Two-Vehicle Collision Reported on U.S. 127 North of Russell Springs

Monday, August 3 by WJRS Staff

A two-vehicle collision was reported late Sunday morning on U.S. Highway 127, approximately three miles north of Russell Springs. According to Russell County Sheriff’s Deputy Chad Fox, the crash occurred at approximately 11:50 a.m. when […]

Lake Area Foundation Helping Strengthen Communities Across the Region

Monday, August 3 by WJRS Staff

The Lake Area Foundation continues to invest in the future of the Lake Cumberland region through scholarships, grants and endowments that benefit communities across its ten-county service area. Founded in 2012, the Lake Area Foundation […]

Davis Steel Captures $2 Million TBT Championship

Monday, August 3 by WJRS Staff

A company with roots in Russell Springs is celebrating a national basketball championship. Davis Steel USA, owned by Ashley and Adam Davis of Russell Springs, captured the 2026 The Basketball Tournament (TBT) championship Sunday afternoon […]

Russell County Sheriff’s Department Arrests Two in Jabez Community

Saturday, August 1 by WJRS Staff

The Russell County Sheriff’s Department reports two people were arrested just before dawn Saturday at a residence on Middle Ridge Road in the Jabez community. According to Sheriff Derek Polston, deputies Stone Bolin and Devin […]

Michael D. Glover, 74, of Jamestown

Saturday, August 1 by WJRS Staff

Michael D. Glover, 74, of Jamestown, passed away Thursday, July 30th, at his home. Michael was born in Somerset, KY on August 30, 1951, a son of the late Elizabeth and Riley Glover. He served […]

City Urges Public to Sign Up for Emergency Notification System

Friday, July 31 by WJRS Staff

The City of Russell Springs is encouraging residents to stay informed by signing up for its official emergency notification service, Reach Alert. The free notification system keeps citizens updated on important community information when it […]

‘Students Come First’: New RCMS Principal Sarah Aaron Talks Goals with WJRS NEWS

Thursday, July 30 by WJRS Staff

Russell County Schools has announced the selection of a new principal for Russell County Middle School. Superintendent Michael Ford announced Thursday afternoon that Mrs. Sarah Aaron has been selected to lead the school following a […]

Adair County Sheriff’s Office Investigates Thursday Morning Injury Crash

Thursday, July 30 by WJRS Staff

The Adair County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a two-vehicle collision that occurred early Thursday morning on Highway 55 South. Sheriff Gary Roy says deputies responded to the 4000 block of Highway 55 South at approximately 6:20 a.m. […]

Russell County Middle School Names New Principal

Thursday, July 30 by WJRS Staff

Russell County Schools has announced the selection of a new principal for Russell County Middle School. Superintendent Michael Ford announced that Mrs. Sarah Aaron has been selected to lead the school following a thorough selection […]

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Two-Vehicle Collision Reported on U.S. 127 North of Russell Springs

Lake Area Foundation Helping Strengthen Communities Across the Region

Davis Steel Captures $2 Million TBT Championship

Russell County Sheriff’s Department Arrests Two in Jabez Community

Michael D. Glover, 74, of Jamestown

City Urges Public to Sign Up for Emergency Notification System

‘Students Come First’: New RCMS Principal Sarah Aaron Talks Goals with WJRS NEWS

Adair County Sheriff’s Office Investigates Thursday Morning Injury Crash

Russell County Middle School Names New Principal

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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