Russell County Schools to remain virtual this week

Monday, November 9 by Zac Oakes

Russell County Schools will remain virtual this week, and the situation will be reviewed at the end of the week, per Superintendent Michael Ford. At the time of the decision, Russell County was in the orange […]

U.S. 127 near Wolf Creek Dam to be closed a portion of next week

Thursday, October 29 by Zac Oakes

Due to the renovation of Wolf Creek Dam by the United States Corps of Engineers and BCI Construction USA, INC, U.S. 127 will be completely closed from 10:00 AM until 11:00 AM on Nov. 4 […]

Adair County Schools going virtual the rest of the week

Wednesday, October 14 by Zac Oakes

Adair County Schools will be utilizing virtual instruction for all students the remainder of the week, according to a Facebook post from the district. Adair County remains in the red based on the current incidence […]

Last Week of “Virtual Only” Instruction for Russell County Schools

Monday, September 28 by WJRS Staff

Today marks the start of the final week of school in Russell County before fall break, and it will also be the last week of “virtual only” instruction. Russell County schools will observe fall break […]

This week is Kentucky Work Zone Awareness Week

Tuesday, September 15 by Zac Oakes

As highway construction continues into the fall across the Commonwealth, motorists can expect to see orange cones and flashing lights in work zones. The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) is driving attention to Kentucky’s Work Zone […]

Repairs to Begin Next Week on Highway 127 near Wolf Creek Dam

Wednesday, July 29 by WJRS Staff

Slide Repairs to Begin Next Week on U.S. 127 in Russell County Project area is near Wolf Creek Dam overlook SOMERSET, Ky. (July 28, 2020) – The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) advises motorists that beginning […]

Military Banners Deadline Next Week

Wednesday, July 15 by Sean Hammond

The Russell County Honor Guard is taking final names for persons wanting Veteran Banners hung across the county. Here’s Honor Guard Commander Frank Irvin…

In-Person Unemployment Assistance to be Offered in Somerset Next Week

Wednesday, July 1 by Sean Hammond

Governor Beshear last Wednesday announced persons needing assistance with unemployment claims in person will have the chance to do so. Locally, folks needing assistance in person will be able to go to Somerset on Tuesday, […]

RC Courthouse to Reopen Next Week

Tuesday, June 30 by Sean Hammond

The Russell County Courthouse is set to open back up to the public next week. County Judge-Executive Gary Robertson told WJRS NEWS plans are being made to open the doors to the public on Wednesday, […]

Primary Election Less than a Week Away

Thursday, June 18 by Sean Hammond

Locally, voters will select the next State Representative for the 83rd legislative district, comprised of Russell, Clinton, Cumberland and a portion of Pulaski county. The two candidates, Josh Branscum and Mark Polston, will be guests on […]

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Russell County Schools to remain virtual this week

U.S. 127 near Wolf Creek Dam to be closed a portion of next week

Adair County Schools going virtual the rest of the week

Last Week of “Virtual Only” Instruction for Russell County Schools

This week is Kentucky Work Zone Awareness Week

Repairs to Begin Next Week on Highway 127 near Wolf Creek Dam

Military Banners Deadline Next Week

In-Person Unemployment Assistance to be Offered in Somerset Next Week

RC Courthouse to Reopen Next Week

Primary Election Less than a Week Away

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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