Kirkland-Lundy, Trosper qualify for state track meet | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Friday, May 26 by Zac Oakes

Two Russell County track athletes have qualified for state competition. Sophomore Byron Kirkland-Lundy qualified to compete in the high jump competition, while senior Clayton Trosper qualified for the 110 meter hurdles and 300 meter hurdles. Trosper finished 7th in the 110 meter hurdles at... Read More.

Russell County’s comeback falls short in region semifinals | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Wednesday, May 24 by Zac Oakes

The Russell County Laker Baseball team fell down 6-0 against the Bowling Green Purples in the region semifinals last night, and nearly rallied to win, but fell short, losing 7-6. The Lakers rallied late, cutting the lead to one and had the winning run... Read More.

McFall claims first regional tennis title in RCHS history | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Wednesday, May 24 by Zac Oakes

Russell County High School Senior Lucas McFall made school history yesterday, claiming the first regional singles title for tennis in school history. The 32-person tournament began last week, with McFall capping off the tournament defeating Bowling Green's Houston St. John. With the win, McFall... Read More.

Gosser, Shearer power Lakers to region tournament win | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Tuesday, May 23 by Zac Oakes

The Russell County Lakers won a nail-biter in the opening round of the 4th Region Tournament against the Warren East Raiders last night at Laker Field by a score of 8-7. In the rematch from last year's region championship, the Lakers were powered by... Read More.

McFall to play for region tennis championship today | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Tuesday, May 23 by Zac Oakes

Russell County Senior tennis player Lucas McFall will compete for a region championship today. McFall will be in competition today at 4:30 p.m. at Greenwood High School.

Laker Baseball to host Warren East in region tournament this evening | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Monday, May 22 by Zac Oakes

The Russell County Laker Baseball team will host the Warren East Raiders in a first round 4th Region Tournament matchup this evening. First pitch between the Lakers and the Raiders is scheduled for 5:30 p.m. We will have coverage of the game live on... Read More.

UK Commit Cutter Boley Has It Together On and Off the Field | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Sunday, May 21 by WJRS Staff

By LARRY VAUGHT Lexington Christian Academy junior Cutter Boley is a gifted quarterback, one of the best in the nation according to every recruiting service and the bevy of major college coaches that recruited him. The 6-5, 205-pound Boley verbally committed to Kentucky last... Read More.

Rexroat named 16th District Coach of the Year | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Saturday, May 20 by Zac Oakes

Russell County Laker Baseball Coach David Rexroat was named 16th District Coach of the Year. Rexroat was presented the award after the Lakers defeated Clinton County in the 16th District Championship Thursday night. Rexroat is a multi-year recipient of the award. His Laker teams... Read More.

Lakers claim 6th consecutive district title | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Friday, May 19 by Zac Oakes

The Russell County Laker Baseball team is once again champions of the 16th District. With a 3-1 win over the Clinton County Bulldogs last night, the Lakers claimed their 6th consecutive district title and 15th championship since 2006. Only twice since moving to the... Read More.

Lakers score 15 in win over Monroe, advance to district championship tonight | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Thursday, May 18 by Zac Oakes

Trace Stringer had a big night as the Russell County Laker Baseball team defeated Monroe County 15-5 last night to advance to the 16th District championship. Stringer finished the night with 4 hits, 2 RBI, and 4 runs scored to lead the Lakers over... Read More.

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Kirkland-Lundy, Trosper qualify for state track meet | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Russell County’s comeback falls short in region semifinals | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

McFall claims first regional tennis title in RCHS history | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Gosser, Shearer power Lakers to region tournament win | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

McFall to play for region tennis championship today | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Laker Baseball to host Warren East in region tournament this evening | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

UK Commit Cutter Boley Has It Together On and Off the Field | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Rexroat named 16th District Coach of the Year | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Lakers claim 6th consecutive district title | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Lakers score 15 in win over Monroe, advance to district championship 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