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August 25, 2026

WJRS NEWS HEADLINES

[ August 25, 2026 ] Monticello Man Arrested Following Investigation into Messages Sent to Minor WJRS News
[ August 25, 2026 ] $20 Million Available for Police Communications Upgrades WJRS News
[ August 25, 2026 ] Free Medication Disposal Pouches Available Through Russell County EMS WJRS News
[ 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

Jerald Nue Popplewell, 76, of Russell Springs

August 11, 2026 WJRS Staff

Jerald Nue Popplewell, of Russell Springs, Kentucky passed away on Saturday, August 8, 2026, at the University of Kentucky Medical Center, in Lexington, Kentucky. He was 76 years of age. Jerald was a member of […]

One-Vehicle Crash Sends Columbia Woman to Hospital

August 11, 2026 WJRS Staff

A one-vehicle crash Tuesday morning on Bernard Ridge Road sent a young Adair County woman to the hospital. Russell County Sheriff Derek Polston told WJRS NEWS the crash happened just after 10 a.m. on Kentucky […]

Former Trooper Island Director Indicted on Theft Charge

August 11, 2026 WJRS Staff

A former Kentucky State Police trooper who served as director of Trooper Island Camp has been indicted following an investigation into the alleged misappropriation of camp funds. Jonathan Biven was indicted by a Clinton County […]

EMS Board Approves Tax Rate Before Lengthy Executive Session

August 11, 2026 WJRS Staff

The Russell County EMS Board has approved a recommended tax rate for the coming year following its regular monthly meeting Tuesday morning. EMS Director Charles Shepherd recommended the board adopt what is known as the […]

Early-Morning Traffic Stop Leads to Drug Trafficking Charge

August 11, 2026 WJRS Staff

A Russell Springs man was arrested on drug trafficking charges following an early-morning traffic stop Tuesday. According to the Russell County Sheriff’s Office, 60-year-old Arnet Irvin was arrested around 3 a.m. by Deputy Stone Bolin. […]

Staffing Among First Challenges for New Jamestown Police Chief

August 11, 2026 WJRS Staff

One of the first challenges facing newly appointed Jamestown Police Chief Nathan Antle is staffing the city’s police department. Antle was appointed to the position by Jamestown Mayor Regena Hinton last Wednesday and was officially […]

Russell County Tax Rates to Remain Unchanged

August 10, 2026 WJRS Staff

Russell County property tax rates will remain unchanged for the upcoming year, along with rates for two local taxing districts. During Monday morning’s meeting of the Russell County Fiscal Court, county officials kept the real […]

ANTLE SWORN-IN AS JAMESTOWN POLICE CHIEF

August 10, 2026 WJRS Staff

Nathan Antle is officially the new Chief of Police for the City of Jamestown. On Monday afternoon, Mayor Regena Hinton administered the oath of office to Antle during a ceremony attended by family, friends, and […]

Jailer Dunbar Reports 93 Inmates, More Than $88,000 in Housing Payments Received

August 10, 2026 WJRS Staff

Russell County Jailer Bobby Dunbar updated fiscal court members Monday on the latest inmate numbers and revenue at the Russell County Detention Center. Dunbar said the jail had an average daily population of 85 inmates […]

Russell County Sheriff’s Office Logs 706 Calls, 51 Arrests During July

August 10, 2026 WJRS Staff

The Russell County Sheriff’s Office responded to more than 700 calls for service during the month of July. Sheriff Derek Polston presented the department’s monthly activity report to the Russell County Fiscal Court Monday morning. […]

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.