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WJRS NEWS HEADLINES

[ May 31, 2023 ] School board approves raises for instructional assistants, facing $860K loss of SEEK funds WJRS News
[ May 31, 2023 ] McFall advances to Round of 16 in state tennis tournament Local Sports
[ May 31, 2023 ] Warning signage apparently stolen in area where teen drowned WJRS News
[ May 31, 2023 ] Eli Volunteer Fire Department receives grant for new equipment WJRS News
[ May 31, 2023 ] Still time to sign youth up for upcoming Calipari Camp at RCHS WJRS News

School Board to meet this evening

June 20, 2022 Zac Oakes

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.

17 COVID cases reported in Russell County

February 9, 2022 Zac Oakes

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 […]

Dance Shoppe to host 39th recital this weekend

August 19, 2021 Zac Oakes

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 […]

Columbia man arrested by KSP, lodged in Russell County

August 8, 2021 Zac Oakes

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 […]

Garland stepping away as RCIDA Director

July 29, 2021 Zac Oakes

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 […]

Columbia Regional Drivers Licensing Office closed due to internet issue

July 22, 2021 Zac Oakes

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 […]

Therapy Dog program coming to Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital

July 14, 2021 Zac Oakes

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, […]

RS City Council to vote on police chief nomination today

March 11, 2021 Zac Oakes

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 […]

Former Cat Maxey Making Believer Out of 76 Fans in Philly

February 15, 2021 WJRS Staff

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 […]

January is School Board Recognition Month

January 20, 2021 Zac Oakes

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 […]

Lakers vs Bowling Green 4th Region Tournament
Russell County vs Bowling Green from the 4th Region Tournament
Fish Fry for ARC Pregnancy Center this Friday
Geraldine Johnson and Brother Rick Neff talk about the ARC Pregnancy Center, and the Fish Fry Fundraiser on Friday, June 2nd.
Lakers vs Warren East 4th Region Tournament
Russell County vs Warren East in First Round of the 4th Region Tournament from Monday, May 22nd
Lakers vs Clinton County
Russell County Laker Baseball vs Clinton County in 16th District Championship game.
Honor Guard Holding Fundraiser on Friday, May 19th
Bill Carroll with the Russell County Honor Guard stops by to talk about the road block the honor guard will have at the 127/80 intersection taking up donations for the local group.