Local gas prices on the rise
Local gas prices are seemingly on the rise. Several gas stations locally have been selling at around $3.49 the last couple days, a notable jump from earlier in the week when prices were around $3.19. […]
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Local gas prices mostly on par with surrounding areas
Gas prices here in Russell County are mostly on par with other surrounding counties. The average price of gas in Russell County is $3.29 per gallon, according to AAA’s gas price tracker. That price is […]
KRV is making impact in local community
Continuing our series on Kentucky Recovery Vocational, WJRS News spoke to Executive Director Jeric Devore about the impact KRV is making in the community and the individuals in the program. Devore also spoke about the […]
Wayne County man arrested for impersonating local sheriff
A Wayne County man was arrested after he reportedly messaged a woman on Facebook posing as the Wayne County Sheriff. According to the Wayne County Sheriff’s Office, Ellis Godsey of Monticello was arrested on a […]
KSP releases more details about local child sex abuse investigation
Kentucky State Police Post 15 has released more details about a child sex abuse investigation that resulted in the arrest of a Russell Springs man this week. State Police say an investigation began when a […]
Local Emergency Services, Red Cross partnering to offer free smoke alarms to RC residents
Local emergency services and the American Red Cross are partnering to offer free smoke alarm to Russell County residents. Sign-ups for the smoke alarms will be taking place during the upcoming Storm Spotters Class as […]
Two local residents indicted by Casey County Grand Jury
Two local residents were indicted by a Casey County grand jury recently. Sarah L. Taylor, age 44 of Russell Springs, was indicted on charges of possession of an unspecified drug first degree, possession of marijuana, […]
Local SCC students have opportunity to win free textbooks
With several Russell County and other area students preparing to attend Somerset Community College for the Fall 2024 semester, the college is offering an opportunity for 20 students to win free textbooks. Somerset Community College […]
Anchor of Hope Food Pantry helping many local students, families
The Anchor of Hope Food Pantry on the Russell County Middle School and High School campus has served several families and students since opening this fall. According to the Russell County School District, the pantry […]
Major local road project set to get underway next month
A major local road project affecting Highways 127 and 619 is set to get underway next month according to officials from the District 8 Transportation Cabinet office. Work will take place on U.S. 127 between […]