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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

Relay for Life Event is Tonight

June 21, 2019 Sean Hammond

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

June 21, 2019 Sean Hammond

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

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 […]

Jamestown Man Arrested on Attempted Kidnapping Charges

June 20, 2019 Sean Hammond

Danny L. Malone, age 76, of Jamestown was arrested and charged with Criminal Attempt to commit Kidnapping. The charges stem from an incident that was reported to the Jamestown Police Department on June 12th in […]

Library Board of Directors Met Tuesday

June 20, 2019 Sean Hammond

The Russell County Library Board of Directors had a special called meeting on Tuesday evening. Here’s Russell County Library Director Lindsey Westerfield with more… Westerfield also gives us an update on the construction of the […]

Local Meetings Take Place this Evening

June 20, 2019 Sean Hammond

There will be a Lakefest meeting this evening prior to the meeting of the Jamestown City Council. This meetings gets underway at 5:00 pm. The Jamestown City Council will meet this evening at City Hall […]

WJRS News Talks with Director of Tourism for Russell County

June 20, 2019 Sean Hammond

Russell County Tourism Director Janette Marson, talks with WJRS News today about the many things folks in the area can take part in this summer… For more information, go to lakecumberlandvacation.com

Injury Accident Occurred in the Union Chapel Area this Morning

June 19, 2019 Sean Hammond

A two vehicle accident with injuries occurred this morning on Highway 1058 near the old Union Chapel School just after 9:15 this morning. According to the Russell County Sheriff’s Department, Joey Dykes, age 38, was […]

RC Woman Arrested in Connection with Fire that Occurred Tuesday Morning

June 19, 2019 Sean Hammond

Tiffany Cox, age 30, of Jamestown was arrested and charged with arson 2nd degree in reference to a trailer fire on Highway 92 in Jamestown in the early morning hours on Tuesday, according to Sheriff […]

PC Woman Arrested on Arson and Burglary Charges

June 19, 2019 Sean Hammond

A Pulaski County woman accused of stealing a large sum of money from a business and setting it on fire was arrested in Ohio. The Pulaski County Sheriff’s Office says Norma Jean Walker, 56, of […]

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.