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WJRS NEWS HEADLINES
  • [ August 6, 2026 ] Dunnville Woman Arrested on Multiple Charges in Russell Springs WJRS News
  • [ August 6, 2026 ] Russell County Indictment Leads to Arrest on Rape, Incest Charges WJRS News
  • [ August 6, 2026 ] Jamestown Applies for $1.5 Million Grant to Replace Water Intake Barge WJRS News
  • [ August 6, 2026 ] Large Crowd Celebrates Opening of Air Methods Base WJRS News
  • [ August 6, 2026 ] Firefighters Called to Early Morning Blaze at Stephens Pipe & Steel WJRS News
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Dunnville Woman Arrested on Multiple Charges in Russell Springs

August 6, 2026 WJRS Staff

A Dunnville woman was arrested Thursday afternoon on multiple charges in Russell Springs. Russell Springs Police Officer Blake Adamson arrested 34-year-old Latosha Pence around 3:30 p.m. Pence was charged with disorderly conduct, resisting arrest, and […]

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Russell County Indictment Leads to Arrest on Rape, Incest Charges

August 6, 2026 WJRS Staff

A Russell Springs man was arrested early Thursday after being indicted on several serious charges. According to court records, 41-year-old Colt Sagracy was taken into custody on a Russell Circuit Court indictment charging him with […]

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Jamestown Applies for $1.5 Million Grant to Replace Water Intake Barge

August 6, 2026 WJRS Staff

The City of Jamestown is seeking a one-and-a-half-million-dollar grant to help replace a critical piece of the city’s water infrastructure. The city is applying for a Community Development Block Grant to help replace its primary […]

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Large Crowd Celebrates Opening of Air Methods Base

August 6, 2026 WJRS Staff

A large crowd was on hand Thursday for the official ribbon-cutting and open house for Air Methods Kentucky’s new base at the Russell County Airport. The event marked the official opening of the Air Methods […]

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Firefighters Called to Early Morning Blaze at Stephens Pipe & Steel

August 6, 2026 WJRS Staff

The Jamestown and Russell Springs Fire Departments responded early this morning to a fire at Stephens Pipe & Steel on North Main Street. Jamestown firefighters were dispatched just before 3:00 a.m. and requested assistance from Russell Springs […]

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Obituaries

Steven Ray Pierce, age 75, of Russell Springs

August 6, 2026 Sean Hammond

Steven Ray Pierce, of Russell Springs, passed away on Wednesday, August 5, 2026, at Russell County Hospital. He was 75 years of age. Born on October 29, 1950, in Columbia, he was a son of […]

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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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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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Recent Podcasts

  • Community Conversation 8-6

    Russell Springs City Park Director Daniel Buster joins Jeff Hoover to discuss the latest improvements at the park, including construction on the new golf course and turf ballfield projects. He also shares details about the city's free Back to School Bash, featuring inflatables, games, free food, swimming, and family fun before students head back to class.

  • Community Conversation 8-5

    Jeff Hoover is joined by Democratic gubernatorial candidate Rocky Adkins to discuss his campaign for Kentucky governor. Adkins reflects on his decades of public service, outlines his vision for the state's future, and shares his priorities for economic development, education, healthcare, and working across party lines. He also talks about how his and his wife's experiences as cancer survivors have shaped his perspective on leadership and public service.

  • Community Conversation 8-4

    Russell County Judge-Executive Randy Marcum provides an update on county government, including the new fiscal year budget, the upcoming property tax rate process, and more than $1 million in planned road improvement projects. He also discusses the community commodities program, construction progress on the new Russell County Hospital and Extension Office, the opening of Air Methods at the Russell County Airport, and other developments aimed at improving services and supporting future growth across the county.

  • Community Conversation 8-3

    Jeff Hoover is joined by marriage and family therapist Joy Jones to discuss an upcoming community seminar focused on human trafficking awareness. Jones shares her experience working with survivors, explains common warning signs of exploitation, and talks about how parents, educators, churches, and community members can help protect vulnerable individuals through education and awareness.

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    Jeff Hoover talks with Dr. Emiley Button, Director of Nursing at Lindsey Wilson University, about the school's new fully online RN to BSN program. They discuss how the program helps working nurses earn their bachelor's degree, partnerships with area hospitals and Somerset Community College, tuition assistance opportunities, and the growing demand for nurses across Kentucky.

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