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Beshear files for re-election to Governor’s Office

Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear has filed for reelection, seeking a second term in the Governor’s mansion. Beshear took over as governor of the commonwealth in December 2019. So far, he faces little opposition in the […]

Sen. Max Wise Seeking Re-Election

State Senator Max Wise filed the necessary paperwork with the Secretary of State’s Office on Tuesday to seek re-election to the 16th Senate District, which includes Russell County. Wise, a Republican from Campbellsville, is seeking […]

Family Court Judge Seeks Re-Election

Jennifer Upchurch Edwards is seeking re-election as the Circuit Family Court Judge in the 57th circuit. She was first elected to the position in 2007. The 57th Circuit covers Russell and Wayne counties. So far, […]

Latham files to run for re-election as district judge

Incumbent 40th District Judge Scarlett B. Latham, of Albany, has filed for re-election to the position. The other district judge in the 40th District, Mike Lawson, also of Albany, is expected to file for re-election […]

Sheriff Polston announces intent to seek re-election

Russell County Sheriff Derek Polston says he will be seeking another term in office. Polston, midway through his first four-year term as Russell County Sheriff, announced on Facebook that he plans to seek re-election to […]

Two School Board Members File for Re-Election

WJRS News spoke to Ruth Hill on Thursday at the Russell County Clerk’s Office about the upcoming Primary and General Election. While there are no city or county races in this year’s Primary, two candidates […]

Rep. Hoover to not Seek Re-Election in 2020

State Representative Jeff Hoover has announced that after several months of thought, prayer and discussion with family, he has decided not to seek re-election in 2020. Here’s WJRS News Director Derek Aaron with more… Hoover’s […]