More than 450 voters have already cast their ballot in Russell County

Tuesday, October 29 by Zac Oakes

More than 450 voters in Russell County have already cast their ballot, according to data from the state board of elections. According to the data, 362 mail-in ballots have been returned to the county clerk’s […]

Shepherd hopes to bring family atmosphere, professionalism to Russell County EMS

Tuesday, October 29 by Zac Oakes

Russell County EMS has a new leader, but he’s no stranger to the local ambulance service. Last week, the local ambulance board named Charles Shepherd as the interim director for Russell County EMS. Shepherd spoke […]

Clinton County man arrested after reportedly firing multiple gunshots inside home

Monday, October 28 by Zac Oakes

A Clinton County man was taken into custody after police say he fired multiple shots inside a home. The Clinton County Sheriff’s Office and Albany Police Department were called out just before 5:00 this morning […]

Laker Band finishes third at state competition

Monday, October 28 by Zac Oakes

The Laker Band had a strong showing at the state marching band contest Saturday. The Laker Band finished third overall in Class 3A, with Murray taking home the 3A championship and Bourbon County finishing second. […]

Russell Springs woman arrested on child abuse charge

Monday, October 28 by Zac Oakes

A Russell Springs woman was arrested on charges including child abuse last night. According to reports, 32-year-old Victoria A. Passmore was arrested and charged with criminal abuse – 1st degree involving a child 12 years […]

Meeks Chosen Homecoming Queen at Campbellsville University

Monday, October 28 by WJRS Staff

A Russell County resident has been named Homecoming Queen at Campbellsville University. Makenna Meeks, the 20 year old daughter of Jeff and Chasity Meeks of Russell Springs, received the honor Saturday during ceremonies at the […]

In-person absentee voting continues this week; early voting begins Thursday

Monday, October 28 by Zac Oakes

Excused In-person absentee voting continues this week, running today, tomorrow, and Wednesday at the county clerk’s office. In-person absentee voting is available from 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. on those days. No-excuse early voting, which […]

One Killed, One Charged with Vehicular Homicide Following Crash in Pulaski County

Sunday, October 27 by WJRS Staff

One person was killed and another was arrested on a charge of vehicular homicide following a two vehicle wreck in Pulaski County early Sunday morning. State Police say a Jeep Wrangler, being operated by 19 […]

Two Russell County Residents Killed in Tragic Automobile Crash

Sunday, October 27 by WJRS Staff

– Kentucky State Police (KSP) Post 15 Kentucky State Troopers responded to a two-vehicle injury collision on KY 55 in Adair County that occurred on October 25, 2024, at 2:32 P.M. CDT. The preliminary investigation […]

Laker Band to compete at state tomorrow

Friday, October 25 by Zac Oakes

The Russell County Laker Band will compete at state competitions tomorrow. The band will compete at Elizabethtown High School in the Class AAA semifinals, with the Lakers set to take the field at 11:30 a.m. […]

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More than 450 voters have already cast their ballot in Russell County

Shepherd hopes to bring family atmosphere, professionalism to Russell County EMS

Clinton County man arrested after reportedly firing multiple gunshots inside home

Laker Band finishes third at state competition

Russell Springs woman arrested on child abuse charge

Meeks Chosen Homecoming Queen at Campbellsville University

In-person absentee voting continues this week; early voting begins Thursday

One Killed, One Charged with Vehicular Homicide Following Crash in Pulaski County

Two Russell County Residents Killed in Tragic Automobile Crash

Laker Band to compete at state tomorrow

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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