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August 24, 2026

WJRS NEWS HEADLINES

[ August 24, 2026 ] Russell Springs Man Arrested on Drug Indictment, New Drug Charges Following Traffic Stop WJRS News
[ August 24, 2026 ] Mark Dunbar, 63, of Russell Springs Obituaries
[ August 24, 2026 ] ** FOUND SAFE ** Search Underway for Missing 11-year-old in Fairview Community WJRS News
[ August 24, 2026 ] Addison Coffey Becomes Russell County’s All-Time Leading Scorer Local Sports
[ August 23, 2026 ] Two Men Drown in Separate Lake Cumberland Incidents WJRS News

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 […]

Chamber of Commerce Met Tuesday

June 19, 2019 Sean Hammond

The Russell County Chamber of Commerce held their monthly meeting for June on Tuesday. WJRS News caught up with Chamber President Lindsey Wilson Gosser following the meeting… Gosser invites the public to come out the […]

Local Students at Campbellsville University Receive Honors

June 19, 2019 Sean Hammond

The academic honors’ President’s List at Campbellsville University was recently released for the Spring 2019 semester. Local students making the list included… Hannah Elaine Watts, a junior, from Russell Springs Hope Catherine Owens, a sophomore, […]

Tourist Commission Meets Today

June 19, 2019 Sean Hammond

The Russell County Tourism Board (Lake Cumberland Tourist Commission) meets for their regularly schedules meeting that takes place today at 12:30 pm. This meeting, as always, is opened to the public.

Community Conversation 8-24
Susan Toby, chairperson of the Lake Cumberland Walk to End Alzheimer’s, joins Jeff Hoover to discuss Alzheimer’s awareness, early warning signs, the importance of early diagnosis and treatment, and how the community can support families affected by the disease. Toby also shares details about the upcoming Walk to End Alzheimer’s in Somerset on September 27th and how listeners can participate or support the cause.
Lakers vs Adair County
Russell County vs Adair County from Friday, August 21st.
Community Conversation 8-19
Jeff Hoover talks with Russell County High School FFA state champion public speakers Piper Garmon and recent graduate Kendall Melton. The two share their experiences competing at the state level, their winning speeches, and how FFA has helped them build confidence, discover opportunities, and prepare for their futures in agriculture and education.
Community Conversation 8-18
Jeff Hoover talks with Kentucky Lieutenant Governor and Democratic candidate for governor Jacqueline Coleman about her campaign, education, school funding, Kentucky’s budget, working with the legislature, and her vision for the future of the Commonwealth. Coleman also discusses her background as an educator, coach, and mother and what sets her apart in the Democratic primary.
Community Conversation 8-17
Jeff Hoover talks with Russell County Schools Director of Security Jackie Grider about school safety, the role of school resource officers, summer training, and the importance of building trust with students, parents, and the community. Grider also shares his personal commitment to helping students make positive choices and succeed.