Two Injured in U.S. 127 Rollover Near Lake Cumberland State Park

Tuesday, September 8 by WJRS Staff

Two people were injured in a single-vehicle wreck Tuesday afternoon on U.S. 127 near Lake Cumberland State Resort Park. Russell County Deputy Sheriff Heath Tarter told WJRS News the wreck occurred at approximately 2:25, about […]

School Board Honors Two FFA State Champions

Tuesday, August 18 by WJRS Staff

Congratulations to RCHS senior FFA member Piper Garmon and RCHS alumna Kendall Melton! 🎉 Both were recognized as State Champions in Public Speaking during Monday evening’s Russell County Board of Education meeting. Superintendent Michael Ford […]

Renovated Lake Cumberland State Park Will Be Kentucky’s Most Modern Resort Park

Tuesday, July 28 by WJRS Staff

Last week, WJRS NEWS brought you the first part of our special report on the $7.4 million renovation project underway at Lake Cumberland State Resort Park. In today’s second and final report, we continue our […]

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 […]

KENTUCKY STATE POLICE HONORS LOCAL TROOPERS FOR OUTSTANDING SERVICE

Friday, July 24 by WJRS Staff

The Kentucky State Police recognized its top sworn personnel Thursday during the agency’s annual Sworn Awards Ceremony, honoring 84 troopers, detectives and officers who went above and beyond the call of duty during 2025. State […]

Major Upgrades Transforming Lake Cumberland State Resort Park

Thursday, July 23 by WJRS Staff

Lake Cumberland State Resort Park is in the midst of its largest renovation project in recent memory, with $7.4 million in improvements aimed at enhancing the visitor experience and attracting new travelers. The renovation project […]

Woman Accused of Impersonating Kentucky State Trooper in Clinton County

Thursday, July 23 by WJRS Staff

Kentucky State Police have arrested an Albany woman in an alleged case of impersonating a state trooper via text messaging. According to the arrest citation, on Wednesday, Clinton County Sheriff Ricky Marcum contacted Kentucky State […]

BREAKING NEWS Local & State Police in Standoff at Residence off U.S. 127 South in Jamestown

Wednesday, July 15 by WJRS Staff

** UPDATED 9:06 P.M. ** The standoff is over. One man is in custody. No injuries reported. Listen to WJRS NEWS tomorrow morning at 5:30, 6:30 and 7:30 for complete details. **************************************************** 5:32 p.m. Wednesday, […]

State Champions Victory Parade Photos

Monday, July 13 by WJRS Staff

Russell County’s 10U All-Stars are bringing another state championship home.

Sunday, July 12 by WJRS Staff

The Russell County Lakers captured the 2026 Cal Ripken Western Kentucky 10U State Championship with a hard-fought victory over Elizabethtown, capping off an impressive tournament run against one of the toughest fields in the state. […]

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Two Injured in U.S. 127 Rollover Near Lake Cumberland State Park

School Board Honors Two FFA State Champions

Renovated Lake Cumberland State Park Will Be Kentucky’s Most Modern Resort Park

Russell County Airport Relies on State and Federal Partnerships for Growth

KENTUCKY STATE POLICE HONORS LOCAL TROOPERS FOR OUTSTANDING SERVICE

Major Upgrades Transforming Lake Cumberland State Resort Park

Woman Accused of Impersonating Kentucky State Trooper in Clinton County

BREAKING NEWS Local & State Police in Standoff at Residence off U.S. 127 South in Jamestown

State Champions Victory Parade Photos

Russell County’s 10U All-Stars are bringing another state championship home.

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Obituaries

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