David C. Blakey, age 77, of Russell Springs
David C. Blakey, of Russell Springs, passed away on Saturday, February 21, 2026, at Russell County Hospital. He was 77 years, 6 months, and 27 days of age. David was born in the Hayes Chapel […]
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Russell Springs Pool Passes now available at City Hall
The summer season is drawing near, and the Russell Springs City Pool is scheduled to open in about 3 months. As summer gets closer, Russell Springs Mayor Eddie Thomas said the city has already had […]
Russell Springs man arrested after causing collision that sent 5 to hospital
A Russell Springs man was arrested after allegedly causing a collision that sent five people to the hospital tonight. The Russell County Sheriff’s Office said the collision happened sometime around 7:50 p.m. near the intersection […]
Brylie Northcutt, age 15, of Russell Springs
Brylie Northcutt, of Russell Springs, passed from this life on Monday, February 16, 2026, at Russell County Hospital. She was 15 years, 2 months, and 15 days of age. Brylie was born on December 01, […]
Russell County Schools to dismiss early Friday for funeral of RCHS student
Russell County Schools will dismiss early on Friday to allow students and employees the opportunity to attend the funeral service for Russell County High School student Brylie Northcutt. Superintendent Michael Ford announced schools will dismiss […]
Mildred Lawson, age 87, of Russell Springs
Mildred Lawson, age 87, of Russell Springs, KY passed away Monday, February 16 2026 at Her residence. She was born on Thursday, February 02 1939, in Russell County, Ky. She was the daughter of: Mother […]
Russell Springs taking orders for veteran banners
Russell Springs City Hall is taking orders for veteran banners to be displayed on Main Street. Mayor Eddie Thomas gave WJRS News more details about the veteran banners. Anyone interested in ordering or renewing a […]
Russell Springs man arrested on drug possession charge
A Russell Springs man was arrested on a drug possession charge last night. The Russell County Sheriff’s Office arrested 41-year-old Dwayne M. Padgett last night and charged him with possession of methamphetamine, along with multiple […]
Russell Springs Council approves donation of land to ARC Pregnancy Center
The Russell Springs City Council approved the donation of another piece of land to the ARC Pregnancy Center at last week’s council meeting. Mayor Eddie Thomas said the local non-profit is looking to add on […]
Russell County Schools, community mourn death of RCHS student
Russell County Schools and the community as a whole are mourning the death of a Russell County High School student yesterday. Russell County Schools announced yesterday that 15-year-old Brylie Northcutt, a freshman at Russell County […]