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  • [ August 25, 2026 ] Russell County Golfers Shoot Season-Best 150 in Win Over Casey County Local Sports
  • [ August 25, 2026 ] Mayor Thomas Discusses Benefits of Governor’s Local Issues Conference WJRS News
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Two Teens Arrested in Pulaski County Homicide

August 16, 2026 WJRS Staff
Two teenage boys have been taken into custody in connection with a homicide reported August 12th in Pulaski County. Pulaski County Sheriff Bobby Jones says deputies were called to a residence on Lower Line Creek Road, where […]
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Bonnie Welker, 85, of Jamestown

August 16, 2026 WJRS Staff
Bonnie Rae Welker, of Jamestown, passed away peacefully and without pain at her home August 8, 2026. Bonnie was born in Akron, OH on December 18, 1940, a daughter of the late Evelyn L. (Latshaw) […]
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KSP Arrests Albany Man on Strangulation and Assault Charges

August 15, 2026 WJRS Staff
Kentucky State Police have arrested an Albany man following a reported domestic violence incident in Clinton County. KSP says Senior Trooper Brandon Poole responded to a residence Thursday afternoon, where he found a woman with […]
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Russell County School Board Faces Full Agenda at Upcoming Meeting

August 15, 2026 WJRS Staff
The Russell County Board of Education will hold its regular monthly meeting Monday at 5:00 p.m. at the Auditorium/Natatorium Complex in Room 114. The board will recognize several outstanding achievements including Piper Garmon will be […]
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Columbia Woman Charged with Meth Trafficking, DUI

August 15, 2026 WJRS Staff
The Adair County Sheriff’s Office says a traffic stop during the early hours of Saturday resulted in the arrest of a Columbia woman. Forty-six-year-old Francesca Camacho was charged with careless driving, having no registration plates, […]
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Two-Year-Old Critically Injured; Somerset Man Charged

August 14, 2026 WJRS Staff
A Somerset man has been arrested after a two-year-old child was hospitalized with serious injuries. Kentucky State Police say they were contacted Thursday by Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital about the unresponsive child. The child was […]
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Lake Cumberland Tourism Director Reelected to Regional Board Post

August 14, 2026 WJRS Staff
Lake Cumberland Tourism Executive Director Danielle Wilson has been reelected to the board of Southern Kentucky Vacations, a regional tourism organization working to collaboratively market Southern Kentucky as a travel destination. Wilson will continue to serve alongside […]
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Russell Springs Officials Anticipate No Property Tax Increase

August 14, 2026 WJRS Staff
The Russell Springs City Council approved a resolution Thursday evening supporting the addition of a walking and bicycle lane as part of proposed improvements to U.S. 127 between Russell Springs and Jamestown. Officials said the […]
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Summer Fun Continues at Joseph Smith Hayes Memorial Pool

August 14, 2026 WJRS Staff
The Joseph Smith Hayes Memorial Pool at Russell Springs City Park has enjoyed a busy summer, according to pool manager Scott Jones. Jones told WJRS NEWS that several additions have received positive feedback from parents […]
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Kentucky League of Cities Highlights Russell Springs’ Bankers Field of Dreams

August 13, 2026 WJRS Staff
The Kentucky League of Cities is highlighting Russell Springs and its new Bankers Field of Dreams at Russell Springs City Park. The field was inspired by Mayor Eddie Thomas, who wanted children with disabilities to […]
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Recent Podcasts

  • 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.

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