Karl Anthony Towns Helps Lexington High School | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Monday, February 28 by WJRS Staff

By LARRY VAUGHT Remember how Kentucky coach John Calipari is always talking about servant leadership and how important he believes that is to instill in his basketball players at UK. The players annually are involved in various service projects because of Calipari and often... Read More.

Two arrested on meth, other charges

Monday, February 28 by Derek Aaron

Two Russell County residents were arrested on Sunday afternoon on methamphetamine and other charges, according to jail records. Justin Emerson, 31, of Russell Springs, was arrested by Deputy Sheriff Corey Meyer on charges of possession […]

Legislators discuss postmortem genetic testing for those under 40

Saturday, February 26 by Derek Aaron

Proposed legislation is being discussed in Frankfort to conduct postmortem genetic testing for persons under 40 whose cause of death cannot be determined. Keith West files this report for WJRS NEWS…

Pulaski man arrested on child sexual exploitation crimes

Friday, February 25 by Zac Oakes

SOMERSET, Ky. (February 25, 2022) — The Kentucky State Police (KSP) Electronic Crime Branch located and arrested Kyle Matthew Freeman, 28, of Pulaski County on charges related to a child sexual abuse material investigation. Freeman was […]

Sheriff’s office arrests two last night

Friday, February 25 by Zac Oakes

The Russell County Sheriff’s Office arrested two Russell Springs residents last night. Gaven M. Bernard, age 18, was arrested by Deputy Phipps and charged with wanton endangerment second degree and terroristic threatening third degree. Katlyn […]

Working Kentuckians may get rebate on 2020 taxes

Friday, February 25 by Derek Aaron

Proposed legislation in Frankfort would give some Kentuckians a rebate on taxes paid back in 2020. Keith West files this report for WJRS NEWS… There is also proposed legislation in the state’s capital to make […]

Bill seeking to address law enforcement staffing concerns advances

Friday, February 25 by Derek Aaron

A house bill hopes to address some of the staffing issues facing local law enforcement agencies across Kentucky. HB 414 would remove the age ceiling for applicants as, under the current statute, applicants must be […]

KY AG: Many see utility bill increases during winter months

Friday, February 25 by Derek Aaron

The Kentucky Attorney General’s Office has received numerous complaints this winter related to the rising costs of electric and natural gas. Attorney General Daniel Cameron said many of the reported increases are related to the […]

New UK Offensive Line Coach Comes from 49ers | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Friday, February 25 by WJRS Staff

By LARRY VAUGHT Former Kentucky offensive coordinator Tony Franklin believes that Kentucky players are going to love new offensive line coach Zach Yenser. “He is a really good human being that is a good dude. He is a really loyal friend and he is... Read More.

Russell County’s COVID incidence rate dropping

Friday, February 25 by Zac Oakes

Russell County’s COVID incidence rate continues to drop, as Russell County now is at 36th in number of cases per 100,000 population and 7th among the 10 counties in the Lake Cumberland District. 17 new […]

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Karl Anthony Towns Helps Lexington High School | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Two arrested on meth, other charges

Legislators discuss postmortem genetic testing for those under 40

Pulaski man arrested on child sexual exploitation crimes

Sheriff’s office arrests two last night

Working Kentuckians may get rebate on 2020 taxes

Bill seeking to address law enforcement staffing concerns advances

KY AG: Many see utility bill increases during winter months

New UK Offensive Line Coach Comes from 49ers | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Russell County’s COVID incidence rate dropping

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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