Both Laker Basketball Teams Get Victories on Saturday | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Sunday, February 14 by WJRS Staff

The Russell County Lady Lakers and Laker Boys basketball teams both picked up wins on Saturday. Coach Brett Blankenship's Lady Laker team went on the road to Russellville to take on Logan County. The Lady Lakers got an easy victory, defeating Logan County 51... Read More.

Guest Editorial: Success is not Final, Failure is not Fatal | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Saturday, February 13 by WJRS Staff

GUEST OP-ED BY TOMMY DRUEN Like most Kentuckians, I love basketball. To the chagrin of my family, I not only follow my favorite teams, but will watch a game whenever the ball is bouncing. NBA, college . . . heck, I would watch little... Read More.

Lady Lakers and Laker Boys Sweep Rockcastle County Friday Night | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Friday, February 12 by WJRS Staff

The Russell County Lady Lakers and Laker Boys swept a doubleheader at Laker gym Friday night defeating Rockcastle County. In the girls game, the Lady Lakers trailed at the end of the first quarter 10-7, led at halftime by score of 25 to 22,... Read More.

All Things Russell 2-12 | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Friday, February 12 by Sean Hammond

On today's edition of All Things Russell Jeff Hoover is joined by WJRS News Director Zac Oakes who reveals the winners of the 2021 Best of Russell County Awards.

New UK Football Offensive Coordinator Already Having an Impact | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Thursday, February 11 by WJRS Staff

By LARRY VAUGHT What did it cost to lure two coaches away from the NFL to become part of Mark Stoops’ coaching staff at Kentucky? New offensive coordinator Liam Coen will make $750,000 this year and $775,000 in 2022. Running backs coach Jemal Singleton... Read More.

Lakers win big over Danville | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Wednesday, February 10 by Zac Oakes

Coming off back-to-back losses over the weekend, the Russell County Lakers played arguably their best offense of the season in the second half against the Danville Admirals, as the Lakers pulled away to defeat the Admirals 78-53. The Lakers led 29-28 going into the... Read More.

Georgia Linebacker is Huge Sign for UK Football | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Wednesday, February 10 by WJRS Staff

By LARRY VAUGHT Georgia linebacker Trevin Wallace the third highest rated recruit Kentucky coach Mark Stoops has signed at Kentucky behind No. 1 Landon Young and No. 2 Matt Elam. The four-star prospect from Jesup (Ga.) Wayne County is rated as the No. 2... Read More.

RCHS Boys Bowling wins big over Taylor County | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Tuesday, February 9 by Zac Oakes

On Tuesday the Laker Bowling Team traveled to Phillips Lanes to take on the Taylor County Cardinals. Our Lady Lakers had a tough match and finished with 0 wins and 5 losses. High scores for the girls were Summer Aaron 161 and Makayla Melson... Read More.

Lakers take on Danville at home tonight | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Tuesday, February 9 by Zac Oakes

The Russell County Lakers (5-9) will take on the Danville Admirals (9-4) tonight at Laker Gym. The varsity game is scheduled to begin at 6 p.m.

Lady Lakers Lose at Top Ranked Wayne County | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Tuesday, February 9 by WJRS Staff

The Russell County Lady Lakers went on the road Monday night, traveling to Monticello to take on Wayne County, the top ranked team in the 12th region. The Lady Lakers had a tough night, losing 60-25. The Lady Lakers are now 6-9 on the... Read More.

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Both Laker Basketball Teams Get Victories on Saturday | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Guest Editorial: Success is not Final, Failure is not Fatal | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Lady Lakers and Laker Boys Sweep Rockcastle County Friday Night | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

All Things Russell 2-12 | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

New UK Football Offensive Coordinator Already Having an Impact | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Lakers win big over Danville | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Georgia Linebacker is Huge Sign for UK Football | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

RCHS Boys Bowling wins big over Taylor County | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Lakers take on Danville at home tonight | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Lady Lakers Lose at Top Ranked Wayne County | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

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Jeffrey L. Scholl, 61, of Indianapolis

Robert Leach, 70, of Russell Springs

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