Russell County unemployment rate was 5 percent in 2025

Thursday, May 21 by Zac Oakes

Russell County’s annual unemployment rate for 2025 was 5 percent, coming in around the middle of the pack for the Lake Cumberland area. According to the recently-released data, the lowest 2025 unemployment rate in the […]

Ajsa Sivka, the 10th pick in the 2025 WNBA Draft, will provide versatility and outside shooting for Kentucky | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Thursday, May 14 by Zac Oakes

by LARRY VAUGHT How can 6-foot-4 guard Ajsa Sivka of Slovenia, who was picked 10th in the 2025 WNBA draft by Chicago, play for Kentucky next season? Sivka, 20, is an international standout who has played not only for her national team but also... Read More.

Eli Volunteer Fire Department releases 2025 annual report

Wednesday, January 21 by Zac Oakes

The Eli Volunteer Fire Department has released its 2025 annual report. In 2025, the Eli Volunteer Fire Department responded to 120 calls for service. The department reported 7 structure fires over the course of the […]

25 local students named to Dean’s List at Lindsey Wilson University for Fall 2025 semester

Friday, January 16 by Zac Oakes

25 local students were named to the Dean’s List at Lindsey Wilson University for the Fall 2025 semester. Those local students are: Aidan Antle Daira Bautista-Reyes Jakahri Brown Ethan Cooper Jesse Gossage Ashton Hargis Addison […]

Carpenter receives 2025 Russell County Woman in Agriculture Award

Friday, December 26 by Zac Oakes

Elise Carpenter was the recipient of the 2025 Russell County Woman in Agriculture Award. The award is presented annually by the Russell County Soil Conservation District. Carpenter was recognized for her conservation accomplishments and being […]

Chamber of Commerce to hold its last meeting of 2025 today

Tuesday, December 16 by Zac Oakes

The Russell County Chamber of Commerce will hold its final meeting of the year today. The chamber will hold its monthly luncheon at noon today at Reel Java in Jamestown. Those attending today’s meeting are […]

Blue Raiders beat No. 10-ranked Rams 45-10 at Parnell Family Stadium, 2025 national champion men’s golf team honored | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Friday, August 29 by Zac Oakes

News From Lindsey Wilson University COLUMBIA, KY. (08/29/2025) It was a night of firsts Thursday, Aug. 28, at Lindsey Wilson University Parnell Family Stadium. In the first weeknight football game played at Parnell Family Stadium, the Blue Raiders opened their 2025 season with a... Read More.

Monday was hottest day of 2025 locally; heat advisory remains in effect until this evening

Wednesday, July 30 by Zac Oakes

Monday was the hottest day of 2025 in Russell County, according to data from the local mesonet station. The station reported a maximum air temperature on Monday at 92.1 degrees, with a heat index of […]

Lady Laker Golf starts 2025 season strong | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Wednesday, July 23 by Zac Oakes

The Lady Laker Golf team got its 2025 season off to a strong start this week, finishing second overall in the Wayne County tournament at Burnside Island. The Lady Lakers finished the day with a team score of 361, finishing second in the 10-team... Read More.

42 local students named to President’s List at SCC for Spring 2025 semester

Wednesday, July 9 by Zac Oakes

42 local students were named to the President’s List at Somerset Community College for the Spring 2025 semester. Those local students are: Nate Aaron Haley Acree A.J. Alletto Taylor Anderson Vanessa Antle Emma Asman Michael […]

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Russell County unemployment rate was 5 percent in 2025

Ajsa Sivka, the 10th pick in the 2025 WNBA Draft, will provide versatility and outside shooting for Kentucky | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Eli Volunteer Fire Department releases 2025 annual report

Carpenter receives 2025 Russell County Woman in Agriculture Award

Chamber of Commerce to hold its last meeting of 2025 today

Blue Raiders beat No. 10-ranked Rams 45-10 at Parnell Family Stadium, 2025 national champion men’s golf team honored | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Monday was hottest day of 2025 locally; heat advisory remains in effect until this evening

Lady Laker Golf starts 2025 season strong | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

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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