Who is running for office in 2026?

Thursday, November 6 by Zac Oakes

Below is a list of candidate filings for the 2026 elections in Russell County, sorted by the office they are running for. Incumbent candidates will include an (Inc) before their name. The candidate’s political party […]

Hands-free driving legislation proposed for 2026

Thursday, November 6 by Zac Oakes

A bill expected to be filed during the Kentucky legislative session beginning in January would require hands-free technology for cellphones to be used while driving. Under the Phone Down Kentucky Act, drivers would be prohibited […]

Second baseman Luke Lawrence is one of the returning players Kentucky coach Nick Mingione is counting on to lead his 2026 team | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Wednesday, June 11 by Zac Oakes

by LARRY VAUGHT Nick Mingione was not ready for the 2025 season to be over when Kentucky blew a five-run lead in the eighth inning to West Virginia in the NCAA Tournament but it didn’t take him long to make it clear he was... Read More.

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Who is running for office in 2026?

Hands-free driving legislation proposed for 2026

Second baseman Luke Lawrence is one of the returning players Kentucky coach Nick Mingione is counting on to lead his 2026 team | 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