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Spring squirrel season begins today

A favorite past time for Kentucky outdoorsmen and women, spring squirrel season, begins today and runs through June 16th, according to state wildlife officials. The daily limit is six while the possession limit is 12 […]

Early voting begins today at SKRECC

Today is the first day for early, in-person voting for next week’s primary election. Early voting at the South Kentucky RECC Community Room in Jamestown takes place today, Friday, and Saturday. Voters can cast their […]

Early no-excuse voting begins next week

Early in-person voting for the 2023 primary election will begin next week at the South Kentucky RECC Community Room. Early voting at the RECC will be Thursday, Friday, and Saturday next week from 9 a.m. […]

Wednesday begins Severe Weather Awareness Week

Tomorrow, Wednesday, March 1st through Tuesday, March 7th, has been designated by Gov. Andy Beshear as Severe Weather Awareness Week. During the week, the National Weather Service offices across the state and Kentucky Emergency Management, […]

Spring forest fire season begins Wednesdsay

With the spring forest fire season set to begin, the Kentucky Division of Forestry has issued a statewide burn ban to go into effect, starting Wednesday, February 15th through April 30th. Beginning Wednesday, no burning […]

Higher property tax penalty begins today

Russell County Sheriff Derek Polston told WJRS News today begins the higher late penalty on property taxes. Beginning today, the late fee increases to 21 percent. Bills can be paid in-person, over the phone, or […]

Chamber looking to add members as new year begins

Russell County Chamber of Commerce President Lindsey Wilson Gosser said January was the perfect time for new businesses to join the local chamber during this week’s regular monthly meeting of the local business community. Gosser […]

2023 General Assembly begins in Frankfort

Today marks the start of a new legislative session in Frankfort. The 2023 session of the Kentucky General Assembly is considered a “short” session due to the 30-day period. Once again, Republicans have an advantage […]