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RS Man Arrested Friday on Drug Charges

Illegal drugs were discovered after a warrant check this past Friday night, according to the Russell Springs Police Department. Officer Lucas Justice made contact with Brandon K. Knight 38, of Russell Springs. Knight was then […]

RC School Board Met Friday

Russell County Schools Superintendent Michael Ford spoke to WJRS NEWS following a special called meeting of the board of education last Friday afternoon at the Russell County Schools’ ANC…

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Home a Total Loss Near Eli Friday Afternoon

The Eli Fire Department was dispatched to a residence on McClendon Ridge Rd. for a reported structure fire around 3 pm Friday afternoon, according to the fire department. The first arriving engine encountered heavy fire […]

Severe Weather Impacted the Area Friday

A band of strong thunderstorms moved across much of southern and south central Kentucky last night, leaving several trees uprooted and many residents without power. In Russell county, there were reports of trees down mainly […]