September 5, 2026
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WJRS NEWS HEADLINES
  • [ September 4, 2026 ] Lake Liberty Loses Ground Amid Heat and Limited Rainfall WJRS News
  • [ September 4, 2026 ] Indian Cave Hill to Close Temporarily Wednesday WJRS News
  • [ September 4, 2026 ] LaRue County Man Arrested on Russell Circuit Court Indictment WJRS News
  • [ September 3, 2026 ] Columbia Man Faces Strangulation and Assault Charges WJRS News
  • [ September 3, 2026 ] Liberty Man Faces Sex Registry and Methamphetamine Charges WJRS News
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Lake Area Foundation Accepting Live Auction Donations Through August 21

August 5, 2026 WJRS Staff
The Lake Area Foundation is asking for the community’s support as it continues its mission of strengthening the Lake Cumberland region through scholarships, grants and charitable endowments. The foundation’s annual fundraising campaign is now underway, […]
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Antle Appointed Jamestown Police Chief; Kerns Transitions to School Resource Officer

August 5, 2026 WJRS Staff
The City of Jamestown has a new Police Chief. During a special called meeting Wednesday evening, Mayor Regena Hinton recommended Nathan Antle to succeed Chief Jeff Kerns, who is stepping down from the position after […]
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Feeding America Distribution Planned Thursday at Russell County Fairgrounds

August 5, 2026 WJRS Staff
Russell County residents will have an opportunity to receive free food assistance Thursday morning through a commodity distribution at the Russell County Fairgrounds. Russell County Judge/Executive Randy Marcum and the Russell County Fiscal Court, in […]
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Obituaries

Stephen Davis, 78, of Russell Springs

August 5, 2026 WJRS Staff
Stephen L. Davis, age 78, of Russell Springs, passed away Tuesday, August 4, 2026, at his residence. He was born on Wednesday, June 16, 1948, in Jamestown, KY He was the son of: Mother – […]
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Liberty Officials Urge Residents to Continue Water Conservation as Emergency Effort Continues

August 4, 2026 WJRS Staff
The City of Liberty is continuing to urge residents to conserve water as emergency efforts to restore Lake Liberty remain underway. The pipeline pumping water from the Green River into Lake Liberty continues to operate […]
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Two Area School Districts Delay Start of School Year Due to Construction

August 4, 2026 WJRS Staff
Students in both Adair and Wayne counties will begin the new school year later than originally planned as construction projects continue at each district. Adair County Schools announced Tuesday that the first day of classes […]
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Russell County Airport Board Reviews Website Proposal, Hears Aviation Business Requests

August 4, 2026 WJRS Staff
The Russell County Airport Board discussed several potential projects during its regular monthly meeting Tuesday evening, but took no formal action. Board members heard a presentation from Bobby Hug, who recently developed a website for […]
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Representative Josh Branscum Highlights Transportation Funding

August 4, 2026 WJRS Staff
State Representative Josh Branscum is highlighting what he says is a historic investment in Kentucky’s transportation system approved during this year’s legislative session. Branscum says House Bill 502 provides a $4.2 billion six-year road plan […]
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Kentucky Celebrates Farmers Market Week

August 4, 2026 WJRS Staff
Kentucky Agriculture Commissioner Jonathan Shell is encouraging residents to support local farmers as the Commonwealth celebrates Farmers Market Week. Commissioner Shell noted that Kentucky is home to more than 170 farmers markets, providing communities across […]
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Woman Arrested Following Early Morning Traffic Stop

August 4, 2026 WJRS Staff
A traffic stop during the early morning hours Tuesday by a Russell County Sheriff’s Deputy resulted in the arrest of a London woman on multiple charges. According to the Russell County Sheriff’s Office, Deputy Devin […]
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Recent Podcasts

  • Community Conversation 9-4

    Jeff Hoover talks with Russell County Opioid Liaison Jennifer Knifley about National Recovery Month, the importance of sharing stories of recovery, Purple Fridays, and the impact addiction has on individuals and families. They also discuss the upcoming Light of Hope Candlelight Ceremony and the message Jennifer wants everyone struggling with addiction to hear: there is always hope.

  • Community Conversation 9-3

    Jeff Hoover talks with legendary Kentucky high school basketball coach Allen Feldhaus Jr. following his induction into the Kentucky High School Basketball Hall of Fame. Coach Feldhaus reflects on his 41-year coaching career, his father’s influence, the 2013 state championship, and the lasting relationships basketball has created throughout his career.

  • Community Conversation 9-2

    Jeff Hoover talks with Glenna Helm of Burnside Tourism about Thunder Over Burnside, happening this Labor Day weekend at Burnside City Coal Park. They discuss the free event, live bands, food trucks, craft vendors, activities for children, and the fireworks finale.

  • Community Conversation 9-1

    Jeff Hoover talks with Russell County Judge-Executive Randy Marcum about road projects and funding, the county’s 911 and EMS services, the new Air Methods helicopter base, the solar farm project, improvements at Greasy Creek Roadside Park, and the county’s financial outlook heading into the fall.

  • Community Conversation 8-31

    Jeff Hoover sits down with Russell Springs Mayor Eddie Thomas to talk about the busy summer at Russell Springs City Park, progress on the city’s water project, the new nine-hole turf golf course, upcoming community events, improvements to Main Street, and new additions at the park.

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