeting for Wednesday morning to continue the process of selecting the school’s next principal. The meeting will begin at 8:00 Central Time […]
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Russell County Awarded $1.049 Million for Road Improvements

July 13, 2026 WJRS Staff
The Russell County Fiscal Court will receive more than $1 million in state funding for county road resurfacing projects that are expected to begin within the next month. Under an agreement with the Kentucky Transportation […]
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Weekend Arrests Across the Lake Cumberland Region Result in Multiple Drug, DUI and Other Charges

July 12, 2026 WJRS Staff
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State Champions Victory Parade Photos

July 12, 2026 WJRS Staff
 
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Liberty to Begin Pumping Water from Green River Monday as Lake Recovery Effort Enters Next Phase

July 12, 2026 WJRS Staff
The City of Liberty will begin pumping water from the Green River into Lake Liberty on Monday morning following the successful completion of a major emergency water supply project. Liberty Mayor, Dr. Sam Hadaad, says […]
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Russell County Hospital Encourages Public to Learn BE FAST Stroke Warning Signs

July 12, 2026 WJRS Staff
We conclude our two-part interview with Dr. Richard Perkins, Director of the Emergency Department at Russell County Hospital, following the hospital’s recent recognition with the American Heart Association’s Rural Stroke Silver Award for excellence in […]
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Russell County’s 10U All-Stars are bringing another state championship home

July 12, 2026 WJRS Staff
The Russell County Lakers captured the 2026 Cal Ripken Western Kentucky 10U State Championship with a hard-fought victory over Elizabethtown, capping off an impressive tournament run against one of the toughest fields in the state. […]
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Russell County’s 10U All-Stars are bringing another state championship home.

July 12, 2026 WJRS Staff
The Russell County Lakers captured the 2026 Cal Ripken Western Kentucky 10U State Championship with a hard-fought victory over Elizabethtown, capping off an impressive tournament run against one of the toughest fields in the state. […]
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Patricia Gail Routt McAninch, age 86, of Nicholasville, formerly of Jamestown

July 12, 2026 Sean Hammond
Patricia Gail Routt McAninch, of Nicholasville, formerly of Jamestown, passed away Friday, July 10, 2026. She was 86. Born on December 18,1939 in Sonora, Kentucky, she was a daughter of the late Dr. Ruel T. […]
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Pulaski County Schools Welcomes Kent Mayfield as New Superintendent

July 12, 2026 WJRS Staff
Pulaski County Schools is welcoming a familiar face to its top leadership position. Kent Mayfield is officially beginning his first year as Superintendent of Pulaski County Schools after spending the past 28 years serving the […]
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  • Community Conversation 9-8

    Tourism Director Danielle Wilson joins Sean Hammond on Community Conversation to discuss tourism in Russell County, the upcoming Lake Cumberland Poker Run, the Chamber Golf Scramble, the success of Food Truck Fridays, and the continued growth of local tourism. Tune in for a look at the events, people, and opportunities keeping Russell County busy beyond the summer season.

  • Lakers vs Campbellsville

    Russell County vs Campbellsville from Friday, September 4th.

  • Community Conversation 9-4

    Jeff Hoover talks with Russell County Opioid Liaison Jennifer Knifley about National Recovery Month, the importance of sharing stories of recovery, Purple Fridays, and the impact addiction has on individuals and families. They also discuss the upcoming Light of Hope Candlelight Ceremony and the message Jennifer wants everyone struggling with addiction to hear: there is always hope.

  • Community Conversation 9-3

    Jeff Hoover talks with legendary Kentucky high school basketball coach Allen Feldhaus Jr. following his induction into the Kentucky High School Basketball Hall of Fame. Coach Feldhaus reflects on his 41-year coaching career, his father’s influence, the 2013 state championship, and the lasting relationships basketball has created throughout his career.

  • Community Conversation 9-2

    Jeff Hoover talks with Glenna Helm of Burnside Tourism about Thunder Over Burnside, happening this Labor Day weekend at Burnside City Cole Park. They discuss the free event, live bands, food trucks, craft vendors, activities for children, and the fireworks finale.

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