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School board approves working budget

Thursday, September 25 by Zac Oakes

The Russell County Board of Education approved its working budget for the remainder of the school year at this week’s board meeting. The new budget includes revenues and expenses totaling around $30.5 million. The school […]

Community blood drive is today

Thursday, September 25 by Zac Oakes

The Russell County Community Blood Drive takes place today at the South Kentucky RECC Community Room. The monthly blood drive gets underway at 11:30 today at the South Kentucky RECC Community Room. The blood drive […]

Taylor County man arrested after allegedly stealing city truck, trailer and mowers

Thursday, September 25 by Zac Oakes

A man in nearby Taylor County was arrested after he allegedly stole a truck, trailer, and mowers belonging to the City of Campbellsville. An investigation began last Thursday after the items were reported stolen from […]

Two former Adair County Jail employees arrested on charges including theft and official misconduct

Wednesday, September 24 by Zac Oakes

Two former employees at the Adair County Jail have been arrested on indictment warrants including charges of theft and official misconduct. The Columbia Police Department said Montie D. Shover, age 55, and Misty M. Shover, […]

Thompson provides hospital construction update

Wednesday, September 24 by Zac Oakes

As Russell County Hospital embarks on a major renovation and expansion project, hospital CEO Scott Thompson provided WJRS News with an update on where things stand in the construction process. The planned expansion project will […]

School board approves pass allowing free admission to regular season sporting events for county residents 62+

Wednesday, September 24 by Zac Oakes

Russell County residents age 62 or older will soon have the opportunity to attend Russell County Schools athletic events free of charge thanks to the new Legends of Laker Nation Athletic Pass. The school board […]

4-H Shooting Sports team had multiple top 3 finishes at state competition

Wednesday, September 24 by Zac Oakes

The Russell County 4-H Shooting Sports team had multiple top 3 finishes at the state competition. In the team events: Case McGowan, Kegin Stephens, and Vance Foley – 1st place – Ages 9-11 Black Powder […]

Jamestown planning to bring ice skating to Christmas on the Square

Wednesday, September 24 by Zac Oakes

It may be September, but the City of Jamestown is already making plans for the annual Christmas on the Square celebration. This year, those attending the annual Christmas celebration will have the opportunity to ice […]

KY Fish and Wildlife Auction Set for October 6th

Tuesday, September 23 by Sean Hammond

The Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources will host a live auction to sell surplus items and confiscated hunting and fishing equipment on Monday, October 6th. Registration opens at 6:30 a.m. Central Time, and […]

School board takes next steps on band practice area project

Tuesday, September 23 by Zac Oakes

The Russell County School Board took the next steps on the band practice area project last night, accepting a bid from Branscum Construction to manage the project. Branscum Construction was the only company to bid […]