Tourism director looks back at Memorial Day, ahead to tourism season on Lake Cumberland

Thursday, June 1 by Derek Aaron

By all indications, Memorial Day weekend, despite cooler temperatures, was still a success on Lake Cumberland as tourists poured in to the region. The unofficial kickoff to summer is just the first of many tourist-filled […]

Slight increase in Republican voter registration ahead of primary

Tuesday, May 16 by Derek Aaron

There was an increase in Republican voter registration in early April, prior to the voter rolls closing for today’s primary election for governor and other statewide constitutional offices. According to figures from the secretary of […]

Sen. Paul makes stop in Jamestown ahead of Election Day

Monday, November 7 by Derek Aaron

Sen. Rand Paul made a campaign stop in Russell County this past Friday, speaking to constituents and elected officials in front of the Russell County Judicial Center just after noon. Paul spoke to WJRS NEWS […]

Over 10,000 new KY voters ahead of primary

Monday, May 2 by Derek Aaron

Voter registration recently saw a boost ahead of the May primary election here in Kentucky. Back in March, voter registration increased by 3,817 voters, with 10,698 new registrations, while 6,881 voters were removed – 5,874 […]

LCDHD looking ahead as stresses of COVID-19 linger

Wednesday, February 23 by Derek Aaron

Speaking before the Russell County Board of Health on Tuesday via Zoom, Lake Cumberland District Health Department Executive Director Amy Tomlinson introduced herself and told board members she was proud of how her employees have […]

UK Athlete Riley Gaines Looking Ahead | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Monday, January 31 by WJRS Staff

By LARRY VAUGHTWhat could Riley Gaines do for an encore? During her junior season she won the 200-meter freestyle at the Southeastern Conference championship and was also part of the winning 4x200 relay team that won the SEC title to help the Kentucky women... Read More.

Sen. Max Wise Talks Issues with WJRS NEWS Ahead of General Assembly

Monday, January 3 by Derek Aaron

Senator Max Wise spoke exclusively to WJRS NEWS about the challenges ahead of the 2022 General Assembly as they gavel in on Tuesday, January 4th… Below is Senator Wise’s full interview with WJRS NEWS’ Derek […]

Laker Basketball Action Over the Weekend; Busy Week Ahead | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Monday, March 1 by WJRS Staff

It was a busy weekend for the local high school basketball teams, and the week ahead is full also. On Friday night, the Lady Lakers picked up their fifth win in a row, defeating Casey County at Laker gym 58 to 46. Juliah Bault... Read More.

Branscum, Wise asking for constituent input ahead of session

Thursday, December 31 by Zac Oakes

State Sen. Max Wise and State Representative-Elect Josh Branscum are asking for the input of Russell Countians as the two prepare to head to Frankfort for the upcoming legislative session. Both are conducting surveys on […]

Somerset Football Start Sheron Looking Ahead to UK Career | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Sunday, December 13 by WJRS Staff

By LARRY VAUGHT Somerset coach Robbie Lucas felt that quarterback Kaiya Sheron had a better command of the offense this season than he did in 2019 when Somerset won the Class AA state championship. “Obviously it was his team this year,” said Lucas. “He... Read More.

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Tourism director looks back at Memorial Day, ahead to tourism season on Lake Cumberland

Slight increase in Republican voter registration ahead of primary

Sen. Paul makes stop in Jamestown ahead of Election Day

Over 10,000 new KY voters ahead of primary

LCDHD looking ahead as stresses of COVID-19 linger

UK Athlete Riley Gaines Looking Ahead | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Sen. Max Wise Talks Issues with WJRS NEWS Ahead of General Assembly

Laker Basketball Action Over the Weekend; Busy Week Ahead | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Branscum, Wise asking for constituent input ahead of session

Somerset Football Start Sheron Looking Ahead to UK Career | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

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Ronald Eugene Sterner, Sr., 77, of Russell Springs

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