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August 4, 2026

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[ August 3, 2026 ] Two Arrested After Geneva Drive Search Warrant; Suspected Meth and Fentanyl Seized WJRS News
[ August 3, 2026 ] Russell County Schools Preschool Programs Earn Highest Kentucky All STARS Rating WJRS News
[ August 3, 2026 ] Janet Clark, 75, of Jamestown Obituaries
[ August 3, 2026 ] Dawn Marie Clifton, 58, of Columbia Obituaries
[ August 3, 2026 ] Two Injured in Single-Vehicle Crash in Fairview Community WJRS News

Two Arrested After Geneva Drive Search Warrant; Suspected Meth and Fentanyl Seized

August 3, 2026 WJRS Staff

A joint drug investigation led to the arrest of two people Monday night following the execution of a search warrant at a residence on Geneva Drive on the outskirts of Jamestown and Russell Springs. According […]

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Russell County Schools Preschool Programs Earn Highest Kentucky All STARS Rating

August 3, 2026 WJRS Staff

The preschool programs at all three Russell County elementary schools have earned the highest level of recognition from the Kentucky Department of Education. Jamestown Elementary, Russell Springs Elementary and Salem Elementary have each received a […]

Janet Clark, 75, of Jamestown

August 3, 2026 WJRS Staff

Janet Kay Clark, of Jamestown, passed peacefully from this life on Sunday, August 2, 2026, at Russell County Hospital. She was 75 years, 1 month, and 7 days old. Born on June 26, 1951, in […]

Dawn Marie Clifton, 58, of Columbia

August 3, 2026 WJRS Staff

Dawn Marie Clifton, of Adair County, passed away Friday, July 31, 2026, at Barren County Health and Rehabilitation, in Glasgow. She was 58 years of age. Born August 10, 1967, she was the daughter of […]

Two Injured in Single-Vehicle Crash in Fairview Community

August 3, 2026 WJRS Staff

Two people were injured in a single-vehicle accident Monday morning in the Fairview community of Russell County. Russell County Sheriff Derek Polston told WJRS NEWS that 39-year-old Curtis Peterson of Russell Springs was driving a […]

Clinton County Man Arrested Following 30-Minute Foot Chase

August 3, 2026 WJRS Staff

A Clinton County man is in jail after leading law enforcement officers on a foot pursuit Monday afternoon. According to Clinton County Sheriff Ricky Marcum, he and other officers attempted to arrest 22-year-old Jeremy Albertson […]

David Bunch, 77, of Sano Community

August 3, 2026 WJRS Staff

David Milton Bunch, age 77, passed away Monday, August 3, 2026 at his residence in the Sano community of Adair County. He was born on Saturday, August 7, 1948, in Bryan, KY. He was the […]

Adair County Sheriff Releases July Activity Report

August 3, 2026 WJRS Staff

The Adair County Sheriff’s Department has released its monthly activity report, highlighting the agency’s workload for the month of July. According to Sheriff Gary Roy, deputies served 48 warrants of arrest and opened 7 criminal […]

Jamestown Police Chief Expected to Step Down; Council to Consider Successor

August 3, 2026 WJRS Staff

The City of Jamestown could soon have a new police chief. WJRS NEWS has learned that longtime Jamestown Police Chief Jeff Kerns has requested to step down from his leadership role and be reassigned as […]

Two-Vehicle Collision Reported on U.S. 127 North of Russell Springs

August 2, 2026 WJRS Staff

A two-vehicle collision was reported late Sunday morning on U.S. Highway 127, approximately three miles north of Russell Springs. According to Russell County Sheriff’s Deputy Chad Fox, the crash occurred at approximately 11:50 a.m. when […]

Community Conversation 8-3
Jeff Hoover is joined by marriage and family therapist Joy Jones to discuss an upcoming community seminar focused on human trafficking awareness. Jones shares her experience working with survivors, explains common warning signs of exploitation, and talks about how parents, educators, churches, and community members can help protect vulnerable individuals through education and awareness.
Community Conversation 7-31
Jeff Hoover talks with Dr. Emiley Button, Director of Nursing at Lindsey Wilson University, about the school's new fully online RN to BSN program. They discuss how the program helps working nurses earn their bachelor's degree, partnerships with area hospitals and Somerset Community College, tuition assistance opportunities, and the growing demand for nurses across Kentucky.
Community Conversation 7-30
Jeff Hoover talks with Gordon Lester of the Russell County Family Resource and Youth Services Center about the annual Back to School Bash at the Russell County Fairgrounds. They discuss free backpacks, school supplies, food, and community support available to Russell County students, along with the year-round work Family Resource Centers do to help local children and families succeed in school.
Community Conversation 7-29
Jeff Hoover talks with Betty McQueary, Director of Laboratory Services at Russell County Hospital, about the hospital's annual Community Health Screening. Betty discusses the strong turnout, what tests are included in the $20 screening, the importance of early detection for conditions such as infections, anemia, and prostate cancer, and how participants can quickly access their results. She also explains the convenience of the screening process and thanks the Russell County School System and hospital staff for helping make the event a success.
Community Conversation 7-28
Former Laker football coach Lucas Ford discusses taking over as director of the Russell County Youth Football League. He shares details on upcoming registration dates, a free youth football camp, and plans to grow the program by teaching fundamentals, building character, and creating a strong foundation for the future of Laker football. Lucas also highlights the importance of community support and getting young athletes involved early in the game.