Ky. State Police holding virtual costume contest

Tuesday, October 20 by Zac Oakes

Frankfort, KY – For the past 15 years, the Kentucky State Police (KSP) ‘Safe Trick or Treat’ drive-through event has been a holiday tradition in Frankfort. Annually, it draws nearly 1,000 people in a two-hour […]

Green County man arrested for assault and impersonating police officer

Monday, October 12 by Zac Oakes

On Oct. 11, troopers from Kentucky State Police Post 15 located and arrested George Barton, age 47 of Greensburg, KY following an assault investigation that occurred on Sept. 3 at approximately 10:30 p.m., six miles […]

Update on Russell Springs Police Chief hiring

Friday, October 9 by Zac Oakes

The job posting for Russell Springs Police Chief will remain open until Nov. 16, and so far, the city has received eight applications for the position, including one applicant that is currently employed with the […]

Mayor Thomas hopes to be able to showcase new police station by end of month

Friday, October 9 by Zac Oakes

While it still remains a fluid situation and things could change, construction on the new Russell Springs Police Department/Alcoholic Beverage Control office is moving along well, and Russell Springs Mayor Eddie Thomas said he hopes […]

Hiring process for Russell Springs Police Chief has begun

Monday, October 5 by Zac Oakes

The City of Russell Springs has begun the process of hiring a new police chief. The city posted the position on Friday, and applications will be accepted until 4 p.m. on Nov. 16. Below are […]

Comer Signs “Police Pledge”; Joined by Rogers and Others

Wednesday, September 9 by WJRS Staff

Congressman James Comer has signed a pledge to oppose any legislation to ‘Defund the Police,’ at a time of rioting in American cities and growing threats to public safety. Comer signed Heritage Action’s Police Pledge, […]

Former Russell County Police Officer Named Assistant Chief in Monticello

Friday, September 4 by WJRS Staff

A Russell County resident has been named Assistant Police Chief for the City of Monticello. According to reports, Officer Joey Hoover of Jamestown was appointed earlier this week to the position by Monticello Mayor Tracie […]

New cruiser for Jamestown Police, water project discussed at city council meeting

Friday, August 21 by Zac Oakes

The City of Jamestown is moving forward with a grant process to purchase a new cruiser for the Jamestown Police Department. The new cruiser will be a Ford F150 truck, which was recommended by Jamestown […]

Russell Springs Police investigating boat theft

Thursday, August 20 by Zac Oakes

The Russell Springs Police Department is seeking the public’s help in an investigation regarding the theft of a boat. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Russell Springs Police Department at 270-866-3636. Photos of […]

State Police Seeking Dispatchers

Friday, August 14 by WJRS Staff

Frankfort, KY – Kentucky State Police (KSP) is seeking to fill 30 full-time and part-time Telecommunicator positions at 14 various post locations across the Commonwealth. KSP Spokesperson Sergeant Josh Lawson says the agency is experiencing an […]

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Ky. State Police holding virtual costume contest

Green County man arrested for assault and impersonating police officer

Update on Russell Springs Police Chief hiring

Mayor Thomas hopes to be able to showcase new police station by end of month

Hiring process for Russell Springs Police Chief has begun

Comer Signs “Police Pledge”; Joined by Rogers and Others

Former Russell County Police Officer Named Assistant Chief in Monticello

New cruiser for Jamestown Police, water project discussed at city council meeting

Russell Springs Police investigating boat theft

State Police Seeking Dispatchers

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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