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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

Temperatures Increase After Today

July 25, 2019 Sean Hammond

Good Thursday, everyone. Not much to talk about weather wise over the next few days, as we continue to have beautiful and comfortable weather. Temperatures will start to rise as we progress into the next […]

Trading Post Items- Wednesday

July 24, 2019 Sean Hammond

For Sale: 1996 Monte Carlo 270-585-1188 For Sale: Treadmill 270-585-8585 For Sale: Beds and other miscellaneous items 270-566-3023 Looking For: Computer parts 270-507-8750 Looking For: Small camper 270-562-4256

Beautiful Weather Continues

July 24, 2019 Sean Hammond

Good Wednesday, everyone. We have another gorgeous day in store with sunshine and temperatures approaching 80. Let’s check out the current temperatures as of 11:00 am this morning… Russell Springs is coming in at 71, […]

Trading Post Items- Tuesday

July 23, 2019 Sean Hammond

For Rent: Two bedroom home, be ready in August 270-585-5763 For Sale: 1972 Nova 270-585-0162 For Sale: 9mm gun 270-585-7522 For Sale: Metal fencing 270-634-2258 For Sale: Jewelry 606-706-7012 Looking For: Odd jobs 270-566-2828 Looking […]

Beautiful Weather Continues

July 23, 2019 Sean Hammond

Good Tuesday, everyone. Walking out the door today I am sure you noticed a big difference with the reduced heat and humidity. It feels great outside and this beautiful and comfortable weather will be sticking […]

Cooler Temperatures Next Few Days

July 22, 2019 Sean Hammond

Good Monday, everyone. We have had rain in the area much of the morning and early afternoon hours, but we now have a little bit of sunshine breaking through. That will be short lived as […]

Trading Post Items- Monday

July 22, 2019 Sean Hammond

For Sale: Dining room table 270-585-6043 For Sale: Table with chairs 270-866-1989 For Sale: Two twin beds 270-866-7349 For Sale: Stove and refrigerator 270-585-3859 For Sale: 2005 Honda Shadow 270-585-0162 Looking For: Sitting with the […]

Trading Post Items- Friday

July 21, 2019 Sean Hammond

For Sale: Zero turn lawnmower 270-507-9001 Looking For: Boat seats 606-871-1962 For Sale: 1995 Ford 270-585-1124 Looking For: Kitten 270-566-4133 For Sale: Maple dining room table 270-585-6843 For Rent: Two bedroom two bath home 270-585-5590 […]

Excessive Heat Warning Continues

July 19, 2019 Sean Hammond

We are finally wrapping up the work week and the heat has been in full force this afternoon. Temperatures have been into the 90’s with the feels like temperatures in the triple digits. This will […]

Trading Post- Thursday

July 18, 2019 Sean Hammond

For Sale: Two lamps 270-566-1964 For Sale: Electric stove 270-866-2557 For Rent: Two bed two bath home 270-585-5590 Looking For: Sitting with the elderly 270-585-5289 For Sale: 1999 Ford Ranger 270-585-1717 Looking For: Odd jobs […]

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.