36 arrests made in Post 15 area as part of Operation Summer Heat

Friday, July 12 by Zac Oakes

Yesterday on local news, we reported the arrest of a dozen individuals in Russell County as part of an investigation into drug trafficking. Several other law enforcement crackdowns on drug trafficking occurred across the state […]

Current 127 project part of ongoing plans for highway

Wednesday, April 17 by Zac Oakes

As work continues on Highway 127 as part of a months-long project to add turning lanes and changing stoplights, Amber Hale, spokesperson for the District 8 Transportation Cabinet, said other areas of 127 are being […]

New turning lanes featured as part of local road improvements

Friday, December 15 by Zac Oakes

The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet has awarded a contract for about $2.9 million that will bring improvements to several roadways and intersections in Russell County. The improvements will mostly focus on Highways 127 and 619. According […]

Several closings around the county as part of Thanksgiving

Friday, November 24 by Zac Oakes

There are several closings across the county today. This includes the city halls in Jamestown and Russell Springs, the Russell County Circuit Clerk’s office and the Russell County Courthouse, which will all be closed today. […]

Eli Cox Wants to Be Part of “Nasty, Physical” Offensive Line for UK This Season | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Sunday, July 30 by WJRS Staff

By LARRY VAUGHT Senior offensive lineman Eli Cox doesn’t mince words about what Kentucky has to do better this season to make sure it does not have a repeat of last year’s 7-6 record. “It has to be a conscious choice to be a... Read More.

Tourist commission to bring back ‘Russell County’ as part of branding

Friday, February 17 by Derek Aaron

It’s been a busy week for the Lake Cumberland Tourist Commission as they’ve accepted much-needed ARPA funds and met with state officials, but as Danielle Wilson, the commission’s executive director, told WJRS NEWS, it is […]

Part II of 30-day legislative session begins Tuesday

Friday, February 3 by Derek Aaron

Part two of Kentucky’s “short” 30-day session is set to convene this coming Tuesday, February 7th. Lawmakers have until February 21 to introduce new bills in the Senate and until February 22 to introduce new […]

SPS donates $100,000 to LCRCWC as part of Work Ready Skills Initiative grant

Monday, September 26 by Derek Aaron

Back during the early stages of planning for the Lake Cumberland Regional College and Workforce Center when the Russell County School District was writing the grant for the possibility of a new facility, several local […]

Couple of Russell County sites part of new statewide archaeological database

Tuesday, September 20 by Derek Aaron

A new website showcasing more than 100 prehistoric and historic archaeological sites around the state has been launched by the Kentucky Heritage Council and State Historic Preservation Office in partnership with the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet. […]

UK Super Freshman Chris Livingston Part of Lebron James Upcoming Movie | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Thursday, September 1 by WJRS Staff

By LARRY VAUGHT Kentucky freshman basketball player Chris Livingston hopes to be a star on the court this season for the Wildcats but he will also be part of a star movie production. A film based on the book, Shooting Stars, about NBA superstar... Read More.

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36 arrests made in Post 15 area as part of Operation Summer Heat

Current 127 project part of ongoing plans for highway

New turning lanes featured as part of local road improvements

Several closings around the county as part of Thanksgiving

Eli Cox Wants to Be Part of “Nasty, Physical” Offensive Line for UK This Season | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Tourist commission to bring back ‘Russell County’ as part of branding

Part II of 30-day legislative session begins Tuesday

SPS donates $100,000 to LCRCWC as part of Work Ready Skills Initiative grant

Couple of Russell County sites part of new statewide archaeological database

UK Super Freshman Chris Livingston Part of Lebron James Upcoming Movie | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

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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