Coleman announces run for KY Governor

Monday, April 20 by Zac Oakes

Kentucky’s Lieutenant Governor Jacqueline Coleman will seek the office of Governor next year. Coleman has served as Lieutenant Governor under Andy Beshear since 2019. Before that, Coleman was an educator, teaching at Burgin and East […]

Man reportedly shot another; fired shots at law enforcement during ongoing standoff in Adair County

Monday, April 20 by Zac Oakes

update: authorities indicate three people are dead at three different locations. The suspect is deceased and Kentucky State Police are searching the house for explosives. The suspect reportedly claimed to have explosives during a call […]

Voter registration deadline is today

Monday, April 20 by Zac Oakes

Today is the final day to register to vote in order to be eligible to cast a ballot in the upcoming primary election. Those who are not already registered but wish to vote in next […]

Russell Springs woman arrested, charged with human trafficking

Monday, April 20 by Zac Oakes

A Russell Springs woman was arrested and charged with human trafficking Friday evening. Kentucky State Police arrested 47-year-old Melina Bell and charged her with human trafficking – commercial sexual activity with the victim being under […]

Jamestown taking orders for veteran banners

Monday, April 20 by Zac Oakes

The City of Jamestown is encouraging anyone interested in purchasing a veteran banner to do so as soon as possible. The banners will be placed around the city recognizing local veterans. Mayor Regena Hinton provides […]

Somerset man killed in Rockcastle County collision

Monday, April 20 by Zac Oakes

A Somerset man was killed in a collision in Rockcastle County over the weekend. Kentucky State Police say it happened at around 1 p.m. local time on Saturday on KY 461 known as Lake Cumberland […]

School board to meet this evening

Monday, April 20 by Zac Oakes

The Russell County Board of Education will meet at 5:00 this evening. The board is expected to have an introduction for the next Russell County High School principal, Jordan Turner. The board will also hear […]

Louisville man arrested for allegedly fleeing from police

Monday, April 20 by Zac Oakes

A Louisville man was arrested over the weekend after allegedly fleeing from police. 60-year-old Ibrahim Zahirovic was arrested by the Russell County Sheriff’s Office and charged with fleeing or evading police first degree, reckless driving, […]

Russell Springs Fire Department assists Columbia Fire Department at Highway 80 structure fire

Monday, April 20 by Zac Oakes

The Russell Springs Fire Department was called out yesterday to assist the Columbia Fire Department with a structure fire on Highway 80. Russell Springs Fire Chief Bobby Johnson told WJRS News Russell Springs units were […]

National Work Zone Awareness Week: South Kentucky RECC urges motorists to drive safely in all work zones

Friday, April 17 by Zac Oakes

SOMERSET, Ky. (April 16, 2026) — National Work Zone Awareness Week, April 20–24, serves as a reminder for drivers to remain vigilant and slow down around roadside workers. South Kentucky RECC encourages motorists to recognize […]

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Coleman announces run for KY Governor

Man reportedly shot another; fired shots at law enforcement during ongoing standoff in Adair County

Voter registration deadline is today

Russell Springs woman arrested, charged with human trafficking

Jamestown taking orders for veteran banners

Somerset man killed in Rockcastle County collision

School board to meet this evening

Louisville man arrested for allegedly fleeing from police

Russell Springs Fire Department assists Columbia Fire Department at Highway 80 structure fire

National Work Zone Awareness Week: South Kentucky RECC urges motorists to drive safely in all work zones

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Obituaries

Jeffrey L. Scholl, 61, of Indianapolis

Robert Leach, 70, of Russell Springs

Ronald Eugene Sterner, Sr., 77, of Russell Springs

Ronald L. Wesley, 95, of Jamestown