Robert Paul Bell, age 59, of Russell Springs
Robert Paul Bell, of Russell Springs, passed away on Thursday, April 23, 2026, at his home. He was 59 years of age. Robert was born on August 15, 1966, in Columbia, a son of the […]
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Russell County, majority of Lake Cumberland area remain in severe drought
Russell County and much of the Lake Cumberland area remain in severe drought, according to the latest data from the U.S. Drought Monitor. The Russell County Mesonet station has recorded just over an inch-and-a-half of […]
Russell Springs woman arrested last night
A Russell Springs woman was arrested on multiple charges last night. 18-year-old Mia Alexis Keen was arrested and charged with leaving the scene of an accident, operating a motor vehicle under the influence, and possession […]
Danny H. Hughes, age 78, of Russell Springs
Danny H. Hughes, 78, of Russell Springs passed away at home on April 21, 2026. He was born on June 30, 1947, in Somerset, Kentucky, to the late Leslie Ray Hughes and Lillie Frances Redmond […]
Russell Springs Police responded to 635 calls for service last month
The Russell Springs Police Department responded to 635 calls for service last month. The police department made 27 arrests during the month of March, including 3 alcohol DUI arrests and 3 other alcohol-related arrests. Russell […]
Whitley City man facing rape charge in Russell County
A Whitley City man is facing a rape charge in Russell County. 29-year-old Trevor Taylor is charged with rape – third degree. Taylor was arrested by Kentucky State Police and initially lodged in the Whitley […]
Russell Springs man arrested yesterday afternoon
A Russell Springs man was arrested yesterday afternoon. 39-year-old William Joshua Galbreth was arrested yesterday and charged with menacing and intimidating a participant in the legal process. Galbreth was arrested by Deputy Troy Young and […]
Russell County Tennis teams win at Barren County | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS
The Russell County Tennis Teams won at Barren County yesterday. The boys won 4-1. Ethan Coe and Sebastian Betts-Jimenez picked up singles victories. In doubles, it was Carson Buras/Daniel Blakey and Owen Buras/Ben Brown coming out on top. The girls won 3-2. Laila Hammond... Read More.
Russell Springs woman arrested, charged with human trafficking
A Russell Springs woman was arrested and charged with human trafficking Friday evening. Kentucky State Police arrested 47-year-old Melina Bell and charged her with human trafficking – commercial sexual activity with the victim being under […]
Russell Springs Fire Department assists Columbia Fire Department at Highway 80 structure fire
The Russell Springs Fire Department was called out yesterday to assist the Columbia Fire Department with a structure fire on Highway 80. Russell Springs Fire Chief Bobby Johnson told WJRS News Russell Springs units were […]