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August 6, 2026

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[ August 6, 2026 ] Russell County Indictment Leads to Arrest on Rape, Incest Charges WJRS News
[ August 6, 2026 ] Jamestown Applies for $1.5 Million Grant to Replace Water Intake Barge WJRS News
[ August 6, 2026 ] Large Crowd Celebrates Opening of Air Methods Base WJRS News
[ August 6, 2026 ] Firefighters Called to Early Morning Blaze at Stephens Pipe & Steel WJRS News
[ August 5, 2026 ] Lake Area Foundation Accepting Live Auction Donations Through August 21 WJRS News

Early voting at South KY RECC continues today

May 15, 2026 Zac Oakes

No-excuse early voting at the South Kentucky RECC Community Room continues today. Voting at South Kentucky RECC will take place from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. today and will be available tomorrow from 6 a.m. […]

Portion of Russell County now considered to be in extreme drought

May 15, 2026 Zac Oakes

Part of Russell County is now considered to be in extreme drought. The northern half of the county is considered to be in extreme drought while the southern half is still labeled as being in […]

RC Fiscal Court receives state funds for recycling equipment

May 15, 2026 Zac Oakes

The Russell County Fiscal Court is set to receive a little over $13,000 in state funds to be used to purchase recycling equipment. Russell County was one of 36 recycling applications from across the commonwealth […]

Early voting at South KY RECC starts today

May 14, 2026 Zac Oakes

No-excuse early voting at the South Kentucky RECC Community Room begins today. Voting at South Kentucky RECC will take place from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. today and tomorrow, and will be available on Saturday […]

Russell Springs City Council meeting postponed

May 14, 2026 Zac Oakes

The Russell Springs City Council meeting originally scheduled for tonight has been postponed due to scheduling issues. City officials say the meeting will be rescheduled for later this month. A new date and time for […]

RCHS senior receives prestigious Pigman scholarship

May 14, 2026 Zac Oakes

Russell County High School senior Marlei DeVore is among this year’s class of Lighthouse Beacon Scholars. The scholarship is through the Lighthouse Beacon Foundation. The program help students across Eastern Kentucky gain access to higher […]

Over 90 percent of lodging booked locally as major fishing tournament nears

May 14, 2026 Zac Oakes

The 2026 High School Fishing World Finals and National Championship will be coming to Lake Cumberland in just a few weeks, which will bring thousands of visitors into Russell County. Tourism Director Danielle Wilson said […]

KSP investigating fatal accident in Green County

May 13, 2026 Zac Oakes

Kentucky State Police is investigating an accident in Green County Tuesday morning that claimed the life of a 76-year-old Greensburg woman. State Police say 76-year-old Janice McKinney was operating a 2009 Kia Rio eastbound on […]

Laker Baseball wins close one over Green County

May 13, 2026 Zac Oakes

The Laker Baseball team won a close game at home last night over Green County by a score of 4-3. The Lakers were led by a strong pitching performance from Tanner Stringer, who pitched 7 […]

Kevin Williams presents check for over $122K for Kevin’s Kids

May 13, 2026 Zac Oakes

Kevin Williams was in town yesterday, presenting a check for over $122,000 for Kevin’s Kids. Williams told WJRS News it was another great year for Kevin’s Kids and said the program helps many students in […]

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.