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September 22, 2026

WJRS NEWS HEADLINES

[ September 22, 2026 ] New Chapter Begins for Historic Greasy Creek Roadside Park WJRS News
[ September 21, 2026 ] Russell County School Board Chairman Elected KSBA Regional Director WJRS News
[ September 21, 2026 ] Russell County School District Maintains Strong Financial Position; Board Approves 2026-27 Working Budget WJRS News
[ September 21, 2026 ] Monument Square Traffic Restricted Wednesday for Filming WJRS News
[ September 20, 2026 ] Man Accused of Setting Mother’s Russell Springs Home on Fire WJRS News

Community Conversation 9-21
Jeff Hoover talks with Ethan Selby of the Lake Cumberland Regional College and Workforce Center about SkillsUSA and the hands-on career programs available to students. They also discuss the upcoming SkillsUSA car show, how students help organize and run the event, and how the proceeds help support SkillsUSA activities throughout the year.
Lakers vs Taylor County
Russell County vs Taylor County from Friday, September 18th.
Community Conversation 9-18
Jeff Hoover talks with Daniel Buster from the City of Russell Springs and Wayne Lynch from the Ol' Boys Toys Car Club about the monthly car shows on Main Street in Russell Springs. They discuss this Saturday’s trophy show, food trucks, live music, the Russell County Elementary School band fundraiser, and how the car club gives back to the community.
Community Conversation 9-17
Jeff Hoover talks with Russell County Public Library Director Cody Gabehart about the grand opening of The Green, including the new pavilion, sensory play space, walking trail and amphitheater. They also discuss upcoming events, the library’s Halloween costume shop, the new library website, and the digitization of local genealogy and oral history records.
Community Conversation 9-16
Jeff Hoover talks with Russell County Jaycee Leonard Coppage about the ninth annual Convoy for Kids, coming up October 17th at the Russell County Fairgrounds. They discuss the new truck show, classic cars and tractors, the convoy route, and how the event raises money for Toys for Tots.