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WJRS NEWS HEADLINES
  • [ August 25, 2026 ] Monticello Man Arrested Following Investigation into Messages Sent to Minor WJRS News
  • [ August 25, 2026 ] $20 Million Available for Police Communications Upgrades WJRS News
  • [ August 25, 2026 ] Free Medication Disposal Pouches Available Through Russell County EMS WJRS News
  • [ August 25, 2026 ] Russell County Golfers Shoot Season-Best 150 in Win Over Casey County Local Sports
  • [ August 25, 2026 ] Mayor Thomas Discusses Benefits of Governor’s Local Issues Conference WJRS News
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Monticello Man Arrested Following Investigation into Messages Sent to Minor

August 25, 2026 WJRS Staff
A Monticello man has been arrested following an investigation into allegations that he sent sexually explicit messages and photos to an underage girl. Wayne County Sheriff Tim Catron says Deputy James Barnett began the investigation […]
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$20 Million Available for Police Communications Upgrades

August 25, 2026 WJRS Staff
Local police departments across Southern and Eastern Kentucky will have an opportunity to apply for federal funding to upgrade communications equipment. Congressman Hal Rogers says he secured 20 million dollars in Community Project Funding exclusively […]
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Free Medication Disposal Pouches Available Through Russell County EMS

August 25, 2026 WJRS Staff
Russell County EMS is partnering with Dr. Lynda Wilkerson of The Support Agency to provide free Deterra Drug Deactivation pouches to the community. The pouches offer a safe and convenient way to dispose of unneeded […]
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Mayor Thomas Discusses Benefits of Governor’s Local Issues Conference

August 25, 2026 WJRS Staff
WJRS NEWS spoke with Russell Springs Mayor Eddie Thomas about his attendance at last week’s Governor’s Local Issues Conference. Thomas said conferences like this are both informative and helpful, providing local officials with valuable information […]
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KSP Arrests Columbia Woman on DUI, Wanton Endangerment Charges

August 25, 2026 WJRS Staff
A Columbia woman was arrested early Tuesday morning in Adair County for alleged DUI and endangering others. According to arrest information, 54-year-old Christina Brakebill of Columbia was taken into custody by Kentucky State Police. Brakebill […]
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Liberty Man Faces Meth Trafficking Charge Following Traffic Stop

August 25, 2026 WJRS Staff
A Liberty man faces several drug charges following a traffic stop Monday evening. According to the Casey County Sheriff’s Department, 52-year-old Joel Luttrell was arrested following the traffic stop and charged with trafficking in methamphetamine. […]
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Russell Springs Man Arrested on Drug Indictment, New Drug Charges Following Traffic Stop

August 24, 2026 WJRS Staff
A Russell Springs man was arrested on several drug-related charges following a traffic stop early Monday morning. According to court records, Deputy Devin Blakey stopped a vehicle just after 12:30 a.m. at the intersection of […]
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Mark Dunbar, 63, of Russell Springs

August 24, 2026 WJRS Staff
Mark Dunbar, of Russell Springs, passed away Monday, August 17, 2026, at UK Bluegrass Hospice Care Center in Lexington.  He was 63 years of age. Born August 21, 1962, in Somerset, he was a son […]
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** FOUND SAFE ** Search Underway for Missing 11-year-old in Fairview Community

August 24, 2026 WJRS Staff
12:33 p.m. — the missing child has been located and is being brought out of an area near the end of McClendon Lane. Russell County EMS is being requested to respond and examine the child. […]
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Two Men Drown in Separate Lake Cumberland Incidents

August 23, 2026 WJRS Staff
It was a deadly weekend on Lake Cumberland, where two men drowned in separate incidents Saturday afternoon. Pulaski County Coroner Clyde Strunk told WJRS NEWS that 65-year-old Ricky Turner of London reportedly jumped from a […]
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Recent Podcasts

  • Community Conversation 8-24

    Susan Toby, chairperson of the Lake Cumberland Walk to End Alzheimer’s, joins Jeff Hoover to discuss Alzheimer’s awareness, early warning signs, the importance of early diagnosis and treatment, and how the community can support families affected by the disease. Toby also shares details about the upcoming Walk to End Alzheimer’s in Somerset on September 27th and how listeners can participate or support the cause.

  • Lakers vs Adair County

    Russell County vs Adair County from Friday, August 21st.

  • 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.

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