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[ August 10, 2026 ] Russell County Tax Rates to Remain Unchanged WJRS News
[ August 10, 2026 ] Laker Boys’ Soccer Wins Big In Their 2026 Season Opener Local Sports
[ August 10, 2026 ] ANTLE SWORN-IN AS JAMESTOWN POLICE CHIEF WJRS News
[ August 10, 2026 ] Jailer Dunbar Reports 93 Inmates, More Than $88,000 in Housing Payments Received WJRS News
[ August 10, 2026 ] Russell County Sheriff’s Office Logs 706 Calls, 51 Arrests During July WJRS News

Road Closure Starts Today

June 17, 2019 seanhammond

The Kentucky Department of Highways will temporarily close a portion of East Mount Eden Road at the intersection of KY 910 beginning today. The closure is part of the KY 910/Cumberland Parkway interchange project. During […]

RC Board of Education Meets this Evening

June 17, 2019 seanhammond

The Russell County Board of Education will hold their regular monthly meeting this evening. The meeting will take place at the Auditorium/Natatorium Complex in room 114. The full agenda is below… 1. Call to Order […]

Chamber of Commerce Meets Tuesday

June 17, 2019 seanhammond

The Russell County Chamber of Commerce will hold their monthly meeting for June on Tuesday, at the South Kentucky RECC Meeting room at noon. RECC is located at 2405 North Main Street in Jamestown. This […]

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.
Community Conversation 8-3
Jeff Hoover is joined by marriage and family therapist Joy Jones to discuss an upcoming community seminar focused on human trafficking awareness. Jones shares her experience working with survivors, explains common warning signs of exploitation, and talks about how parents, educators, churches, and community members can help protect vulnerable individuals through education and awareness.