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August 5, 2026

WJRS NEWS HEADLINES

[ August 5, 2026 ] Feeding America Distribution Planned Thursday at Russell County Fairgrounds WJRS News
[ August 5, 2026 ] Stephen Davis, 78, of Russell Springs Obituaries
[ August 4, 2026 ] Liberty Officials Urge Residents to Continue Water Conservation as Emergency Effort Continues WJRS News
[ August 4, 2026 ] Two Area School Districts Delay Start of School Year Due to Construction WJRS News
[ August 4, 2026 ] Russell County Airport Board Reviews Website Proposal, Hears Aviation Business Requests WJRS News

RC IDA Met Wednesday

June 27, 2019 Sean Hammond

During their regular monthly meeting on Wednesday, the Russell County Industrial Development Authority voted to submit an application with the Kentucky Development Economic Development Cabinet for certification of the new build ready site located at […]

U.S. 127 Relocation Project is a Candidate for State Funding

June 27, 2019 Sean Hammond

The U.S. 127 relocation project was among a group of road projects the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet listed this week that are candidates for state transportation funding, using initial results from the State Highway Investment Formula […]

LCDHD Inspection Report

June 27, 2019 Sean Hammond

News Director Derek Aaron has the latest retail and restaurant inspection report from the Lake Cumberland District Health Department… https://jeffh26.sg-host.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/Aaron-6-27.mp3

Permitless Concealed Carry Goes into Effect Today

June 27, 2019 Sean Hammond

Starting today, anyone 21 and older who can legally possess a gun in Kentucky can carry it concealed with no permit required, following a bill that was signed into law back in March. Senate Bill […]

Quarterly Meeting for Sheriff’s Office is Tonight

June 27, 2019 Sean Hammond

Tonight is the quarterly meeting of the Russell County Sheriff’s Office. The meeting will begin at 6:00 pm in the conference room of the Russell County Auditorium/Natatorium Complex and everyone is invited to attend.

RC School Board Meets Tomorrow

June 27, 2019 Sean Hammond

The Russell County Board of Education will meet Friday afternoon at 12:00 pm in room 114 at the Russell County Auditorium/Natatorium Complex. The full agenda is below… Call to Order Roll Call Adoption of […]

Bank Robbed just Last Year was Once Again Robbed Tuesday

June 26, 2019 Sean Hammond

Shortly before 2:30 pm on Tuesday, a bank robbery occurred at the BB&T Bank in Russell Springs, according to the Russell Springs Police Department. This is the same banking location that was robbed back in […]

RC Fiscal Court Met Tuesday Morning

June 26, 2019 Sean Hammond

WJRS News spoke with Russell County Judge-Executive Gary Robertson, who detailed a special called meeting of the Russell County Fiscal Court Tuesday… https://jeffh26.sg-host.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/Robertson-6-26-1.mp3 Robertson also updated the health status of 2nd District Magistrate Mickey Garner, […]

Sheriff’s Quarterly Meeting is Thursday

June 26, 2019 Sean Hammond

Thursday night marks the second quarterly meeting, and the first in a new location, for the Russell County Sheriff’s Office…

Demonstration Program to Come to Russell County School District

June 26, 2019 Sean Hammond

WJRS News Director Derek Aaron files this report for local news on the recent success of a school-based program in Jefferson County that will soon make its way to the Russell County School District… https://jeffh26.sg-host.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/Aaron-6-26.mp3

Community Conversation 8-5
Jeff Hoover is joined by Democratic gubernatorial candidate Rocky Adkins to discuss his campaign for Kentucky governor. Adkins reflects on his decades of public service, outlines his vision for the state's future, and shares his priorities for economic development, education, healthcare, and working across party lines. He also talks about how his and his wife's experiences as cancer survivors have shaped his perspective on leadership and public service.
Community Conversation 8-4
Russell County Judge-Executive Randy Marcum provides an update on county government, including the new fiscal year budget, the upcoming property tax rate process, and more than $1 million in planned road improvement projects. He also discusses the community commodities program, construction progress on the new Russell County Hospital and Extension Office, the opening of Air Methods at the Russell County Airport, and other developments aimed at improving services and supporting future growth across the county.
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.