Russell County Search & Rescue Chief Chris Money selected for prestigious first responder task force

Wednesday, January 14 by Zac Oakes

Russell County Search & Rescue Chief Chris Money was recently selected to be part of a prestigious state-wide first responder task force. Money was selected to be a part of Kentucky Task Force 1, which […]

Junior corner DJ Waller has unique abilities that assistant coach Chris Collins believes has huge potential | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Thursday, August 28 by Zac Oakes

by LARRY VAUGHT Last season Kentucky cornerback Maxwell Hairston continued his development and became a first round NFL Draft pick by the Buffalo Bills. Could cornerback DJ Waller be the breakout star on this season’s UK defense? “DJ is unique in terms of what... Read More.

Chris Wesley Runyon, 66, of Lanesville, Indiana

Tuesday, May 20 by Sean Hammond

Chris Wesley Runyon, 66, of Lanesville, Indiana passed away peacefully surrounded by his loved ones on May 17, 2025, at Baptist Floyd Hospital. The family will host visitation at Naville & Seabrook Funeral Home on […]

Chris Hicks, Jr, age 75, of Russell Springs

Tuesday, December 20 by Sean Hammond

Chris Hicks, Jr., of Russell Springs, passed away Sunday, December 18, 2022, at Ephraim McDowell Medical Center, in Danville. He was 75 years of age. Chris was born March 12, 1947, in Norfolk, Virginia, son […]

Diver Chris Money details trip to bottom of Lake Cumberland to retrieve sunken helicopter

Thursday, September 15 by Derek Aaron

Wednesday on local news we told you about the retrieval of a helicopter from the depths of Lake Cumberland following a 2002 crash into the lake during that year’s Poker Run. Today, we hear from […]

UK Super Freshman Chris Livingston Part of Lebron James Upcoming Movie | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Thursday, September 1 by WJRS Staff

By LARRY VAUGHT Kentucky freshman basketball player Chris Livingston hopes to be a star on the court this season for the Wildcats but he will also be part of a star movie production. A film based on the book, Shooting Stars, about NBA superstar... Read More.

LWC Football Coach Chris Oliver resigns, takes job at Georgetown College | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Tuesday, December 14 by Zac Oakes

Lindsey Wilson College Football Coach Chris Oliver has announced that he has resigned from his position as head coach of the Blue Raiders Football program. Oliver departs after 12 seasons and a 105-34 record. He helped lead the Blue Raiders to five divisional titles,... Read More.

Sophomore Running Back Chris Rodriquez on Verge of 1,000 Yards | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Tuesday, November 10 by WJRS Staff

By LARRY VAUGHT Redshirt sophomore running back Chris Rodriguez wouldn’t say he needed the bye week UK got but admits he was “thankful” for it going into Saturday’s game against Vanderbilt. Kentucky is only 2-4 and has struggled offensively but Rodriguez has been one... Read More.

Chris Starks named head coach of LWC men’s basketball | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Thursday, August 20 by Zac Oakes

Story courtesy of Lindsey Wilson College Sports Information Chris Starks has been named interim head coach of the Lindsey Wilson College men's basketball program, LWC Athletics Director Willis Pooler announced on Wednesday. Starks becomes the eighth coach of the men's basketball program since Lindsey... Read More.

RS Mayor Eddie Thomas and City Clerk Chris Ramsey on the Morning Show | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Thursday, April 2 by Sean Hammond

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Russell County Search & Rescue Chief Chris Money selected for prestigious first responder task force

Junior corner DJ Waller has unique abilities that assistant coach Chris Collins believes has huge potential | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Chris Wesley Runyon, 66, of Lanesville, Indiana

Chris Hicks, Jr, age 75, of Russell Springs

Diver Chris Money details trip to bottom of Lake Cumberland to retrieve sunken helicopter

UK Super Freshman Chris Livingston Part of Lebron James Upcoming Movie | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

LWC Football Coach Chris Oliver resigns, takes job at Georgetown College | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Sophomore Running Back Chris Rodriquez on Verge of 1,000 Yards | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Chris Starks named head coach of LWC men’s basketball | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

RS Mayor Eddie Thomas and City Clerk Chris Ramsey on the Morning Show | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

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