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  • [ September 14, 2026 ] 20th Annual Lake Cumberland Poker Run Draws Large Crowd WJRS News
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  • [ September 13, 2026 ] Russell County 4-H Shooting Sports Members Earn Top Finishes at State Championship Local Sports
  • [ September 13, 2026 ] Russell County 4-H Shooting Sports Members Earn Top Finishes at State Championship WJRS News
  • [ September 12, 2026 ] 13-Year-Old Seriously Injured in Horse-and-Vehicle Accident WJRS News
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Four-star Malachi Brown put in work to become elite player

June 22, 2026 Zac Oakes
By LARRY VAUGHT Malachi Brown’s father played college football at Marshall University and his uncle played for Ole Miss. “Malachi always had a football in his hands,” said Torino Brown, Malachi’s father. “His uncle was […]
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Man airlifted following motorcycle vs vehicle collision in Adair County

June 19, 2026 Zac Oakes
A Columbia man was airlifted following a motorcycle vs vehicle collision on Highway 1592 in Adair County on Monday. The Adair County Sheriff’s Office said 41-year-old Bruce Thompson was operating a 2003 Yamaha motorcycle on […]
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Russell, Wayne County men among those to receive posthumous pardons from Governor for helping slaves escape

June 19, 2026 Zac Oakes
Two men from Russell and Wayne counties are among over 40 individuals to receive a posthumous pardon from Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear. These individuals were charged with harboring, aiding, or enticing Black slaves to escape […]
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Over 20 people taken to hospital following reported gas leak at Wayne County Senior Center

June 19, 2026 Zac Oakes
Over 20 people were taken to the hospital following a reported gas leak at the Wayne County Senior Citizens Center yesterday. Wayne County officials say it happened just before noon local time yesterday. Monticello-Wayne County […]
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Juneteenth closings today

June 19, 2026 Zac Oakes
There are multiple closings to report in recognition of the Juneteenth holiday tomorrow. Local post offices will be closed today, so there will be no mail delivery. Several banks in Russell County will be closed. […]
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Campbellsville funeral home director indicted; allegedly defrauded over a dozen families

June 19, 2026 Zac Oakes
A Campbellsville funeral home director is facing multiple felony charges after the Kentucky Attorney General’s Office alleges he defrauded more than a dozen families. 53-year-old Donald Auberry was indicted on 13 counts of Violation of […]
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127 across Wolf Creek Dam closures announced

June 19, 2026 Zac Oakes
Both lanes of U.S. 127 across Wolf Creek Dam will be closed Monday as work continues on the spillway gates at the dam. The highway across the dam will be closed from 8 a.m. to […]
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Russell County Schools Local Planning Committee to hold public forum, meeting on Monday

June 19, 2026 Zac Oakes
The Russell County Schools Local Planning Committee will hold a public forum and meeting on Monday. The public forum gets underway at 5:30 Monday at the Russell County ANC in the room above the pool. […]
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Jamestown preparing for annual Lakefest celebration; hazardous duty for police officers could begin in October

June 19, 2026 Zac Oakes
The Jamestown City Council met last night. Mayor Regena Hinton said the city is putting on the final touches in preparation for the annual Lakefest celebration, which is just two weeks away. Hinton also said […]
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Jamestown Police charge Frenchburg man in vehicle theft case

June 18, 2026 Zac Oakes
The Jamestown Police Department has charged a Frenchburg man in the case of a stolen vehicle discovered earlier this week. 41-year-old Danny Prater was charged with receiving stolen property valued between $1,000 and $10,000. Prater […]
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    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.

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    Sean Hammond talks with members of the 606 Jeep Association and Russell Springs about the upcoming Jeeps & Jokers Poker Run. They discuss the five-stop poker run, Jeep Show & Shine, kids’ Power Wheels obstacle course, food trucks, vendors, prizes, and how the event supports Russell County Jaycees Toys for Tots. Whether you own a Jeep or just want to enjoy a fun day with the community, everyone is invited!

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