New Senate map would move Russell County out of 16th District, into 15th District

Wednesday, January 5 by Zac Oakes

The new Kentucky Senate proposed redistricting map would move Russell County out of the 16th Senate District and into the 15th Senate District. The proposed map, which has to pass through the Kentucky Legislature, would […]

Russell County gas prices lower than state average

Wednesday, January 5 by Zac Oakes

The average price of gas in Russell County is lower than the state average. According to AAA, the average price of gas in Russell County is $2.80, compared to the state average of $2.95. The […]

44 new COVID cases, 1 death reported in Russell County Tuesday

Wednesday, January 5 by Zac Oakes

County Active Cases Hospitalized Self-Isolation Released Death(s) Total Per 10K Total Gain New Case Gain 1. Adair 93.00 9.00 84.00 3,853.00 91.00 4,037.00 2,102.39 28.00 28.00 2. Casey 20.00 3.00 17.00 3,012.00 65.00 3,097.00 1,916.58 […]

Sen. Max Wise Seeking Re-Election

Wednesday, January 5 by Derek Aaron

State Senator Max Wise filed the necessary paperwork with the Secretary of State’s Office on Tuesday to seek re-election to the 16th Senate District, which includes Russell County. Wise, a Republican from Campbellsville, is seeking […]

Winter Storm to Impact the Region Thursday

Wednesday, January 5 by Sean Hammond

We are preparing to wrap-up our Wednesday which means we are less than 24 hours away from Thursday’s winter storm. It is going to be quite busy tomorrow, which means I probably will not be […]

Jamestown woman arrested on wanton endangerment, DUI charges

Wednesday, January 5 by Zac Oakes

A Jamestown woman was arrested by Russell Springs Police Tuesday evening on wanton endangerment and driving under the influence charges. According to jail records, Lindsey Brockman, age 32, was arrested and charged with wanton endangerment […]

Day One in the Books for General Assembly

Wednesday, January 5 by Derek Aaron

Keith West files this report from Frankfort as the 2022 General Assembly began on Tuesday…

Lady Lakers win at home over Wayne County | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Tuesday, January 4 by Zac Oakes

The Russell County Lady Lakers came away with a convincing win over Wayne County at home Tuesday by a score of 52-35. The Lady Lakers jumped out to an early lead, holding a 27-12 edge at halftime and led by as many as 21... Read More.

Popplewell files for magistrate in District 1

Tuesday, January 4 by Zac Oakes

Greg Popplewell has filed for Magistrate in District 1. Popplewell filed his candidate papers on Tuesday morning. He will challenge incumbent magistrate Terry Waddell.

Two Arrested on Drug Trafficking Charges

Tuesday, January 4 by Derek Aaron

A Russell County woman and man were arrested in the early morning hours Tuesday on drug trafficking charges, where close to 20 grams of suspected methamphetamine was seized, according to Russell County Sheriff Derek Polston. […]

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Year: 2022

New Senate map would move Russell County out of 16th District, into 15th District

Russell County gas prices lower than state average

44 new COVID cases, 1 death reported in Russell County Tuesday

Sen. Max Wise Seeking Re-Election

Winter Storm to Impact the Region Thursday

Jamestown woman arrested on wanton endangerment, DUI charges

Day One in the Books for General Assembly

Lady Lakers win at home over Wayne County | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Popplewell files for magistrate in District 1

Two Arrested on Drug Trafficking Charges

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Obituaries

Jeffrey L. Scholl, 61, of Indianapolis

Robert Leach, 70, of Russell Springs

Ronald Eugene Sterner, Sr., 77, of Russell Springs

Ronald L. Wesley, 95, of Jamestown