2022 Russell County Fair dates set
The Russell County Jaycees have announced the dates for the 2022 Russell County Jaycees Fair. The fair will begin Friday, June 3 and wrap up on Saturday, June 11. The full schedule of events hasn’t […]
Month: February 2022
Lakers, Lady Lakers host Adair in final home doubleheader of season | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS
The Russell County Lakers and Lady Lakers will host Adair County in the final home doubleheader of the season. The Lady Lakers will start the action at 5:30 p.m. with the boys game to follow. The Lady Lakers and Lady Indians have met twice... Read More.
Columbia man faces federal indictment
A federal grand jury has charged a Columbia man with violating the federal Clean Water Act. Joshua Franklin was charged in relation to an incident that occurred in 2018. The indictment claims he was working […]
Russell County man arrested on drug, assault charges
A Russell County man was arrested on drug possession and assault charges Wednesday evening. According to jail records, Paul E. Mills, age 54, was arrested and charged with assault fourth degree and possession of methamphetamine. […]
Marson leaving Russell County Tourism
Russell County Tourism Director Janette Marson is stepping away from her position. Marson has been Russell County Tourism Director since 2013, but after 9 years, Marson said she feels now is a time for change. […]
UK Coach Calipari, Sen. Wise testify about NIL bill in Frankfort
State Sen. Max Wise of Taylor County and UK basketball coach John Calipari sat side by side in Frankfort on Wednesday. Keith West explains why in this report for WJRS NEWS…
Critical need for volunteers to review cases of children in foster care
Citizen Foster Care Review Boards in all 120 Kentucky counties are in critical need of volunteers to review the cases of local children in foster care. Officials say volunteers have the opportunity to make a […]
Russell Springs City Council to meet tonight
The Russell Springs City Council will hold its regular monthly meeting tonight. The meeting will be at 6 p.m. at City Hall on Main Street in Russell Springs. The council is expected to hear from […]
RCHS to host scheduling meeting for students and parents tonight
A reminder that an important meeting for Russell County High School students and parents takes place this evening. The high school will hold a scheduling meeting on tonight at 6 p.m. at the Russell County […]
Ford introduced as new Laker Football Coach | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS
New Russell County Laker Football Coach Lucas Ford was introduced during a meet and greet ceremony at the Russell County ANC Wednesday evening. Ford spoke to a group of players, parents, former coaches, and community members about taking the job and the culture he... Read More.