Election Day is two weeks away
Election Day is just two weeks away. Russell County Clerk Patti Glover spoke to WJRS News and provided information on polling locations that will be open on Election Day. Polls will be open from 6 […]
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Today is last day to request an absentee ballot
Today is the last day to request an absentee ballot for the upcoming primary election. An absentee ballot request can be made at the county clerk’s office or online through the state portal. Voters can be eligible […]
South KY RECC members will see increase in monthly bill
South Kentucky RECC members will soon see an increase in their monthly bill. The Kentucky Public Service Commission has approved a change that allows East Kentucky Power Cooperative to increase the cost of power it […]
Pulaski man charged with attempted murder after alleged attack with bat
A Pulaski County man was arrested and charged with attempted murder after allegedly attacking two individuals with a bat. The Pulaski County Sheriff’s Office said 44-year-old Jonathan R.C. Gross was arrested after two people were […]
Russell Springs man arrested in Wayne County after allegedly fleeing from police
A Russell Springs man was arrested in Wayne County over the weekend. The Wayne County Sheriff’s Office said deputies observed a vehicle operated by 25-year-old Cody Valentine of Russell Springs repeatedly swerving and crossing the […]
Russell County’s unemployment rate was lowest in area in February
Russell County’s unemployment rate was the lowest in the Lake Cumberland area for the month of February. Russell County’s unemployment rate came in at 4.4 percent. The next highest in the area were Adair County […]
Early voting returning to South KY RECC Community Room this year
Early voting is returning to the South Kentucky RECC Community Room this year. Voters from across the county will have the chance to vote early on Thursday, May 14; Friday, May 15; and Saturday, May […]
Sheriff’s office arrests Russell Springs man on multiple charges
The Russell County Sheriff’s Office arrested a Russell Springs man on multiple charges early yesterday morning. 43-year-old Gregory A. Thomas was arrested and charged with fleeing or evading police first degree, wanton endangerment first degree […]
Russell Springs man arrested on drug charges
A Russell Springs man was arrested on drug charges last night. 38-year-old Derek S. Passmore was arrested and charged with possession of methamphetamine and tampering with physical evidence. Passmore also had indictment warrants for possession […]
Deadline to request absentee ballot is tomorrow
The deadline to request an absentee ballot is tomorrow. Eligible voters have until tomorrow to request an absentee ballot for the upcoming primary election. Voters can be eligible for an absentee ballot due to age, illness, disability, […]