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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

Trading Post Items- Friday

August 2, 2019 Sean Hammond

For Sale: 2007 Dodge 270-566-0652 Looking For: Small dog house 270-805-7039 Looking For: Someone to take old shed down 270-566-2756 For Sale: Three dog panels 270-566-1230 For Sale: Jet ski 270-585-2190 For Sale: Stereo system […]

Afternoon Shower and Thunderstorm Chances Continue

August 1, 2019 Sean Hammond

Good Thursday, everyone. The 127 yard sale is cranked up and going, and we’ve had pretty good weather so far. Sunshine has been around today with temperatures getting into the mid 80’s. Showers and thunderstorms […]

Trading Post Items- Thursday

August 1, 2019 Sean Hammond

Looking For: Small house dog for giveaway 270-805-7039 For Sale: 16×26 metal building 270-866-5239 For Sale: Twin bed 270-507-9951 For Sale: 1995 Dodge Dakota 270-566-8059 For Sale: Three dog kennel panels 270-566-1230 For Sale: 1999 […]

Trading Post Items- Wednesday

July 31, 2019 Sean Hammond

For Sale: Beds, tables, chairs 270-566-3023 Giveaway: Kitchen table with four chairs 270-866-6012 For Sale: Electric stove 270-866-2557 For Sale: 36ft trailer 270-585-2132 For Sale: 2009 Buick 270-566-4978 For Sale: Storage building 270-585-2132

Trading Post Items- Tuesday

July 31, 2019 Sean Hammond

For Sale: Stove 270-866-2557 For Sale: Cub Cadet mower 270-585-6888 Looking For: Shampooer 270-507-8246 For Sale: Sweet corn 270-343-3518 For Sale: Three dog kennels 270-566-1230 For Sale: 1999 Ford 270-585-7272 For Sale: Guitar amp 270-585-6588

Trading Post Items- Monday

July 29, 2019 Sean Hammond

For Sale: 9mm gun 270-507-7522 Looking For: Home for rent in Jamestown or Russell Springs by August 1st 270-585-5763 Looking For: Refrigerator 270-566-4133 For Sale: Three dog panels 270-566-1230 For Sale: Kitchen table with four […]

Shower and Thunderstorm Chances Increase Tonight

July 29, 2019 Sean Hammond

We are kicking off the start of the work week and warm and sunny note, temperatures today will get into the mid and upper 80’s. Sunshine will stick around today, but changes are in store […]

Showers and Thunderstorms Return Late Monday

July 28, 2019 Sean Hammond

Good Sunday, everyone. I hope all of you have enjoyed your weekend as we prepare to kick off another work week. Today has been a beautiful and warm day with sunshine and temperatures in the […]

Trading Post Items- Friday

July 26, 2019 Sean Hammond

For Sale: Cub Cadet lawnmower 270-585-6021 For Sale: Potatoes 270-634-0020 Looking For: Someone to do some weed eating 270-585-6395 Looking For: Home for rent in Russell Springs or Jamestown 270-585-5763 For Sale: Dressers, table, etc […]

Trading Post Items- Thursday

July 25, 2019 Sean Hammond

For Sale: Electric stove 270-866-2557 For Sale: 1972 Nova 270-585-0162 For Sale: Dodge Durango 270-343-6957 For Sale: End tables 270-250-5682 For Sale: Animal cage 270-566-1230

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.