Articles by Sean Hammond

A one vehicle accident involving a motorcycle occurred this (Friday) morning on highway 619. The accident occurred at 10:40 am when Josh Wheeler, who was operating a 1996 motorcycle was driving on highway 619 north […]

Sunshine Today; Showers and Storms Return Tonight

We are finally wrapping up the work week on this Friday morning and the weather right now is beautiful with sunshine and temperatures in the 70’s already. We should get through most of the day […]

Jamestown City Council Met Thursday Evening

The Jamestown City Council met last evening for the regular monthly meeting for June for the city leaders. Jamestown Mayor Nick Shearer spoke to WJRS News following the meeting and shares what took place… https://jeffh26.sg-host.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/Shearer-6-21-19.mp3

RC Hospital Board Met Last Evening

The Russell County Hospital Board met last night with several items on the agenda. Hospital CEO Scott Thompson sit down with WJRS News following the meeting and discussed what took place… https://jeffh26.sg-host.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/Thompson-1-.mp3 Thompson was evaluated […]

Relay for Life Event is Tonight

Join us for a night of food, fun, games, silent auction and more. Let’s celebrate the survivors, remember those who lost the battle, and fight back to help find a cure. All proceeds go to […]

RCMS to Host Camp Next Week for Students

Hannah England spoke to WJRS earlier this week about the upcoming event… England also tells us that students will be taking a field trip each day of the camp… https://jeffh26.sg-host.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/England-6-21-19-2.mp3

Laker Sports, Friday, June 21st

Those entering 1t through 6th grade that are interested in signing up for youth league football this fall, the next signup is Saturday, June 22nd from 9:00 to 11:00 am in the high school lobby. […]

Trading Post Items- Thursday

June 20, 2019 Sean Hammond

Looking For: Home for rent in Russell Springs 270-343-4289 For Sale: Burn barrels and antique Farmall tractor 270-585-1225 For Sale: Two large totes of clothing 270-566-0652 For Sale: Couch and love seat 270-566-2789 For Sale: […]

Showers and Thunderstorms Remain the Forecast Today

June 20, 2019 Sean Hammond

Good Thursday, everyone. Showers and thunderstorms are still trying to develop to our west, so just make sure and keep an eye on things through the rest of the afternoon and evening hours. Not expecting […]

Search Warrant Leads to Discovery of Marijuana Plants

June 20, 2019 Sean Hammond

A late night search off J. Tucker Road in the Eli community of Russell County at William C. Wilson’s residence resulted in the seizure of 13 marijuana plants growing inside and outside the trailer. Arrests […]