Students and teachers return to classroom from spring break today

Monday, April 13 by Zac Oakes

Russell County students and teachers return to the classroom today from spring break. Only about six weeks remain in the school year. The last day for students is scheduled for Thursday, May 21 with closing […]

RCHS Baseball, Softball pick up wins in spring break events | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Tuesday, April 7 by Zac Oakes

The Russell County High School Baseball and Softball teams picked up victories in their respective spring break events yesterday. The Laker Baseball team defeated Halifax County 10-7. Raylan McAninch finished the game with a team-high 3 hits. Tanner Stringer finished with 2 hits and... Read More.

Reentry and Employment Services branch helps break down barriers for those looking to achieve education and career goals

Friday, February 6 by Zac Oakes

The Reentry and Employment Services branch of the Office of Adult Education continues to grow and make a difference for people in Russell County and other areas of Kentucky. The branch, which got its start […]

Lady Lakers pick up win in spring break event | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Thursday, April 4 by Zac Oakes

The Russell County Lady Laker Softball team picked up a win yesterday in the Florida Softball Beach Bash. The Lady Lakers defeated the Lewis County Lady Panthers out of Tennessee by a score of 9-1. Rylen McGowan led the Russell County offense with a... Read More.

Lady Lakers fall to Bath County in spring break event | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Wednesday, April 3 by Zac Oakes

The Russell County Lady Laker Softball team fell to Bath County in the Florida Softball Beach Bash yesterday. The Lady Lakers led 6-2 at the end of the first inning, but Bath County battled back to pick up the victory. Nevaeh Duncan drove in... Read More.

SCC student from Russell County to donate a kidney over spring break

Thursday, February 29 by Zac Oakes

A Somerset Community College student and Russell County native will be taking time during the upcoming spring break to donate a kidney to a stranger. Cherish Strunk, age 25, is a Russell County native and […]

Could Reed Sheppard Break UK’s All-Time Records for Steals in First Season? | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Tuesday, February 20 by WJRS Staff

By LARRY VAUGHT Just when you think nothing else can surprise you about Reed Sheppard, something happens to surprise you. CBS Sports recently released its latest 2024 NBA Mock Draft and Gary Parrish had Sheppard as the No. 2 pick to San Antonio in... Read More.

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Students and teachers return to classroom from spring break today

RCHS Baseball, Softball pick up wins in spring break events | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Reentry and Employment Services branch helps break down barriers for those looking to achieve education and career goals

Lady Lakers pick up win in spring break event | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Lady Lakers fall to Bath County in spring break event | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

SCC student from Russell County to donate a kidney over spring break

Could Reed Sheppard Break UK’s All-Time Records for Steals in First Season? | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Legislature now on 10-day veto break

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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