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August 22, 2026

WJRS NEWS HEADLINES

[ August 21, 2026 ] Russell County Public Library Announces Grand Opening of The Green WJRS News
[ August 21, 2026 ] Portion of KY 76 to Close Tuesday in Salem Community WJRS News
[ August 21, 2026 ] Turn Lanes, Widening Planned for Clinton County Intersection WJRS News
[ August 20, 2026 ] Lakers Shut Out Warren East, 3-0 Local Sports
[ August 20, 2026 ] Albany Man Faces Strangulation, Felony Assault Charges WJRS News

Woman Arrested in Adair on Drug Charges

June 17, 2019 seanhammond

A Russell County woman was arrested in Adair County Friday on drug and other charges by the Columbia Police Department. On Friday morning, Columbia Police Department officers responded to Five Star on Hudson Street to […]

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 […]

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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 […]

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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 8-19
Jeff Hoover talks with Russell County High School FFA state champion public speakers Piper Garmon and recent graduate Kendall Melton. The two share their experiences competing at the state level, their winning speeches, and how FFA has helped them build confidence, discover opportunities, and prepare for their futures in agriculture and education.
Community Conversation 8-18
Jeff Hoover talks with Kentucky Lieutenant Governor and Democratic candidate for governor Jacqueline Coleman about her campaign, education, school funding, Kentucky’s budget, working with the legislature, and her vision for the future of the Commonwealth. Coleman also discusses her background as an educator, coach, and mother and what sets her apart in the Democratic primary.
Community Conversation 8-17
Jeff Hoover talks with Russell County Schools Director of Security Jackie Grider about school safety, the role of school resource officers, summer training, and the importance of building trust with students, parents, and the community. Grider also shares his personal commitment to helping students make positive choices and succeed.
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.