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August 17, 2026

WJRS NEWS HEADLINES

[ August 16, 2026 ] Albany Teen Crowned National Winner at America’s International Miss Pageant WJRS News
[ August 16, 2026 ] Bobby Popplewell, 95, of Russell Springs Obituaries
[ August 16, 2026 ] Kentucky Wildlife Biologist Explains Recent Black Bear Activity in Lake Cumberland Area WJRS News
[ August 16, 2026 ] Firefighters Evacuate Wayne County Care Home Following Gas Leak WJRS News
[ August 16, 2026 ] Two Teens Arrested in Pulaski County Homicide WJRS News

Strong to Severe Storms Possible Today

August 13, 2019 Sean Hammond

Our Tuesday is starting off with some clouds and temperatures in the upper 70’s to low 80’s in some areas. We are watching for the potential for severe thunderstorms today, but the heat is also […]

Trading Post Items- Monday

August 12, 2019 Sean Hammond

For Sale: Crown Victoria 270-585-6135 Looking For: Burn barrels 502-795-4530 Giveaway: Couch and love seat 270-566-0236 Giveaway: Dryer 606-219-3427 For Sale: 1972 Nova 270-585-0162 For Sale: Tiller 270-585-6588

Strong to Severe Storms Possible Tuesday

August 12, 2019 Sean Hammond

Audio forecast below… Good Monday, everyone. We are starting off the work week with partly to mostly cloudy skies and temperatures warming up into the mid 70’s. Clouds should break through later on leaving us […]

Trading Post Items- Friday

August 9, 2019 Sean Hammond

Looking For: House dog 2270-343-7518 For Sale: 2008 Suzuki 270-585-6043 For Sale: Different pieces of furniture 270-566-3023 For Sale: Piano 270-507-8935 For Sale: 6×12 trailer 270-634-3223

Shower and Thunderstorm Chances this Evening

August 9, 2019 Sean Hammond

Good Friday, everyone. We are wrapping up the work week on a warm and sunny note with temperatures in the mid 80’s. Here’s a current look at the visible satellite… A few cumulus clouds are […]

Trading Post Items- Thursday

August 8, 2019 Sean Hammond

For Sale: Dodge Caliber 270-566-0652 For Sale: Coffee table 606-706-7012 For Sale: Various furniture 270-566-3023 For Sale: Kitchen sink 270-507-9932 For Sale: 2008 Suzuki 270-585-6043

Trading Post Items- Wednesday

August 7, 2019 Sean Hammond

For Sale: 2007 Dodge Caliber 270-566-0652 Looking For: Window AC 270-585-8981 For Sale: 9mm gun 270-585-7522 For Sale: Seven foot Christmas tree 270-566-1964 Looking For: Kitten 270-566-4133 Looking For: Porch swing 270-507-8246 Giveaway: Kitchen table […]

Trading Post Items- Tuesday

August 6, 2019 Sean Hammond

For Sale: 9mm gun 270-585-7522 For Sale: 6×12 trailer 270-634-3223 Looking For: Mower deck 270-585-1615 For Rent: Two bedroom apartment 270-566-1990 Looking For: Appliances 270-585-6341 Looking For: Sitting with the elderly 270-585-5289 For Sale: Two […]

Shower and Thunderstorm Chances Increase Tonight

August 6, 2019 Sean Hammond

Good Tuesday, everyone. Temperatures are well into the 80’s with some cloud cover impacting the region. We should squeeze out another dry day before those rain chances increase tonight and into the day on Wednesday. […]

Trading Post Items- Monday

August 5, 2019 Sean Hammond

For Sale: Four-wheeler, deep freeze and other items 270-566-7060 For Sale: 9mm gun 270-585-7522 For Sale: Appliances and looking for odd jobs 270-585-6391 Giveaway: FM stereo 270-585-8325

Community Conversation 8-12
Superintendent Michael Ford joins Jeff Hoover to discuss the start of the new school year, the latest progress on the new middle school, the completed Laker Band practice area, school facility priorities, teacher recruitment, and the need for substitute teachers across the district.
Community Conversation 8-10
Jeff Hoover talks with Kristina Burton of the Russell County Public Library about the upcoming grand opening of The Green, including the new Bank of Jamestown Pavilion, community events, and opportunities for families. They also discuss the library’s returning homework help program, teen advisory board, book clubs, and other ways the library is serving the Russell County community.
Community Conversation 8-6
Russell Springs City Park Director Daniel Buster joins Jeff Hoover to discuss the latest improvements at the park, including construction on the new golf course and turf ballfield projects. He also shares details about the city's free Back to School Bash, featuring inflatables, games, free food, swimming, and family fun before students head back to class.
Community Conversation 8-5
Jeff Hoover is joined by Democratic gubernatorial candidate Rocky Adkins to discuss his campaign for Kentucky governor. Adkins reflects on his decades of public service, outlines his vision for the state's future, and shares his priorities for economic development, education, healthcare, and working across party lines. He also talks about how his and his wife's experiences as cancer survivors have shaped his perspective on leadership and public service.
Community Conversation 8-4
Russell County Judge-Executive Randy Marcum provides an update on county government, including the new fiscal year budget, the upcoming property tax rate process, and more than $1 million in planned road improvement projects. He also discusses the community commodities program, construction progress on the new Russell County Hospital and Extension Office, the opening of Air Methods at the Russell County Airport, and other developments aimed at improving services and supporting future growth across the county.