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20th Annual Lake Cumberland Poker Run Draws Large Crowd

September 14, 2026 WJRS Staff
More than 120 boats participated in the 20th annual Lake Cumberland Poker Run presented by State Dock over the weekend. Russell County Tourism Director Danielle Wilson told WJRS NEWS it is nearly impossible to determine […]
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U.S. 127 Crash Requires Extrication and Medical Flight

September 13, 2026 WJRS Staff
A Russell Springs man was airlifted following a two-vehicle collision Sunday afternoon on U.S. 127 North. The collision occurred at approximately 1:22 p.m. at the intersection of Jericho Road and West Kentucky 76. According to […]
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Russell County 4-H Shooting Sports Members Earn Top Finishes at State Championship

September 13, 2026 WJRS Staff
Russell County 4-H Shooting Sports members delivered an impressive performance Saturday at the Kentucky 4-H State Shooting Sports Championship. The competition was held September 12 at the Blue Grass Sportsmen’s League in Wilmore and brought […]
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Russell County 4-H Shooting Sports Members Earn Top Finishes at State Championship

September 13, 2026 WJRS Staff
Russell County 4-H Shooting Sports members delivered an impressive performance Saturday at the Kentucky 4-H State Shooting Sports Championship. The competition was held September 12 at the Blue Grass Sportsmen’s League in Wilmore and brought […]
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13-Year-Old Seriously Injured in Horse-and-Vehicle Accident

September 12, 2026 WJRS Staff
Thirteen-year-old Emanuel Yoder was seriously injured Saturday evening when the horse he was riding was struck by a vehicle on KY 80. The accident occurred around 7:30 p.m. in a curve on Goose Creek Hill, […]
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Lakers Blank Franklin-Simpson in Saturday Matchup

September 12, 2026 WJRS Staff
The Russell County Laker boys soccer team earned a convincing shutout victory Saturday, defeating Franklin-Simpson 3–0. Sebastian Betts-Jimenez opened the scoring in the 15th minute off an assist from Connor Davidson. The Lakers added two […]
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Belfry’s Ground Attack Powers Pirates Past Lakers (game recap + game photos)

September 11, 2026 WJRS Staff
Belfry used a powerful rushing attack to defeat Russell County 49–19 during the Lakers’ homecoming game Friday night at Finley Field. The Pirates rushed for 326 yards on 29 carries, led by J.B. Woolum, who […]
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2026 RCHS Football Homecoming Queen and Court Announced; Plus Candidate Photos

September 11, 2026 WJRS Staff
Junior Addison Coffey was crowned the 2026 Russell County High School Football Homecoming Queen Friday night during halftime of the Russell County–Belfry football game. Coffey was escorted by Connor Davidson. The Queen’s Court included first […]
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Russell Springs Man Found Guilty of Using Electronic Means to Induce Minor

September 11, 2026 WJRS Staff
A Russell Circuit Court jury has found a Russell Springs man guilty of using electronic means to induce a minor to engage in sexual activity, a Class C felony. Following a two-day trial, the six-man, […]
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KSP Arrests Glasgow Man on Russell County Sexual Abuse Charges

September 11, 2026 WJRS Staff
A Glasgow man was taken into custody Wednesday afternoon on multiple sexual abuse charges stemming from a Russell County investigation. Kentucky State Police arrested 42-year-old Raymond McMillen on a Russell Circuit Court indictment charging him […]
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    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.

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