State transportation cabinet gives update on roadways

Wednesday, January 28 by Zac Oakes

The District 8 transportation cabinet provided an update on roadway conditions in the area. The cabinet said most Priority A and B routes — including interstates, parkways, and major highways—are mostly clear, though some slush […]

Money says RC Search and Rescue ready if winter weather hits; advises people to stay off roadways if roads are slick

Thursday, January 22 by Zac Oakes

Russell County Search and Rescue Chief Chris Money said he and his team are ready to assist if winter weather hits Russell County as predicted this weekend. Russell County Search and Rescue is a key […]

Fiscal court approves side-by-sides on county roadways

Tuesday, September 9 by Zac Oakes

The Russell County Fiscal Court approved an ordinance yesterday that will allow special purpose vehicles, particularly side-by-sides, to be operated on county roadways, as long as they meet certain requirements. The fiscal court approved the […]

Fiscal court takes step toward legalizing side-by-side vehicles on county roadways

Monday, July 14 by Zac Oakes

The Russell County Fiscal Court met this morning, and magistrates discussed the new state law permitting side-by-sides and certain other ATVs to be street-legal. The fiscal court passed a motion to allow County Attorney Kevin […]

Polston encouraging caution on the roadways, deputies available to assist those in need

Friday, January 10 by Zac Oakes

The snow has caused hazardous driving conditions across the county today. Russell County Sheriff Derek Polston provided an update on road conditions throughout the county and said the sheriff’s office has already been busy. Polston […]

First day of school brings buses back to local roadways

Wednesday, August 17 by Derek Aaron

With today being the first day of school for students in Russell County, District Transportation Director Eric Wolford told WJRS NEWS that means the return of school buses on rural county roads and advised motorists […]

Sheriff Polston encouraging people to stay off roadways

Tuesday, February 16 by Zac Oakes

Russell County Sheriff Derek Polston said he’s thankful the winter storm hasn’t been as bad as it could’ve been but said that roadways remain slick and dangerous, and is encouraging people to stay home if […]

KYTC District 8 Preparing for Icy Roadways

Wednesday, February 10 by Sean Hammond

Amber Hale with the KYTC District 8 in Somerset was on the morning show to talk about the department’s plans in the event that ice does get onto the roadways…

AAA Offering Tips to Keep Roadways Safer for Halloween

Wednesday, October 30 by Sean Hammond

Trick-or-treat together. AAA recommends that parents accompany young trick-or-treaters at least until the age of 12. Choose costumes wisely. Make sure your child is visible by selection a light colored costume, or by adding reflective […]

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State transportation cabinet gives update on roadways

Money says RC Search and Rescue ready if winter weather hits; advises people to stay off roadways if roads are slick

Fiscal court approves side-by-sides on county roadways

Fiscal court takes step toward legalizing side-by-side vehicles on county roadways

Polston encouraging caution on the roadways, deputies available to assist those in need

First day of school brings buses back to local roadways

Sheriff Polston encouraging people to stay off roadways

KYTC District 8 Preparing for Icy Roadways

AAA Offering Tips to Keep Roadways Safer for Halloween

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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