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Coffey Wins Jamestown Mayor’s Race; Thomas Re-Elected in Russell Springs

Tuesday, November 3 by WJRS Staff

Barry Coffey won the race for Jamestown mayor, while Mayor Eddie Thomas was re-elected Russell Springs Mayor in Tuesday’s general election. In Russell Springs, Thomas received 440 votes to 262 for Cody Wilson. In Jamestown, […]

Indictments Returned in Nancy ATM Theft Involving More Than $50,000

Monday, November 2 by WJRS Staff

Two men have been indicted in connection with a Pulaski County ATM theft involving more than $50,000. Sheriff Bobby Jones says the investigation began November 30th, 2023, when a Ford truck was stolen from Miller’s […]

Adair Sheriff’s Report Lists 943 Calls to 911 During October

Monday, November 2 by WJRS Staff

The Adair County Sheriff’s Department served 46 arrest warrants and opened 12 criminal cases during October. According to the department’s monthly activity report, deputies also issued 19 citations for criminal activity, investigated 22 accidents and […]

Columbia Police Report 812 Calls and Contacts During October

Monday, November 2 by WJRS Staff

Columbia Police reported more than 800 calls for service and contacts during October. According to the department’s monthly activity report, released Monday by Police Chief Evan Burton, officers recorded 812 calls and contacts, issued 71 […]

Local Races, Federal Offices and Constitutional Amendment Await Voters

Monday, November 2 by WJRS Staff

Contested races for mayor in both Jamestown and Russell Springs, along with a nine-candidate race for Jamestown City Council, highlight today’s general election in Russell County. Voters will also decide races for United States Senate, […]

Pickup Truck Crash Claims Life of 52-Year-Old Columbia Man

Monday, November 2 by WJRS Staff

An Adair County man has died following a single-vehicle wreck Saturday on White Oak Church Road. According to officials, 52-year-old Joey J. Smith, of Columbia, was driving a pickup truck near his residence when he […]

Burkesville Man Arrested on Arson, Other Charges

Sunday, November 1 by WJRS Staff

A Burkesville man faces arson and other charges following an investigation by the Cumberland County Sheriff’s Department. Nathan Castillo, 44, was arrested Friday and charged with arson 1st degree, wanton endangerment 1st degree and criminal […]

Columbia Police Report DUI, Drug and Domestic Violence Arrests

Sunday, November 1 by WJRS Staff

Three people were arrested over the weekend by the Columbia Police Department. Police say 43-year-old Emily Erin Bunch of Lancing, Tennessee, was arrested on charges of driving under the influence, having no insurance, driving on […]

Six Area Residents Complete KSP Academy, Begin Service at Post 15

Sunday, November 1 by WJRS Staff

A Jamestown man is among six new Kentucky State Police troopers assigned to Post 15 in Columbia following graduation ceremonies Friday. Adam Melson of Jamestown was one of 40 members of Cadet Class 107 to […]

Russell County School Bus Involved in Minor Accident Friday Afternoon

Friday, October 30 by Sean Hammond

A Russell County Schools bus transporting students with disabilities was involved in a minor accident Friday afternoon. According to Superintendent Michael Ford, three students, a bus aide, and the driver were on board at the time of the accident. Fortunately, no injuries were reported. One student... Read More.