The Campbellsville Police Department is introducing its newest officer on four legs. K-9 Cowboy and his handler, Officer Chris Milby, returned home last week...

      JOY Ministries and Lindsey Wilson University are hosting a joint donation drive on Nov. 3, 2026, to assist area residents facing basic need insecurity. Location: JOY M...

A police pursuit in Somerset ended in multiple crashes Wednesday night, sending several people to the hospital. The Somerset Fire Department reported that collisions occurred at two intersections, ...

  There is a boil water advisory for Comanche Way from Thrasher Court to Shawnee Avenue, Kingfisher Lane, Bluebird Drive (from Thrasher Court to 319 Bluebird Drive), Lake Trail, Landing C...

FRANKFORT, Ky. (Oct. 21, 2026) – Today, Gov. Andy Beshear provided updates on economic development, college campus safety, voter information, the Team Kentucky Food Drive, medical cannabi...

Law enforcement officials are asking for the public’s help to locate a woman wanted in connection with a recent assault investigation.   The Adair County Sheriff’s Office an...

  On Thursday, October 15, 2026 at approximately 12:28pmCT, officers with the Columbia Police Department were dispatched to assist Kentucky Probation and Parole at a local residence. &...

  Story from Russell County Online   JAMESTOWN, KY — Following weeks of local rumors, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) has confirmed plans to implement a $5 daily...

  On Saturday, October 10, 2026 the Adair County Sheriff's Office responded to Liberty Road (Hwy 206) to a 1-vehicle injury accident.   Mariah Grant, 20, of Columbia, KY wa...

  Superintendent Michael Ford has details on Monday's meeting...   Play Audio    

  GREENSBURG, KY (October 19, 2026) – Troopers with Kentucky State Police (KSP) Post 15 have arrested a Green County man in an ongoing child sexual abuse material investigation in G...

  The Columbia–Adair County Fire Department was dispatched at 1:41 PM Sunday afternoon to 2997 Glensfork Road on a report of a structure fire. Upon arrival, firefighters encountered h...

  Columbia Mayor Pamela Hoots shares details of the special called meeting... Play Audio    

  The following Press Release is from the Jamestown Police Department...    

  LOUISVILLE, KY – The U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration, in collaboration with more than 4,300 law enforcement partners, will host the 31st National Prescription Drug Take Back ...

  Local industrial workers got some hands-on experience in emergency preparedness this week thanks to a visit from local first responders. On Friday, October 16, the Russell Springs Volun...

 The Adair County high school marching band delivered an exceptional performance on the competitive stage, capturing the Class 3A championship title and earning a stellar third-place finish overa...

Kentucky State Police Post 15 is investigating several vehicle break-ins that occurred during the overnight hours on Friday night in the area of the Public Square in downtown Columbia.  &nbs...

Drivers who regularly travel along KY 55 through Adair County will soon have a voice in shaping future roadway improvements. The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) has launched a comprehens...

  By: Duane Bonifer   COLUMBIA, KY (10/16/2026) Two classes of Lindsey Wilson University students learned about drug enforcement on Thursday, Oct. 15, from one of the Columbia Polic...

  Arby’s new location in Columbia, KY is proceeding with renovation and development plans.   The company has started a Facebook Page, which is specific to the C...

  There will be a Special Called Meeting of the Columbia City Council on Monday, October 19, 2026 at 12:30 P.M. at City Hall.   AGENDA ROLL CALL   1ST ITEM: &n...

  There is a boil water advisory in Russell Springs for Patty Ridge Road starting at Highway 80 to 1328 Patty Ridge Rd. Until further notice, boil all water used for drinking and cooking purpo...

  The Russell County School Board will meet on Monday, October 19, 2026 at 5:00pmCT at the Russell County Schools Auditorium/Natatorium Complex (Room 114) for a Regular Monthly Meeting. &nb...

  FRANKFORT, Ky. (Oct. 16, 2026) – Today, Gov. Andy Beshear announced that medical cannabis is now available across all 11 of Kentucky’s dispensary licensing regions following the ...

  Jamestown Mayor Regena Hinton shares with Wave News details on the sale of the old Hardee's building... Play Audio     Also city leaders appro...

  During Thursday nights Russell Springs City Council meeting, Jeremy Coffey, Economic Development Director, suggested the City leaders approve a contract for the building of a new h...

  Adair County School Superintendent Jason Faulkner spoke with Wave News about Thursday night's school board meeting... Play Audio    

  The Columbia - Adair County Economic Development Authority Board of Directors will meet on Wednesday, October 21, 2026 at 8:00amCT at 201 Burkesville Street, Columbia, KY.   AGEND...

  FRANKFORT, Ky. (Oct. 15, 2026) – Today, Gov. Andy Beshear provided updates on economic development, action to fight hunger, medical debt relief, housing in Western and Eastern Kentucky...