Pavement Project to Begin Monday on KY 90 in Wayne County

Saturday, July 18 by WJRS Staff

Wayne County motorists should expect delays beginning next week as a road improvement project gets underway on KY 90. The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet says pavement rehabilitation work is scheduled to begin Monday, July 20, on […]

Russell, Wayne County men among those to receive posthumous pardons from Governor for helping slaves escape

Friday, June 19 by Zac Oakes

Two men from Russell and Wayne counties are among over 40 individuals to receive a posthumous pardon from Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear. These individuals were charged with harboring, aiding, or enticing Black slaves to escape […]

Over 20 people taken to hospital following reported gas leak at Wayne County Senior Center

Friday, June 19 by Zac Oakes

Over 20 people were taken to the hospital following a reported gas leak at the Wayne County Senior Citizens Center yesterday. Wayne County officials say it happened just before noon local time yesterday. Monticello-Wayne County […]

Bobby Wayne Wooten, age 53, of Jamestown

Sunday, May 17 by Sean Hammond

Bobby Wayne Wooten, of Jamestown, passed away Friday, May 15, 2026, at University of Kentucky Medical Center in Lexington, from injuries sustained in an accident. He was 53 years of age. Born July 3, 1972, […]

Lady Laker Softball wins big at Wayne County | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Wednesday, May 13 by Zac Oakes

The Russell County Lady Laker Softball team won big at Wayne County last night by a score of 18-5. It was a big night for several Lady Lakers, as the team recorded 21 total hits. Madelyn Roy finished with 3 hits and a team-high... Read More.

Wayne County personal care home under state investigation

Monday, May 11 by Zac Oakes

A personal care home for adults in neighboring Wayne County is under investigation. The allegations against Dishman Personal Care Home include alleged resident abuse, permitting inappropriate behavior among residents, and unacceptable living conditions. A complaint […]

Russell Springs man arrested in Wayne County after allegedly fleeing from police

Tuesday, May 5 by Zac Oakes

A Russell Springs man was arrested in Wayne County over the weekend. The Wayne County Sheriff’s Office said deputies observed a vehicle operated by 25-year-old Cody Valentine of Russell Springs repeatedly swerving and crossing the […]

RCMS Baseball and Softball win big over Wayne County | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Friday, April 24 by Zac Oakes

The Russell County Middle School Baseball and Softball teams picked up big wins over Wayne County yesterday. The Lakers defeated the Cardinals 18-1. Brantley Turner led the Lakers with 2 hits and 3 runs batted in. The Lady Lakers defeated the Lady Cardinals 18-3.... Read More.

Wayne County pharmacist Joe Silvers receives LCDHD Public Health Award

Tuesday, April 14 by Zac Oakes

Joe Silvers, a well-known pharmacist in Wayne County, has been named the recipient of the 2026 Dr. Hossein Fallahzadeh Public Health Hero Award by the Lake Cumberland District Health Department. The award is given annually […]

Wayne County student charged after threatening note found at high school

Thursday, April 2 by Zac Oakes

A Wayne County student is facing charges after allegedly leaving a threatening note inside a restroom at Wayne County High School. The Wayne County Sheriff’s Office said a 15-year-old student allegedly left a note that […]

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Pavement Project to Begin Monday on KY 90 in Wayne County

Russell, Wayne County men among those to receive posthumous pardons from Governor for helping slaves escape

Over 20 people taken to hospital following reported gas leak at Wayne County Senior Center

Bobby Wayne Wooten, age 53, of Jamestown

Lady Laker Softball wins big at Wayne County | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Wayne County personal care home under state investigation

Russell Springs man arrested in Wayne County after allegedly fleeing from police

RCMS Baseball and Softball win big over Wayne County | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Wayne County pharmacist Joe Silvers receives LCDHD Public Health Award

Wayne County student charged after threatening note found at high school

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