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Three Russell County teachers selected for CU Excellence in Teaching Awards

Thursday, February 29 by Zac Oakes

Three Russell County teachers have been selected for the 2024 Campbellsville University Excellence in Teaching Awards. Penny Lester from Salem Elementary, Marquita Robinson from Russell County Middle School and Rebecca Walters from Russell County High […]

SCC student from Russell County to donate a kidney over spring break

Thursday, February 29 by Zac Oakes

A Somerset Community College student and Russell County native will be taking time during the upcoming spring break to donate a kidney to a stranger. Cherish Strunk, age 25, is a Russell County native and […]

Sheriff’s Office adds new deputy

Thursday, February 29 by Zac Oakes

The Russell County Sheriff’s Office has a new deputy. Sheriff Derek Polston announced the addition of William Greer to the sheriff’s office earlier this week. Greer’s prior law enforcement experience includes serving 20 years with […]

Bill would allow paid family leave insurance for lost wages

Thursday, February 29 by Zac Oakes

A bill making its way through the Kentucky Legislature would allow voluntary paid family leave insurance to be available to Kentucky employers, who would choose whether to offer it as a benefit to their employees. Charles […]

Nine indicted by grand jury

Wednesday, February 28 by Zac Oakes

Nine individuals were indicted by a Russell County grand jury yesterday. Those indicted included the following individuals: Troy Doss, age 49 of Jamestown, charged with trafficking in methamphetamine, tampering with physical evidence, possession of drug […]

Anchor of Hope Food Pantry helping many local students, families

Wednesday, February 28 by Zac Oakes

The Anchor of Hope Food Pantry on the Russell County Middle School and High School campus has served several families and students since opening this fall. According to the Russell County School District, the pantry […]

RCHS students will get head start on teaching careers thanks to new apprenticeship opportunity

Wednesday, February 28 by Zac Oakes

Six Russell County High School students will get a head start on their teaching careers because of an apprenticeship opportunity that will fast-track their college education. Anna Gosser, Emma Grider, Amy McGowan, Saturn Taryn Walsh, […]

Bill would strengthen penalties for crimes against children

Wednesday, February 28 by Zac Oakes

A bill that would strengthen penalties for those convicted of certain crimes against children is making its way through the Kentucky Legislature. Keith West has more on House Bill 278. Stay tuned to WJRS News […]

Contract awarded for repair work on Fishing Creek Bridge

Wednesday, February 28 by Zac Oakes

A contract has been awarded for needed repair work on a frequently-traveled bridge in the area. Work is set to begin on Fishing Creek Bridge on Highway 80 in Pulaski County later this year, according […]

Major local road project set to get underway next month

Tuesday, February 27 by Zac Oakes

A major local road project affecting Highways 127 and 619 is set to get underway next month according to officials from the District 8 Transportation Cabinet office. Work will take place on U.S. 127 between […]