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WJRS NEWS HEADLINES
  • [ September 5, 2026 ] RCSO Search Warrant Leads to Fentanyl and Meth Trafficking Charges WJRS News
  • [ September 5, 2026 ] Lois Marie Holt Meece, 88, of Glens Fork Obituaries
  • [ 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
Obituaries

Dale Malone, 74, of Russell Springs

June 16, 2026 Sean Hammond
Dale Malone, 74, of Russell Springs, passed away Saturday, June 13th, at Jean Waddle Care Center, Somerset, KY. Dale was born in Jamestown, KY on December 20, 1951, a son of the late Lona Gertrude […]
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School board approves request for marching band practice area as project nears completion

June 16, 2026 Zac Oakes
The Russell County Board of Education met yesterday evening, approving a pair of requests for the marching band practice area. Russell County Schools Superintendent Michael Ford spoke to WJRS News about those requests as the […]
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Columbia City Council tables data center issue

June 16, 2026 Zac Oakes
The Columbia City Council met in special session yesterday, tabling a recommendation from the city’s planning and zoning commission to implement a moratorium on any construction of a data center within the city limits. The […]
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Russell County FFA has strong showing at state competition

June 16, 2026 Zac Oakes
Submitted by Russell County High School FFA Russell County FFA was well represented at this year’s Kentucky State FFA Convention. The Ag Sales team competed in team sales practicum, individual sales, and took a written […]
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SEED Academy Unveiling Luncheon is today

June 16, 2026 Zac Oakes
The Russell County Chamber of Commerce will hold its monthly luncheon today at the new SEED Academy located on French Valley Road. The luncheon will serve as an unveiling for the new facility, which will […]
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Inmate who escaped from Madison County Detention Center located in Somerset

June 15, 2026 Zac Oakes
An inmate who escaped last week from the Madison County Detention Center was located at around noon Monday in Somerset. According to Kentucky State Police, 23-year-old Calain Myers was located in Somerset and placed under […]
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Spirit of 76 Celebration will feature free concerts by stars, fireworks, golf tournaments, historical and patriotic presentations, a 7.6-mile race, and more on July 3 and 4 near Albany, Kentucky

June 15, 2026 Zac Oakes
Submitted by Al Cross, Clinton County Community Foundation SEVENTY SIX, Ky. – The 250-year history of the United States of America has been written not only in places like Philadelphia, New York and Washington, but […]
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Russell Springs woman arrested on drug possession charge this morning

June 15, 2026 Zac Oakes
A Russell Springs woman was arrested on a drug possession charge this morning in Jamestown. 43-year-old Terri B. Garner of Russell Springs was arrested and charged with possession of methamphetamine – third or more offense […]
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Jamestown Police investigating stolen truck found near Jamestown Elementary School this morning

June 15, 2026 Zac Oakes
The Jamestown Police is investigating after a truck that was reported stolen was found near Jamestown Elementary School this morning. Jamestown Police Chief Jeff Kerns said the police department responded after a call came in […]
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School board to meet this evening

June 15, 2026 Zac Oakes
The Russell County Board of Education will meet this evening. The board will meet at 5:00 in the room above the pool at the Russell County ANC. The board is expected to hear a proposal […]
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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.

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    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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