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Russell County’s Dolly Parton Imagination Library has had great success

Tuesday, September 12 by Zac Oakes

The Russell County Dolly Parton Imagination Library has had great success since its inception. Library Director Lindsey Westerfield told WJRS News the program has more than 800 Russell County children under five years old. Since […]

Somerset woman reportedly neglected her mother, leading to her death

Monday, September 11 by Zac Oakes

A Somerset woman was indicted after she reportedly neglected her mother following a fall, which ultimately led to her death. According to the Pulaski County Sheriff’s Office, 49-year-old Abra McDonald was indicted on a charge […]

Russell Springs man arrested on assault charge

Monday, September 11 by Zac Oakes

A Russell Springs man was arrested on an assault charge Friday night. According to jail records, 18-year-old Jose Lucas was arrested on charges of assault first degree and alcohol intoxication in a public place. Lucas […]

Fiscal court to meet this evening

Monday, September 11 by Zac Oakes

The Russell County Fiscal Court will meet in regular session this evening. The court is expected to hear tax rates from the special taxing districts. The court will meet at 5:30 in the courtroom of […]

Kendall Recreation Area Boat Ramp expected to reopen by end of month

Monday, September 11 by Zac Oakes

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Nashville District announced construction at Kendall Campground, including its boat ramp and roadway along the riverside campground, is nearing completion, and those areas are expected to re-open by the […]

Nancy woman arrested on drug charges

Monday, September 11 by Zac Oakes

A Nancy woman was arrested on drug charges Sunday afternoon by the Russell County Sheriff’s Office. According to jail records, 53-year-old Kathy R. Roberts was arrested and charged with possession of methamphetamine and possession of […]

Fiscal court tables funding for Jamestown Elementary SRO

Friday, September 8 by Zac Oakes

At this week’s special-called meeting of the Russell County Fiscal Court, the court voted to table the approval of a memorandum of understanding regarding the Jamestown Elementary School Resource Officer position. The magistrates agreed to […]

Weather radar in Jamestown still on track

Friday, September 8 by Zac Oakes

The Climavision weather radar location in Jamestown is still on track. WJRS News has been told the radar device is set to be installed this month, barring any setbacks. The device will help provide more […]

Casey County man arrested after beating another man with broom handle

Friday, September 8 by Zac Oakes

A Casey County man was arrested earlier this week after reportedly beating another man with a broom handle. According to the Casey County Sheriff’s Office, the incident occurred early Tuesday morning resulting in the arrest […]

Lake Cumberland Poker Run is this weekend

Friday, September 8 by Zac Oakes

The Lake Cumberland Poker Run is back this weekend, bringing a large number of visitors to the lake as the summer tourism season winds down. The Poker Run, headquartered at State Dock, is considered by […]