KSP takes to the skies in national cruiser contest

Tuesday, July 1 by Zac Oakes

Frankfort, KY – On June 30, 2025, Gov. Andy Beshear and the Kentucky State Police (KSP) encourage Kentuckians to help them win a competition that showcases state law enforcement agencies across the country as a […]

Smoke and haze from nearby fires fill local skies

Thursday, November 10 by Derek Aaron

Smoke from nearby wildfires enveloped skies over Russell County and surrounding areas earlier this week, according to officials. A wildfire burning in a remote area of Rockcastle County led to the hazy conditions. Mount Vernon […]

Famous Goodyear Blimp made its way across local skies Tuesday

Wednesday, September 7 by Derek Aaron

Numerous photos, videos, and sighting reports of the famed Goodyear Blimp lit up social media on Tuesday as the recognizable airship made its way through the skies above Russell and surrounding counties. WJRS NEWS reached […]

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KSP takes to the skies in national cruiser contest

Smoke and haze from nearby fires fill local skies

Famous Goodyear Blimp made its way across local skies Tuesday

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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