Lady Laker Soccer Team Celebrates Tournament Success | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Wednesday, October 7 by WJRS Staff

The Russell County Lady Laker soccer team brought home a second-place finish after spending part of fall break competing in Gatlinburg, Tennessee. The Lady Lakers competed in the Gatlinburg Fall Kickoff, earning second place on Sunday. The team will celebrate Senior Night Thursday, October... Read More.

Laker Bass Team Earns Two Runner-Up Finishes at Barren River Lake | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Monday, October 5 by WJRS Staff

The Russell County Laker Bass Team brought home two second-place finishes and big-fish honors from this past weekend’s tournament at Barren River Lake. In the junior division, Carter Hall and Rylan Holt finished second with a total catch weighing 4.78 pounds. They also caught... Read More.

Lakers lose to Dragons 41-13 | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Saturday, September 26 by WJRS Staff

Green County defeated Russell County 41 to 13 in high school football Friday night. Green County’s Deacon Jones rushed for 156 yards and two touchdowns, then threw for 131 yards and three more scores. The Dragons finished with 344 rushing yards. Mason Collins caught... Read More.

Lady Lakers Volleyball vs Monroe County (game photos) | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Friday, September 25 by WJRS Staff

Click on this link to view over 50 photos from the Lady Lakers volleyball match against Monroe County at Laker gym on Thursday, September 24, 2026. VOLLEYBALL: Russell Co vs Monroe Co 092426 - WJRS NEWS Photos by Rylan Long, RCHS. For copies, contact... Read More.

Lady Laker Volleyball Teams Face Somerset Christian and Wayne County | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Thursday, September 24 by WJRS Staff

The Russell County Lady Laker volleyball teams played back-to-back matches Monday and Tuesday, with the freshmen winning both of their contests. At Laker Gym on Monday, September 21st, the freshmen and junior varsity teams each defeated Somerset Christian School in straight sets, two to... Read More.

Cardinals Defeat Lakers 34–6 at Finley Field | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Saturday, September 19 by WJRS Staff

The Russell County Lakers fell to the Taylor County Cardinals 34–6 Friday night at Finley Field in Russell Springs. Taylor County controlled the game offensively, finishing with 394 total yards. The Cardinals rushed 37 times for 241 yards, led by Jace Anderson with 83... Read More.

Lady Lakers Shine on the State Golf Stage | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Wednesday, September 16 by WJRS Staff

The Russell County Lady Lakers recently showcased their talents on the state stage. The Lady Lakers competed in the All-State Tournament at the University Club of Kentucky, playing 36 holes over two days against 15 teams from across the Commonwealth. Carly Shearer led Russell... Read More.

RCMS Girls Win 16th District Softball Tournament | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Wednesday, September 16 by WJRS Staff

The Russell County Middle School Lady Lakers softball team won the 16th District middle school softball championship last night in Tompkinsville. The Lady Lakers defeated Monroe County Middle School 5-1. Keira Gallagher earned the win for the Lady Lakers. The righty surrendered four hits... Read More.

Lakers Lose to Wayne County 2-1 | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Wednesday, September 16 by WJRS Staff

The Laker boys soccer team traveled to Wayne County on Tuesday. Wayne scored early in the game, but the Lakers fought back and managed to even up the score in the 37th minute with Sebastian Betts-Jimenez crossing the ball to Kelvin Cordova. Ultimately, the... Read More.

Lady Lakers Roll Past Somerset 6-1 | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Tuesday, September 15 by WJRS Staff

The Russell County Lady Laker soccer team picked up a convincing varsity win over Somerset Tuesday night, defeating the Lady Briar Jumpers 6-1. Addison Coffey and Madison Bennett led the Russell County offense, with each recording a hat trick. Coffey also contributed an assist... Read More.

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Lady Laker Soccer Team Celebrates Tournament Success | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Laker Bass Team Earns Two Runner-Up Finishes at Barren River Lake | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Lakers lose to Dragons 41-13 | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Lady Lakers Volleyball vs Monroe County (game photos) | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Lady Laker Volleyball Teams Face Somerset Christian and Wayne County | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Cardinals Defeat Lakers 34–6 at Finley Field | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Lady Lakers Shine on the State Golf Stage | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

RCMS Girls Win 16th District Softball Tournament | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Lakers Lose to Wayne County 2-1 | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Lady Lakers Roll Past Somerset 6-1 | 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