From Driver to Director: Shepherd Looks Back on EMS Career

Wednesday, October 14 by WJRS Staff

Russell County EMS Director Charles Shepherd is preparing to close another chapter in a career of service spanning more than three decades. As WJRS NEWS reported Wednesday, Shepherd has announced he will retire in mid-January. […]

Brock Coffman appreciates what former NFL quarterback Chad Pennington did for him during his high school playing career at Sayre | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Tuesday, April 14 by Zac Oakes

One of the intriguing storylines from Kentucky’s spring practice going into Saturday’s Blue-White game is redshirt freshman receiver Brock Coffman. Coffman grew up playing basketball and baseball. He did not play football until Sayre High School coach Chad Pennington, a former NFL quarterback, convinced... Read More.

Former UK linebacker Kash Daniel is starting a professional wrestling career | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Wednesday, March 11 by Zac Oakes

by LARRY VAUGHT Paintsville’s Kash Daniel was part of a senior class that won 32 football games at Kentucky from 2016-19. He was a two-time team captain who played in 51 games with 23 starts — and the numbers would have been even higher... 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 dominate South Warren; Coffey reaches 1,000 career points | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Monday, December 15 by Zac Oakes

The Russell County Lady Lakers picked up a dominant win on the road at South Warren Friday night. The Lady Lakers defeated the Lady Spartans 64-31. Aniyah Coffey led the Lady Lakers with 21 points in the win. Coffey reached the 1,000 point milestone... Read More.

Brooklyn DeLeye had 30 kills, a career high, against UCLA to get Kentucky into the Sweet Sixteen | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Friday, December 12 by Zac Oakes

by LARRY VAUGHT On the court, junior Brooklyn DeLeye is a terminator who often destroys opponents like she did when she had a career-high 30 kills in a NCAA Tournament second-round win over UCLA that put Kentucky into the NCAA Regionals for the fourth... Read More.

Thomas reaches 100 career goals | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Monday, October 6 by Zac Oakes

Russell County Lady Laker Soccer Senior Adriana Thomas was recognized following Saturday's district championship for reaching the 100 career goal milestone. Following Saturday's district championship, Thomas currently has 105 career goals, including 23 this year. Adriana is the daughter of Ravane (Adam) Black &... Read More.

Sweden’s Elsa Vadfors got a “late start” playing basketball and will continue her career at Kentucky | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Tuesday, May 27 by Zac Oakes

by LARRY VAUGHT Elsa Vadfors, a 6-foot-5 center from Sweden, recently signed with the University of Kentucky. Vadfors, 19, played for Uppsala Basket, a Swedish club team, where she averaged 1.2 points and 2.9 rebounds in 18 games this season. She also played for... Read More.

Gosser to continue baseball career at Frontier Community College | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Friday, May 23 by Zac Oakes

Russell County senior Mayes Gosser will continue his baseball career at Frontier Community College in Illinois. Gosser held a signing ceremony yesterday afternoon in front of family, friends, coaches, and teammates. Gosser said he's thankful for all the support he's received during his time... Read More.

Catcher Devin Burkes has started 132 games in his career and is being counted on for more offense this season | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Wednesday, February 5 by Zac Oakes

By LARRY VAUGHT Kentucky baseball opens its season Feb. 14 and former UK coach Keith Madison believes having Devin Burkes back for another year is huge for the Cats coming off their first College World Series appearance. He started 59 of UK’s 60 games... Read More.

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From Driver to Director: Shepherd Looks Back on EMS Career

Brock Coffman appreciates what former NFL quarterback Chad Pennington did for him during his high school playing career at Sayre | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Former UK linebacker Kash Daniel is starting a professional wrestling career | 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 dominate South Warren; Coffey reaches 1,000 career points | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Brooklyn DeLeye had 30 kills, a career high, against UCLA to get Kentucky into the Sweet Sixteen | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Thomas reaches 100 career goals | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Sweden’s Elsa Vadfors got a “late start” playing basketball and will continue her career at Kentucky | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Gosser to continue baseball career at Frontier Community College | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Catcher Devin Burkes has started 132 games in his career and is being counted on for more offense this season | 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