KSP Trooper, Russell County Native Hayden Phillips Gunned Down on I-65 in Warren County; Manhunt for Shooter Ongoing

Monday, September 28 by WJRS Staff

5:48 P.M. — PERPETRATOR IS IN CUSTODY IN LOUISVILLE Russell Countians, Kentuckians, and law enforcement officers across the state are mourning the death of Trooper Hayden Phillips, a Russell County native who was shot and […]

Airport Chairman Highlights Increased Activity, Ongoing Improvements

Wednesday, July 15 by WJRS Staff

Russell County Airport continues to see increased activity as more visitors and aircraft make use of the facility, according to Airport Board Chairman John Stivers. In the second part of this WJRS NEWS special report, […]

Casey County Fair cancelled amid ongoing water issues

Monday, June 22 by WJRS Staff

The entire 2026 Casey County Fair has been canceled due to ongoing water shortages. The Casey County Fair Board on Friday announced the fair, scheduled for July 17th through the 25th, will not take place […]

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 […]

RCHS AD excited about ongoing work at First National Bank Athletic Complex

Friday, August 1 by Zac Oakes

Work continues at the First National Bank Athletic Complex with the construction of a new football field house, along with a visitor locker room and new concession stand. Russell County High School Athletics Director Michael […]

Construction on library project ongoing

Friday, July 25 by Zac Oakes

Construction on The Green at the Russell County Public Library is ongoing, with notable progress being made within the last week. Those visiting the library while this construction is ongoing are reminded that the library’s […]

Search ongoing for missing Casey County teen

Wednesday, March 12 by Zac Oakes

The search is ongoing for a teenager reported missing in Casey County. The Casey County Sheriff’s Office said 16-year-old Harmony Smith was last seen on Possum Trot Road near Highway 551 in Casey County. Smith […]

Work ongoing to correct stoplight issue at 619/127

Friday, December 13 by Zac Oakes

Work is ongoing to correct an issue with the stoplight at the intersection of Highway 127 and 619 near Arby’s. District 8 Transportation Cabinet spokesperson Amber Hale was on Community Conversations this week and discussed […]

Work on 127 between Russell, Clinton counties ongoing

Thursday, December 12 by Zac Oakes

The South 127 project including Russell and Clinton counties is ongoing. Despite a few hiccups involving the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, District 8 Transportation Cabinet spokesperson Amber Hale said the project is moving forward […]

Stolen firearm found by farmer part of ongoing investigation

Thursday, September 12 by Zac Oakes

A farmer working in a corn field Wednesday morning reportedly found a stolen firearm, which is part of an investigation being conducted by the Russell County Sheriff’s Office. According to the Sheriff’s Office, the stolen […]

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KSP Trooper, Russell County Native Hayden Phillips Gunned Down on I-65 in Warren County; Manhunt for Shooter Ongoing

Airport Chairman Highlights Increased Activity, Ongoing Improvements

Casey County Fair cancelled amid ongoing water issues

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

RCHS AD excited about ongoing work at First National Bank Athletic Complex

Construction on library project ongoing

Search ongoing for missing Casey County teen

Work ongoing to correct stoplight issue at 619/127

Work on 127 between Russell, Clinton counties ongoing

Stolen firearm found by farmer part of ongoing investigation

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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