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School district will look to replace gymnasium floor at Salem Elementary due to water issue

Thursday, February 26 by Zac Oakes

A recent water issue at Salem Elementary has caused notable damage to the gymnasium floor at Salem Elementary. Last month, there was a water break in the Salem community. Superintendent Michael Ford said after the […]

Jamestown Council approves donation for upcoming fishing tournament

Thursday, February 26 by Zac Oakes

The Jamestown City Council approved a donation for the upcoming fishing tournament on Lake Cumberland this summer. The National High School World Series and National Championship Fishing Tournament will be coming to Lake Cumberland in […]

Bill proposes financial incentives tied to Kindergarten readiness

Thursday, February 26 by Zac Oakes

A bill proposed in the Kentucky legislature would offer financial incentives aimed at helping more children start school Kindergarten-ready. Charles Baglan files this report with more details on Senate Bill 191. Under the bill, the […]

RCH still seeking applicants for security officer position

Wednesday, February 25 by Zac Oakes

Applications are still open for a law enforcement officer that will be stationed at Russell County Hospital. This position is part of a federal COPS grant that will provide funding for the officer. Russell County […]

School district receives clean audit report

Wednesday, February 25 by Zac Oakes

The Russell County Board of Education received a clean audit report at its meeting Monday evening. Joe Montgomery with Montgomery and Company presented the district’s audit. Superintendent Michael Ford credited the district staff for their […]

Pulaski man accused of setting wife on fire during altercation

Wednesday, February 25 by Zac Oakes

A Pulaski County man is accused of setting his wife on fire during an altercation at the couple’s residence earlier this month. The Pulaski County Sheriff’s Office said 36-year-old Timothy Lewis and his wife got […]

Adair County Sheriff’s Office searching for suspect in theft case

Wednesday, February 25 by Zac Oakes

The Adair County Sheriff’s Office said it is searching for a suspect in a theft investigation. The sheriff’s office has identified 38-year-old Benjamin Harmon as a suspect in the case. The sheriff’s office said multiple […]

Russell Springs Police release January activity report

Wednesday, February 25 by Zac Oakes

The Russell Springs Police Department released its activity report for January. The Russell Springs Police Department responded to 470 calls for service during the month of January. Russell Springs Police reported 18 arrests made last […]

Local businesses receive 100 percent on health inspections

Tuesday, February 24 by Zac Oakes

The Lake Cumberland District Health Department has released its latest round of health inspections from local restaurants and retail businesses. Dollar General Market in Jamestown, Five Star, A.V. Food Mart on West Steve Wariner Drive, […]

School board receives update on construction projects

Tuesday, February 24 by Zac Oakes

The Russell County Board of Education received an update on the ongoing construction projects with the bus garage and field houses. Superintendent Michael Ford gave WJRS News a breakdown on where things stand on these […]