Lakers fall to Pulaski; Russell Co takes on Barren Co in regular season finale tomorrow | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Wednesday, February 21 by Zac Oakes

The Russell County Laker Basketball team fell to Pulaski County last night by a score of 68-57. The game was back-and-forth in the first half, but the Maroons hit a three-pointer in the final seconds to take a 28-26 lead into the break. The... Read More.

Could Reed Sheppard Break UK’s All-Time Records for Steals in First Season? | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Tuesday, February 20 by WJRS Staff

By LARRY VAUGHT Just when you think nothing else can surprise you about Reed Sheppard, something happens to surprise you. CBS Sports recently released its latest 2024 NBA Mock Draft and Gary Parrish had Sheppard as the No. 2 pick to San Antonio in... Read More.

Lady Lakers fall in OT to Whitley County, Lakers host Pulaski tonight | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Tuesday, February 20 by Zac Oakes

The Russell County Lady Laker Basketball team saw its seven-game winning streak come to an end last night following a hard-fought battle with Whitley County, falling by a score of 51-47 in overtime. The Lady Lakers fall to 17-9 on the season with the... Read More.

Lady Lakers win big, Lakers fall to Adair | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Monday, February 19 by Zac Oakes

The Russell County Lakers and Lady Lakers hosted Adair County for a doubleheader Friday night. The Lady Lakers came out strong from the start, leading by 21 points at halftime en route to a 66-29 victory over the Lady Indians. Three Lady Lakers finished... Read More.

RCHS Basketball to host Senior Night against Adair tonight | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Friday, February 16 by Zac Oakes

The Russell County High School Basketball teams will host Adair County in the final home doubleheader of the regular season tonight. Tonight will also be Senior Night at Laker Gym. Tip-off between the Lady Lakers and Lady Indians is scheduled for 5:30 p.m. with... Read More.

Lakers win coin flip for top seed, Lady Lakers earn 2 seed in district tournament | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Thursday, February 15 by Zac Oakes

The 16th District Tournament is less than two weeks away, and the district's coaches and athletic directors met yesterday in preparation for the tournament, which is hosted by Russell County this year. In the boys tournament, Russell County and Clinton County finished at the... Read More.

Lady Lakers win, Lakers struggle in final district doubleheader of regular season | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Thursday, February 15 by Zac Oakes

Last night was the final district doubleheader of the regular season as Russell County went on the road to Clinton County. In the first game, the Lady Lakers fell behind early but came back to take a 19-17 lead into halftime. The Lady Lakers... Read More.

Lakers, Lady Lakers pick up road wins ; travel to Clinton County tonight | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Wednesday, February 14 by Zac Oakes

The Russell County Laker and Lady Laker Basketball teams picked up a pair of wins on the road last night. The Lakers traveled to Danville High School to take on the Admirals, picking up a 53-44 victory. The win pushes the Lakers above .500... Read More.

RCMS Volleyball wins 2 of 3 over Clinton County | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Wednesday, February 14 by Zac Oakes

The Russell County Middle School Volleyball team won 2 of 3 over Clinton County on the road earlier this week. The 6th grade and 7th grade teams each came away with 2-0 wins, while the 8th grade team fell 2-0. Last night, the Lady... Read More.

Laker, Lady Laker basketball teams on the road tonight | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Tuesday, February 13 by Zac Oakes

The Laker and Lady Laker basketball teams are back in action today with both squads going on the road. The Lakers will travel to Danville for a JV/Varsity matchup with the Admirals with tip-off scheduled for 5 p.m. Meanwhile, the Lady Lakers go on... Read More.

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Lakers fall to Pulaski; Russell Co takes on Barren Co in regular season finale tomorrow | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Could Reed Sheppard Break UK’s All-Time Records for Steals in First Season? | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Lady Lakers fall in OT to Whitley County, Lakers host Pulaski tonight | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Lady Lakers win big, Lakers fall to Adair | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

RCHS Basketball to host Senior Night against Adair tonight | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Lakers win coin flip for top seed, Lady Lakers earn 2 seed in district tournament | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Lady Lakers win, Lakers struggle in final district doubleheader of regular season | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Lakers, Lady Lakers pick up road wins ; travel to Clinton County tonight | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

RCMS Volleyball wins 2 of 3 over Clinton County | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Laker, Lady Laker basketball teams on the road tonight | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

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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