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Mayor gives update on work at Russell Springs Fire Station

Thursday, September 1 by Zac Oakes

Work is ongoing to renovate the Russell Springs Fire Station. WJRS News caught up with Russell Springs Mayor Eddie Thomas, who provided an update on the latest work at the station and a projected timeline […]

Wilson promotes lake, area to state fairgoers at first fair as tourism director

Thursday, September 1 by Derek Aaron

Russell County Tourist Commission Executive Director Danielle Wilson recently returned from an 11-day stay in Louisville at the Kentucky State Fair where she was tasked with promoting Russell County and Lake Cumberland to fairgoers in […]

Roadwork on Russell Creek Bridge on parkway to begin soon

Thursday, September 1 by Zac Oakes

The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) advises motorists that lanes closures are set to begin next week on the Louie B. Nunn Cumberland Expressway in Adair County as crews perform bridge deck restorations. Beginning Tuesday, Sept. […]

Conservation district accepting applications for cost share assistance

Thursday, September 1 by Derek Aaron

The Russell County Conservation District is currently accepting applications for 2023 cost share assistance under the Kentucky Soil Erosion and Water Quality Cost Share Program. The program contains best management practices that include alternative water […]

Truck fire blocks Highway 80 near Russell-Adair line

Thursday, September 1 by Zac Oakes

A truck that was traveling east from Columbia suddenly caught fire Wednesday afternoon in the middle of the roadway. The incident occurred just after 3:30 p.m. approximately three miles past the Russell/Adair County line. The […]

New build-ready certified site announced in Somerset

Thursday, September 1 by Derek Aaron

A new Build-Ready-certified site at Somerset-Pulaski Economic Development Authority Commerce Park in neighboring Pulaski County was announced by Gov. Andy Beshear on Wednesday, with hopes of attracting new business to the region. The tract, located […]

Paving scheduled for KY 80 and KY 914 next week in Somerset

Thursday, September 1 by Derek Aaron

The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet District 8 Office in Somerset is advising motorists of paving that will take place next week on KY 914 and KY 80 in neighboring Pulaski County. On Tuesday, September 6th, contractors […]

Wayne Co. boat ramp to close for Poker Run; will be staging site for law enforcement

Thursday, September 1 by Derek Aaron

The upcoming Lake Cumberland Poker Run, which is based out of State Dock in Jamestown, has prompted the closure of at least one boat ramp in neighboring Wayne County for the duration of the three-day […]

UK Super Freshman Chris Livingston Part of Lebron James Upcoming Movie | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Thursday, September 1 by WJRS Staff

By LARRY VAUGHT Kentucky freshman basketball player Chris Livingston hopes to be a star on the court this season for the Wildcats but he will also be part of a star movie production. A film based on the book, Shooting Stars, about NBA superstar... Read More.

Lady Laker Soccer falls to Taylor County, both teams in action today | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Thursday, September 1 by Zac Oakes

The Lady Laker Soccer team went on the road to Taylor County for a 2A tournament matchup that was postponed from earlier this week. The Lady Lakers struggled against the Lady Cardinals, one of the top teams in their district and region, falling by... Read More.