Smith Twins from Corbin Switch to Kentucky From Michigan | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Tuesday, September 19 by WJRS Staff

By LARRY VAUGHT Jerod Smith did not care where his twin sons Jerod and Jacob decided to play college football. “I want them to go wherever they feel will do the best for them long term and give them the best opportunity to get... Read More.

Lakers fall to Lincoln County in home opener | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Monday, September 18 by Zac Oakes

The Laker Football team fell to Lincoln County in its home opener Friday night by a score of 33-28. The loss drops the Lakers to 0-5 on the season, as the Lakers will look to pick up a win this Friday when they host... Read More.

RCHS Volleyball, soccer teams in action tonight | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Monday, September 18 by Zac Oakes

The Russell County High School Volleyball and Soccer teams will be in action this evening. The Lady Laker Volleyball team will host district rival Clinton County this evening. Freshman, JV, and varsity teams will be in action beginning at 5 p.m. at Laker Gym.... Read More.

Trautman places 35th in All State Golf Tournament | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Monday, September 18 by Zac Oakes

Lady Laker Golfer Breanna Trautman competed in the All State Tournament hosted by the Kentucky Golf Coaches Association at the University Club of Kentucky over the weekend. Trautman shot an 82 on Saturday and an 81 on Sunday, finishing 35th in the 92-player field.... Read More.

Laker Football hosts Lincoln County for homecoming tonight | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Friday, September 15 by Zac Oakes

The Laker Football team will host Lincoln County in its first district game of the season, as well as homecoming. Kickoff is scheduled for 6:30 p.m. with homecoming ceremonies slated to take place at halftime. We'll have coverage on Laker Country 104.9 beginning at... Read More.

Lady Laker Volleyball remains unbeaten in district play | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Friday, September 15 by Zac Oakes

The Lady Laker Volleyball team remained unbeaten in district play with a win over Metcalfe County last night. The Lady Lakers, who now sit at 18-4 on the season, will host district rival Clinton County on Monday beginning at 5 p.m.

Lady Laker Soccer drops a close one to Wayne County | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Friday, September 15 by Zac Oakes

The Lady Laker Soccer team dropped a close one to Wayne County on the road last night, falling 1-0. Lady Laker goalkeeper Liz Evans had 10 saves in the game. The Lady Lakers are back in action Monday, going on the road to Hart... Read More.

RCHS Soccer players among state statistical leaders | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Thursday, September 14 by Zac Oakes

Four Russell County Soccer players are on the state leaderboards in multiple scoring categories. On the girls side, Adriana Thomas and Madison Weisbrodt find themselves high on the state leaderboards. Thomas ranks 5th in the state for goals scored with 31 goals through 11... Read More.

RCMS Homecoming is tonight, along with several local sports in action | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Thursday, September 14 by Zac Oakes

Update: tonight's Laker soccer game against Warren East has been cancelled due to lack of officials. A makeup date is being worked on. Several Laker Sports teams are in action tonight, including homecoming for Russell County Middle School. The homecoming festivities begin at 5... Read More.

Fiscal court approves plan to help fund Jamestown Elementary School Resource Officer | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Thursday, September 14 by Zac Oakes

After tabling the memorandum of agreement at their last meeting, the Russell County Fiscal Court approved its agreement with the Russell County Board of Education and the City of Jamestown to help fund a school resource officer at Jamestown Elementary. Resource Officer Jamie Rogers,... Read More.

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Smith Twins from Corbin Switch to Kentucky From Michigan | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Lakers fall to Lincoln County in home opener | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

RCHS Volleyball, soccer teams in action tonight | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Trautman places 35th in All State Golf Tournament | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Laker Football hosts Lincoln County for homecoming tonight | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Lady Laker Volleyball remains unbeaten in district play | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Lady Laker Soccer drops a close one to Wayne County | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

RCHS Soccer players among state statistical leaders | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

RCMS Homecoming is tonight, along with several local sports in action | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Fiscal court approves plan to help fund Jamestown Elementary School Resource Officer | 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