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September 4, 2026

WJRS NEWS HEADLINES

[ September 3, 2026 ] Columbia Man Faces Strangulation and Assault Charges WJRS News
[ September 3, 2026 ] Liberty Man Faces Sex Registry and Methamphetamine Charges WJRS News
[ September 3, 2026 ] Injured Worker Airlifted Following Rescue at Wolf Creek Dam WJRS News
[ September 3, 2026 ] Pulaski County Man Convicted of Murder and Kidnapping WJRS News
[ September 2, 2026 ] Free Tutoring Available Through Russell County Public Library WJRS News

Lakefest Celebration Cancelled

June 1, 2020 Sean Hammond

This year’s annual Lakefest Celebration in downtown Jamestown has been cancelled. In a statement to WJRS News on Sunday, Mayor Nick Shearer said he had received a letter from the Lake Cumberland District Health Department […]

Lake Cumberland State Park to Now Re-Open

May 29, 2020 Sean Hammond

After facing potential closure just a few days ago, Lake Cumberland State Park will re-open on Monday. Governor Andy Beshear made the announcement yesterday afternoon in Frankfort… State Representative Jeff Hoover and Senator Max Wise […]

Local Lawmakers Speak Out Against State Park Closing

May 28, 2020 Sean Hammond

Efforts are underway by Russell County’s two state lawmakers to reverse a decision by the state to close Lake Cumberland State Park, beginning next week. As WJRS News reported Wednesday morning, the State Park announced […]

New COVID-19 Case in Russell County

May 27, 2020 Sean Hammond

Russell County Judge-Executive Gary Robertson made the announcement on Tuesday that Russell County has a new case of COVID-19. The person is a worker in a neighboring county that lives in Russell and is on […]

No Active Cases of COVID-19 in RC

May 26, 2020 Sean Hammond

Russell County has no active cases of COVID-19 at this time according to County Judge Gary Robertson. The last active case was released from isolation on Sunday. Adair County reported no new cases of the […]

Two More Released From Isolation in Russell County

May 22, 2020 Sean Hammond

Two more COVID-19 patients were released from isolation on Thursday here in Russell County. There are now 2 active cases that are on home self-isolation. Russell County reported no new cases. Adair County reported one […]

COVID-19 Case Update

May 21, 2020 Sean Hammond

It was another day of no new cases of COVID-19 Wednesday according to Russell County Judge-Executive Gary Robertson Russell County remains at just 4 active case that are all on home self-isolation. Adair County reported […]

One Dead, Three Flown Out After Two Vehicle Wreck Tuesday Evening

May 20, 2020 Sean Hammond

WJRS News first reported the accident in a Breaking News report shortly after 7 o’clock last evening. The accident occurred on north Highway 127 near the Russell and Casey county line. According to reports, Hayden […]

COVID-19 Case Update

May 19, 2020 Sean Hammond

Russell County once again had no new cases of the Novel Coronavirus on Monday according to County Judge Gary Robertson. There are still 6 active cases that are all on home self-isolation. Adair County reported […]

Six Active COVID-19 Cases in Russell County

May 18, 2020 Sean Hammond

Russell County Judge-Executive Gary Robertson announced Sunday, that Russell County had no new COVID-19 cases. The county has 6 active cases with 5 on home self-isolation and 1 is hospitalized. On Friday it was announced […]

Community Conversation 9-4
Jeff Hoover talks with Russell County Opioid Liaison Jennifer Knifley about National Recovery Month, the importance of sharing stories of recovery, Purple Fridays, and the impact addiction has on individuals and families. They also discuss the upcoming Light of Hope Candlelight Ceremony and the message Jennifer wants everyone struggling with addiction to hear: there is always hope.
Community Conversation 9-3
Jeff Hoover talks with legendary Kentucky high school basketball coach Allen Feldhaus Jr. following his induction into the Kentucky High School Basketball Hall of Fame. Coach Feldhaus reflects on his 41-year coaching career, his father’s influence, the 2013 state championship, and the lasting relationships basketball has created throughout his career.
Community Conversation 9-2
Jeff Hoover talks with Glenna Helm of Burnside Tourism about Thunder Over Burnside, happening this Labor Day weekend at Burnside City Coal Park. They discuss the free event, live bands, food trucks, craft vendors, activities for children, and the fireworks finale.
Community Conversation 9-1
Jeff Hoover talks with Russell County Judge-Executive Randy Marcum about road projects and funding, the county’s 911 and EMS services, the new Air Methods helicopter base, the solar farm project, improvements at Greasy Creek Roadside Park, and the county’s financial outlook heading into the fall.
Community Conversation 8-31
Jeff Hoover sits down with Russell Springs Mayor Eddie Thomas to talk about the busy summer at Russell Springs City Park, progress on the city’s water project, the new nine-hole turf golf course, upcoming community events, improvements to Main Street, and new additions at the park.