WJRS News

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 […]

The Lake Area Foundation continues to invest in the future of the Lake Cumberland region through scholarships, grants and endowments that benefit communities across its ten-county service area. Founded in 2012, the Lake Area Foundation […]

A company with roots in Russell Springs is celebrating a national basketball championship. Davis Steel USA, owned by Ashley and Adam Davis of Russell Springs, captured the 2026 The Basketball Tournament (TBT) championship Sunday afternoon […]

Two Russell Springs residents were arrested late Saturday afternoon following a domestic violence investigation by the Russell Springs Police Department. According to police records, Officer Blake Adamson arrested 47-year-old Jerry Barido of Russell Springs on […]

The Russell County Sheriff’s Department reports two people were arrested just before dawn Saturday at a residence on Middle Ridge Road in the Jabez community. According to Sheriff Derek Polston, deputies Stone Bolin and Devin […]

The City of Russell Springs is encouraging residents to stay informed by signing up for its official emergency notification service, Reach Alert. The free notification system keeps citizens updated on important community information when it […]

Russell County Schools has announced the selection of a new principal for Russell County Middle School. Superintendent Michael Ford announced Thursday afternoon that Mrs. Sarah Aaron has been selected to lead the school following a […]

The Adair County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a two-vehicle collision that occurred early Thursday morning on Highway 55 South. Sheriff Gary Roy says deputies responded to the 4000 block of Highway 55 South at approximately 6:20 a.m. […]

Russell County Schools has announced the selection of a new principal for Russell County Middle School. Superintendent Michael Ford announced that Mrs. Sarah Aaron has been selected to lead the school following a thorough selection […]