Search Warrant Leads to Two Drug Trafficking Arrests in Russell Springs

Monday, July 27 by WJRS Staff

Two people were arrested on drug trafficking charges following the execution of a search warrant Sunday night. Sheriff Derek Polston says the Russell County Sheriff’s Department, assisted by officers with the Jamestown and Russell Springs […]

Brenda Sue Stephens, 56, of Russell Springs

Monday, July 27 by WJRS Staff

Brenda Sue Stephens, age 56, of Russell Springs, passed away Sunday, July 26, 2026 at Jean Waddell Hospice of Lake Cumberland. She was a Certified Nurse Assistant and attended Parksridge Church of God. She was […]

Russell County Hospital Offering Community Health Screenings This Week

Sunday, July 26 by WJRS Staff

Russell County Hospital’s annual Community Health Screening program is underway this week, offering low-cost blood tests and health screenings for area residents. The screenings are being held each morning through Saturday, August 1, from 7:00 […]

Five Arrested on Drug, Warrant and Traffic Charges in Russell County

Sunday, July 26 by WJRS Staff

Several people were arrested over the weekend in Russell County on charges ranging from outstanding warrants and drug possession to traffic-related offenses. Nineteen-year-old Gage Smith of Cynthiana was arrested Friday night by Russell County Sheriff’s […]

Russell County Airport Relies on State and Federal Partnerships for Growth

Sunday, July 26 by WJRS Staff

The Russell County Airport Board says it has a long-term vision focused on continued growth while making sure the airport remains a valuable resource for the entire community. In the third and final installment of […]

Lisa Brewster Mitchell, 63, formerly of Russell Springs

Friday, July 24 by WJRS Staff

Lisa Gaye Brewster Mitchell, of Louisville, formerly of Russell Springs, passed away on July 22, 2026, at University of Louisville Hospital. She was 63 years of age. Born on June 23, 1963, in Somerset, she […]

Russell County Middle School SBDM Council to Meet Friday on Principal Search

Thursday, July 23 by WJRS Staff

The Russell County Middle School Site-Based Decision-Making Council will hold a special called meeting Friday morning as the search for the school’s next principal continues. The meeting is scheduled for 8:00 a.m. central time in […]

More Than 30 First Responders Participate in Russell County School Safety Training

Wednesday, July 22 by WJRS Staff

More than 30 first responders from approximately a dozen agencies and organizations took part in a four-hour school safety training session Wednesday as the Russell County School District continues preparations for the upcoming school year. […]

James Garnet Bottom, 94, of Russell Springs

Wednesday, July 22 by WJRS Staff

James Garnet Bottom, age 94, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, July 22, 2026, at his home in Russell Springs, surrounded by his family. Born in Russell Springs, Kentucky, he was the beloved son of the […]

Russell County Board of Education Reviews Finances, Approves School Business

Wednesday, July 22 by WJRS Staff

The Russell County Board of Education took care of several items during its regular meeting Monday evening, July 20th, including financial updates, personnel, student activities and facilities. Superintendent Michael Ford told board members the school […]

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Search Warrant Leads to Two Drug Trafficking Arrests in Russell Springs

Brenda Sue Stephens, 56, of Russell Springs

Russell County Hospital Offering Community Health Screenings This Week

Five Arrested on Drug, Warrant and Traffic Charges in Russell County

Russell County Airport Relies on State and Federal Partnerships for Growth

Lisa Brewster Mitchell, 63, formerly of Russell Springs

Russell County Middle School SBDM Council to Meet Friday on Principal Search

More Than 30 First Responders Participate in Russell County School Safety Training

James Garnet Bottom, 94, of Russell Springs

Russell County Board of Education Reviews Finances, Approves School Business

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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