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Russell County 12-14 year olds fare well at Cumberland County shooting sports competition

Thursday, June 11 by Zac Oakes

The Russell County Shooting Sports team recently competed in a competition at Cumberland County. Here is a look at how Russell County’s 12-14 year old division fared in the competition. Titus Popplewell 1st Place — […]

Russell County Population Growth Projected Through 2050

Wednesday, June 10 by Sean Hammond

New population data and long-range projections suggest Russell County could continue to see steady growth over the next several decades. According to U.S. Census estimates, Russell County’s population has increased from 17,991 residents in 2020 […]

Summer Meals To-Go Program Begins Today

Wednesday, June 10 by Sean Hammond

Russell County families are reminded that the Summer Meals To-Go program begins today. Meal distribution will take place at Russell County High School, with families asked to enter through Erik Lane. Pickup hours are scheduled […]

Russell County High School Announces New Staff

Wednesday, June 10 by Sean Hammond

Russell County High School is welcoming several new faces to its staff for the upcoming school year. School officials have announced the hiring of Jordan Turner as the new head principal, Brandon Cooper as assistant […]

Somerset Man Arrested on Drug Indictment

Wednesday, June 10 by Sean Hammond

A Somerset man has been arrested on a Pulaski Circuit Court indictment. Somerset Police took 48-year-old James Curtis West into custody around 3:45 Tuesday morning on West Columbia Street. Authorities say West was served with […]

Clinton County Fair Opens June 11

Wednesday, June 10 by Sean Hammond

The Clinton County Fair is gearing up for ten days of exhibits, pageants, rides, food, and motorsports begins tomorrow, continuing through June 20 at the Clinton County Fairgrounds in Albany. Fair activities kick off Thursday, […]

Russell County 9-11 age group has solid showing at Cumberland County shooting sports competition

Wednesday, June 10 by Zac Oakes

The Russell County Shooting Sports team recently competed in Cumberland County. Here’s a look at how Russell County’s 9-11 age group performed. Axale Mann 1st Place — Air Pistol Evan Stephens 1st Place — Black […]

RCPL working on new website design

Wednesday, June 10 by Zac Oakes

Russell County Public Library is working on a new website design. Library Director Cody Gabehart told WJRS News the main focus of the new website is patron usability. You can visit Russell County Public Library […]

Lakefest 2026 Set for July 3-4 in Jamestown

Tuesday, June 9 by Sean Hammond

The City of Jamestown is getting ready to celebrate Independence Day with its annual Lakefest Celebration, set for Friday, July 3rd and Saturday, July 4th. Festivities kick off on Friday evening with the Lakefest Beauty […]

Russell County Fair Announces 2026 Floral Hall Champions

Tuesday, June 9 by Sean Hammond

The Russell County Fair has announced its 2026 Floral Hall Grand Champions, recognizing outstanding entries in both Open Class and 4-H competition categories. In the Open Class division, Sharon Bradley earned Grand Champion honors in […]