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WJRS NEWS HEADLINES
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Tourism Director Says Holiday Weekend Was ‘Incredible’ for Lake Cumberland

July 6, 2026 WJRS Staff
An outstanding Independence Day weekend is being credited with bringing thousands of visitors to Russell County and communities across the Lake Cumberland region. Russell County Tourism Executive Director Danielle Wilson says the holiday weekend exceeded […]
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Former Jamestown Mayors Honored During Lakefest

July 6, 2026 WJRS Staff
Jamestown’s annual Lakefest celebration once again brought thousands of visitors to downtown over the Independence Day weekend, but this year’s event also included special recognition for community leaders who have helped shape the city through […]
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Flood Debris Pickup Begins Monday Across Clinton County

July 5, 2026 WJRS Staff
Clinton County residents affected by recent flooding are being advised that flood debris pickup begins Monday, July 6. County officials say every road in the county will be traveled, and flood-related debris placed along the […]
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Numerous Holiday Weekend Arrests Reported

July 5, 2026 WJRS Staff
Several individuals were arrested over the Independence Day holiday weekend on a variety of charges in Russell and surroundinSg counties. In Russell County, 45-year-old Tessa Sturgill of Russell Springs was arrested Saturday evening by Kentucky […]
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Campbellsville Teen Killed in Early Morning Marion County Shooting

July 5, 2026 WJRS Staff
** UPDATE Monday, July 6 @ 2:00 p.m. ** The Marion County Sheriff announced this afternoon on social media that an arrest has been made in connection with the shooting death of Jaron Johnson. Neither […]
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Lakefest Car Show Photos

July 4, 2026 WJRS Staff
Click on the link to view photos from the Lakefest Car Show. Photos credit: City of Jamestown city of jamestown kentucky – Search Results | Facebook
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Lakefest Mike Hill 10K 5K Race Results

July 4, 2026 WJRS Staff
Lakefest Mike Hill 10K / 5K Race Results Male 5k Overall- Justin Stearns 15:39 (New Course Record since 2017) Female 5k Overall-Elizabeth Dudley-23:46 Male 10k Overall-Jeff Ness-37:58 Female Overall-Amanda Robertson-51:02 For dozens of event photos, […]
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Lakefest 2026 Pageant Winners

July 4, 2026 WJRS Staff
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Lakefest has full slate of events today

July 4, 2026 Zac Oakes
Lakefest will be in full swing today on the Jamestown Square. Activities get underway at 7:00 this morning with opening ceremonies and breakfast in the park. The Mike Hill 5K and 10K run gets underway […]
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David G. Morgan, 71, of Russell Springs

July 3, 2026 WJRS Staff
David G. Morgan, of Russell Springs, passed away Thursday, July 2, 2026, at Russell County Hospital.  He was 71 years of age. Born June 29, 1955, in Somerset, he was a son of the late […]
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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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