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August 6, 2026

WJRS NEWS HEADLINES

[ August 5, 2026 ] Lake Area Foundation Accepting Live Auction Donations Through August 21 WJRS News
[ August 5, 2026 ] Antle Appointed Jamestown Police Chief; Kerns Transitions to School Resource Officer WJRS News
[ 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

Jamestown Police charge Frenchburg man in vehicle theft case

June 18, 2026 Zac Oakes

The Jamestown Police Department has charged a Frenchburg man in the case of a stolen vehicle discovered earlier this week. 41-year-old Danny Prater was charged with receiving stolen property valued between $1,000 and $10,000. Prater […]

10 Russell County High School students set to travel to Oregon to compete in national Educators Rising competition

June 18, 2026 Zac Oakes

10 Russell County High School students are set to travel to Portland, Oregon tomorrow to compete in the National Educators Rising Competitions. Students traveling to compete are Arielle Burton, Silvia Martinez, Emma Wilson, Avery Larison, […]

Jamestown City Council to meet this evening

June 18, 2026 Zac Oakes

The Jamestown City Council will meet this evening. The council will meet at 6:00 at City Hall. The meeting is open to the public. We’ll have more from the meeting on tomorrow’s local news.

School board hears update on mental health counseling in schools

June 18, 2026 Zac Oakes

The Russell County Board of Education heard an update on mental health counseling for students in the school system at this week’s board meeting. Superintendent Michael Ford said the school district is glad to work […]

Nancy man arrested on drug charge

June 18, 2026 Zac Oakes

A Nancy man was arrested on a drug charge yesterday. The Russell County Sheriff’s Office arrested 36-year-old David B. Carroll. He was charged with possession of methamphetamine and contempt of court. Carroll was arrested by […]

Florida man charged with robbery following incident at Columbia Walmart

June 18, 2026 Zac Oakes

A Florida man is charged with robbery second degree following an incident at Walmart in Columbia yesterday. Columbia Police say it happened yesterday morning at around 9:15. They say a man, identified as 28-year-old Ja’Michael […]

Metcalfe native, former Russell County assistant Terran Duncan named head coach of LWU Women’s Basketball team

June 17, 2026 Zac Oakes

A Metcalfe County native and former assistant coach for the Russell County Lady Laker Basketball team is now the head coach of the Lindsey Wilson University Women’s Basketball team. Terran Duncan was announced Wednesday morning […]

Russell County High School examining move to digital ticketing for athletic events

June 17, 2026 Zac Oakes

Russell County High School is examining a potential move to digital ticketing for athletic events. Russell County High School Athletics Director Michael Carpenter said he is interested in seeing the school move to a hybrid […]

Chamber of Commerce holds luncheon at new SEED Academy

June 17, 2026 Zac Oakes

Several members of the local business community had their first look at the new SEED Academy on French Valley Road yesterday. The academy serves as a partnership between the Russell County Industrial Development Authority and […]

Two people transported to hospital following two-vehicle collision on Highway 80 in Adair County Monday

June 17, 2026 Zac Oakes

Two people were transported to the hospital following a two-vehicle collision on Highway 80 in Adair County on Monday. The Adair County Sheriff’s Office said 18-year-old Tianna King of Columbia was operating a 2011 Chevy […]

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.