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School Board to meet this evening
The Russell County Board of Education will hold its regular monthly meeting this evening. The meeting will be at 5 p.m. at the Russell County ANC. We’ll have more details on tomorrow’s local news.
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17 COVID cases reported in Russell County
17 new COVID cases were reported in Russell County on Wednesday. Russell County’s incidence rate remains the second-highest in the district behind Taylor County and 25th among all counties in Kentucky. The death toll from […]
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Dance Shoppe to host 39th recital this weekend
The Dance Shoppe in Russell Springs will be hosting its 39th recital this weekend. Zach Grider, Gym Manager and Program Director at the Dance Shoppe, said it has taken a lot of work and dedication […]
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Columbia man arrested by KSP, lodged in Russell County
A Columbia man was arrested by Kentucky State Police Saturday and charged with possession of methamphetamine. Jeremy R. Boutwell, age 24, was arrested and charged with possession of methamphetamine. He was arrested by Trooper Begley […]
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Garland stepping away as RCIDA Director
Russell County Industrial Development Authority Executive Director Bennie Garland is stepping away from his position as the county’s economic development leader. Garland cited family health issues as one of his reasons for resignation. He also […]
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Columbia Regional Drivers Licensing Office closed due to internet issue
The Columbia Regional Drivers Licensing Office is closed due to an internet issue. Many Russell County residents utilize the office as one of two Kentucky Transportation Cabinet Regional Drivers Licensing Offices in neighboring counties. The […]
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Therapy Dog program coming to Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital
Story via the Commonwealth Journal – Somerset, KY Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital has recently established a pet therapy program for patients and staff throughout the facility. Cassie, a 19-month-old Red Merle Australian Shepherd and Freedom, […]
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RS City Council to vote on police chief nomination today
Mayor Eddie Thomas will present a nominee for the position of Russell Springs Police Chief at tonight’s city council meeting. WJRS News spoke with Mayor Thomas and confirmed that he will present the name of […]
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Former Cat Maxey Making Believer Out of 76 Fans in Philly
By LARRY VAUGHT His playing time dropped when Philadelphia got its full roster healthy but former Kentucky guard Tyrese Maxey has not complained because that’s just not what he does. “People love him,” said Amy […]
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January is School Board Recognition Month
As Kentucky observes School Board Recognition Month in January, Russell County Schools are joining in the celebration. Sheila Whicker, Dick Kazsuk, Brenda Higginbotham, Joy Wilson, and Gerald Murray are among the more than 850 school […]