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State real property tax rate drops for third year

Thursday, July 20 by Zac Oakes

Kentucky’s real property tax rate is dropping for the third consecutive year, decreasing to 11.4 cents per $100 of assessed value in 2023. The new tax rate took effect at the beginning of July. The […]

Russell Springs seeking input through citizen survey

Thursday, July 20 by Zac Oakes

The City of Russell Springs is seeking input through a citizen survey. The Russell Springs zoning board is in the process of developing the city’s comprehensive plan, and as part of that development, the board […]

School Board approves RCHS science lab renovations

Wednesday, July 19 by Zac Oakes

The Russell County Board of Education gave approval to renovations of science classrooms and labs at Russell County High School. Superintendent Michael Ford spoke to WJRS News about the planned renovations.

Russell Springs Hardees planning to open in early August

Wednesday, July 19 by Zac Oakes

The Hardees in Russell Springs is planning to open early next month. Russell Springs Mayor Eddie Thomas told WJRS News work at the restaurant site is progressing and the plan is for the restaurant to […]

Russell County teachers recognized by Campbellsville University

Wednesday, July 19 by Zac Oakes

Three Russell County teachers were recognized by Campbellsville University as part of Campbellsville’s Excellence in Teaching Awards. Allison Coffey from Russell Springs Elementary, Rhonda Kimbler at Russell County Middle School, and Charlie Anderson at Russell […]

Chamber holds July meeting

Wednesday, July 19 by Zac Oakes

The Russell County Chamber of Commerce held its regular monthly meeting yesterday. We caught up with Chamber President Lindsey Wilson Gosser to talk a little bit about this month’s meeting. Gosser also gave a preview […]

Tourism meeting scheduled for next Wednesday

Wednesday, July 19 by Zac Oakes

The Lake Cumberland Tourist Commission was set to meet today, but instead, will hold a special-called meeting next week. The tourism commission’s special-called meeting will take place next Wednesday at 12:30 at the tourism office. […]

Wanted Wayne County man surrenders in Idaho

Wednesday, July 19 by Zac Oakes

Yesterday on local news, we reported that authorities in neighboring Wayne County were searching for a man wanted for alleged offenses involving a minor. According to reports, Phillip Gerhardt surrendered to authorities in Burley, Idaho […]

New playground equipment available at Russell Springs City Park

Tuesday, July 18 by Zac Oakes

Last week on local news, we told you about some improvements being made at the Russell Springs City Park. Today, we hear more from Russell Springs Mayor Eddie Thomas about some new playground equipment recently […]

Russell Springs Police release June Activity Report

Tuesday, July 18 by Zac Oakes

The Russell Springs Police Department released its monthly activity report for the month of June. For the month of June, the police department reported four alcohol-related arrests and five drug-related arrests. The department reported 38 […]