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Lindsey Wilson to hold three commencement ceremonies for school’s largest graduating class

Thursday, April 25 by Zac Oakes

Lindsey Wilson College will cap off its largest class in the school’s history with three commencement ceremonies this weekend. Lindsey Wilson’s graduating class this year includes 588 total degrees being conferred. Combined with the 642 […]

Russell Springs man indicted on rape, incest charges

Wednesday, April 24 by Zac Oakes

A Russell Springs man was indicted yesterday on charges of first-degree rape, incest, and other crimes. A Russell County grand jury indicted 54-year-old David Holderfield of Russell Springs on charges of first-degree rape, incest, sexual […]

Smith discusses role of faith in taking over as new JES principal

Wednesday, April 24 by Zac Oakes

New Jamestown Elementary School Principal Zach Smith says his Christian faith played a big role in the decision to pursue the principal job at Jamestown. Smith spoke to WJRS News more about how his faith […]

Branscum discusses renovation/expansion funds at RCH

Wednesday, April 24 by Zac Oakes

State Rep. Josh Branscum was at Russell County Hospital yesterday, speaking to employees about funds passed by the state legislature for an expansion/renovation at the hospital. Branscum credited the work of the hospital’s employees, board, […]

Russell County FFA Horsemanship team competes at Murray State

Wednesday, April 24 by Zac Oakes

The Russell County FFA horsemanship team recently traveled to Murray State University to compete in the Kentucky state FFA horsemanship contest. The team consists of Chloe Robertson , Callie Reynolds, Piper Garmon, and Baylee Flatt […]

Four charged in reported drug smuggling operation at Casey County Jail

Wednesday, April 24 by Zac Oakes

Four people are facing charges for what is being reported as a drug smuggling operation at the Casey County jail. According to reports, the Casey County Sheriff’s Office launched an investigation at the end of […]

Smith talks about why he pursued JES principal position

Tuesday, April 23 by Zac Oakes

Jamestown Elementary School has its new principal in Zach Smith. Smith recently spoke to WJRS News about what drew him to Jamestown Elementary. Stay tuned to WJRS News as we bring you more from our […]

Russell County saw increase in unemployment last year

Tuesday, April 23 by Zac Oakes

New data from the Kentucky Center for Statistics shows Russell County had a slight increase in unemployment last year compared to 2022. According to the report, Russell County’s unemployment rate was 5.3 percent last year, […]

Adair woman killed in wreck on Highway 55

Tuesday, April 23 by Zac Oakes

An Adair woman was killed in a two-vehicle collision on Highway 55 in Taylor County on Sunday. According to Kentucky State Police Post 15, a 2002 Ford F-150 operated by 60-year-old Allen Glen Yates of […]

Dunnville man arrested by KSP on multiple charges

Tuesday, April 23 by Zac Oakes

A Dunnville man was arrested by Kentucky State Police on multiple charges last night. According to reports, 28-year-old Jeffery Kerr of Dunnville was arrested by state police and charged with possession of methamphetamine, operating a […]