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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
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RCPL focusing on continuing to improve collections

June 12, 2026 Zac Oakes
Russell County Public Library is focusing on continuing to improve its collections. Russell County Library Director Cody Gabehart spoke to WJRS News about the improvements that are underway. For more information about library programs and […]
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Obituaries

Kevel Grider, age 94, of Russell Springs

June 11, 2026 Sean Hammond
Kevel Grider, age 94, of Russell Springs, KY passed away Wednesday, June 10 2026 at Summit Manor Nursing Home. She was born on Tuesday, April 26 1932, in Russell Springs, KY. She was the daughter […]
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U.S. Marshals Seek Murder Suspect Believed to Have Been in Kentucky

June 11, 2026 Sean Hammond
The U.S. Marshals Service is asking for the public’s help in locating a Tennessee murder suspect believed to have recently been in south-central Kentucky. The U.S. Marshals Service Middle Tennessee Fugitive Task Force is searching […]
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Liberty Mayor Preparing Emergency Declaration Over Water Shortage

June 11, 2026 Sean Hammond
Liberty Mayor Dr. Sam Haddad is preparing to declare a local State of Emergency as concerns continue to grow over declining water levels at Lake Liberty. According to the Casey County News, officials with the […]
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Motorcyclist Killed in Pulaski County Crash

June 11, 2026 Sean Hammond
Kentucky State Police are investigating a fatal crash involving a motorcycle and an SUV in Pulaski County. According to KSP, the collision happened around 6 p.m. Wednesday on KY 3091 near the intersection of Wilson […]
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Russell County Farm Bureau Recognizes Teacher, Scholarship Recipients

June 11, 2026 Sean Hammond
The Russell County Farm Bureau is recognizing outstanding local students and educators for their achievements and commitment to agriculture education.   Lindsay McFarland, a kindergarten teacher at Salem Elementary School, has been named the 2026 […]
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Summer Feeding Program Serves More Than 14,000 Meals on First Pickup Day

June 11, 2026 Sean Hammond
A summer feeding program is off to a strong start after serving more than 14,000 meals to local children on its first pickup day of the season. Program organizers report that 14,154 meals were distributed […]
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Obituaries

Bonnie Sue Acree, age 70, of Russell Springs

June 11, 2026 Sean Hammond
Bonnie Sue Acree, of Russell Springs, passed away on Tuesday, June 9, 2026, at her home. She was 70 years of age. Born on March 21, 1956, in Kokomo, Indiana, Bonnie was a daughter of […]
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Hinton excited about live music Friday night at Beck Park

June 11, 2026 Zac Oakes
Live music is coming to Beck Park in Jamestown tomorrow night. Jamestown Mayor Regena Hinton gave WJRS News more details. The concert at Beck Park will be free to the public.
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Russell County 12-14 year olds fare well at Cumberland County shooting sports competition

June 11, 2026 Zac Oakes
The Russell County Shooting Sports team recently competed in a competition at Cumberland County. Here is a look at how Russell County’s 12-14 year old division fared in the competition. Titus Popplewell 1st Place — […]
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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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