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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

Fair continues today with pageants, demolition derby

May 30, 2026 Zac Oakes

The Russell County Jaycees Fair continues today with pageants and the popular demolition derby. Pageants will run through the day at the pavilion, with the last pageant expected to get underway at around 6:00. Other […]

Jamestown Council holds budget readings in special-called meeting

May 30, 2026 Zac Oakes

The Jamestown City Council held first readings of two budget ordinances during its special-called meeting Thursday. Jamestown Mayor Regena Hinton said a second reading and vote will take place at the June council meeting. The […]

Russell County Jaycees Fair gets underway today

May 29, 2026 Zac Oakes

The Russell County Jaycees Fair officially gets underway today. Russell County Jaycees Fair Manager Dustin Adkins was a guest on Community Conversation, and said the fair aims to bring entertainment at a reasonable price. Tonight’s […]

Portion of Russell County remains in extreme drought

May 29, 2026 Zac Oakes

Recent rainfall provided some relief to local drought conditions. However the U.S. Drought Monitor still lists a portion of Russell County as being in extreme drought with the remainder of the county being upgraded to […]

Mayor announces bands for upcoming Lakefest celebration; city will hold ribbon cutting at Reel Java this afternoon

May 29, 2026 Zac Oakes

The annual Lakefest celebration in Jamestown is just a little over a month away. WJRS News caught up with Jamestown Mayor Regena Hinton to talk about the entertainment Lakefest attendees can expect at this year’s […]

Man arrested, no injuries reported in rollover wreck on Highway 80 yesterday

May 29, 2026 Zac Oakes

Russell Springs Police responded to a two-vehicle collision on West Highway 80 yesterday afternoon in which a vehicle rolled and landed upside down in the roadway. Russell Springs Police say it happened just after noon […]

Russell Springs will receive about $52,000 in state road aid money

May 29, 2026 Zac Oakes

The City of Russell Springs will receive about $52,000 in road aid money from the state. The Russell Springs City Council approved a resolution last night to accept the municipal road aid funds. These funds […]

Authorities in Clinton County searching for Tennessee murder suspect

May 28, 2026 Zac Oakes

Authorities in Clinton County are continuing to search for a murder suspect out of Tennessee. The Clinton County Sheriff’s Office is searching for Jesse Phillips from Pickett County, Tennessee. Clinton County authorities say Phillips allegedly […]

Fiscal court approves equipment purchases, grant funds for recycling center

May 28, 2026 Zac Oakes

The Russell County Fiscal Court met in special session this morning, approving the purchase of a cardboard trailer and grant funds for equipment at the recycling center. Russell County Judge Executive Randy Marcum provided WJRS […]

Commodity distribution will be at high school next week

May 28, 2026 Zac Oakes

Due to the Russell County Jaycees Fair taking place, the monthly commodity distribution with the Russell County Fiscal Court and Feeding America will take place at Russell County High School. Commodities will be distributed next […]

Community Conversation 8-6
Russell Springs City Park Director Daniel Buster joins Jeff Hoover to discuss the latest improvements at the park, including construction on the new golf course and turf ballfield projects. He also shares details about the city's free Back to School Bash, featuring inflatables, games, free food, swimming, and family fun before students head back to class.
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.