Body camera footage released from shooting involving Wayne County Sheriff’s Office

Monday, June 3 by Zac Oakes

Body camera footage from an officer-involved shooting in Wayne County has been released by the sheriff’s office. A Wayne County grand jury last month cleared deputies Jerry Meadows and Jerry Coffey of any crimes in […]

County Clerk Patti Glover Releases May Primary Voting Turnout Numbers

Saturday, June 1 by WJRS Staff

Voter turnout in Russell County during the recent primary election was a little higher than some expected and surpassed the state average turnout. According to County Clerk Patti Glover, just over 19% of registered voters […]

Fiscal court holds first reading to prohibit medical cannabis operations within county

Friday, May 31 by Zac Oakes

The Russell County Fiscal Court met in special session yesterday morning, with the court holding the first reading of an ordinance that would prohibit medical cannabis operations within the county. With it being the first […]

Russell County Jaycees Fair gets underway tonight

Friday, May 31 by Zac Oakes

The annual Russell County Jaycees Fair officially gets underway tonight. Tonight’s events include the beef show at 6 and horse show at 7. Gate admission for tonight is $5. Carnival rides will not be available […]

Pulaski County looking at banning medical marijuana dispensaries

Wednesday, May 29 by Zac Oakes

Neighboring Pulaski County is considering a ban on medical marijuana dispensaries within the county. The Pulaski Fiscal Court held the first reading of an ordinance Tuesday that would prevent dispensaries from opening in Pulaski County, […]

Around 500 remain without power in Russell County

Tuesday, May 28 by Zac Oakes

Around 500 customers remain without power in Russell County, according to data from South Kentucky RECC. The power outages stem from storms that came through the area late Sunday night and early Saturday morning. At […]

Storms trap people at Conley Bottom in Wayne County

Tuesday, May 28 by Zac Oakes

Storms that came through Sunday night and Monday morning caused notable damage at Conley Bottom on Lake Cumberland in Wayne County. According to reports, first responders were called out after midnight Monday morning where there […]

Man charged following double-murder in Pulaski County

Monday, May 27 by Zac Oakes

A Lincoln County man is in custody after he allegedly murdered his father and uncle in the Eubank community of Pulaski County. According to the Pulaski County Sheriff’s Office, 26-year-old Brandon Mullins was arrested and […]

Laker Baseball to take on Logan County in region tournament today | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Monday, May 27 by Zac Oakes

The Laker Baseball team is scheduled to begin play in the 4th Region Tournament today. The Lakers will take on Logan County in the second game of the day at Nick Denes Field at Western Kentucky University. First pitch is scheduled for 12:15 this... Read More.

Russell County Fair gets underway in one week

Friday, May 24 by Zac Oakes

The Russell County Jaycees Fair gets underway one week from today. The 129th edition of the Russell County Fair starts next Friday and will run for 9 days, from May 31 and concluding on Saturday, […]

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Body camera footage released from shooting involving Wayne County Sheriff’s Office

County Clerk Patti Glover Releases May Primary Voting Turnout Numbers

Fiscal court holds first reading to prohibit medical cannabis operations within county

Russell County Jaycees Fair gets underway tonight

Pulaski County looking at banning medical marijuana dispensaries

Around 500 remain without power in Russell County

Storms trap people at Conley Bottom in Wayne County

Man charged following double-murder in Pulaski County

Laker Baseball to take on Logan County in region tournament today | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Russell County Fair gets underway in one week

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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