Kenny Brooks likes returning core for UK WBB | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Thursday, July 3 by Zac Oakes

by LARRY VAUGHT Kentucky women's basketball coach Kenny Brooks knows with the turnover in college basketball now via the transfer portal that returning experience gives a team even a bigger advantage. “There’s a lot of movement in college basketball and although we did add... Read More.

Trent Noah has the support of teammates and coaches | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Wednesday, July 2 by Zac Oakes

by LARRY VAUGHT He is not being mentioned as one of the prominent players on next year’s Kentucky team but sophomore guard Trent Noah of Harlan County certainly has the support of teammates and coaches. “I think the expectations for Trent are very high,... Read More.

Hometown Favorites – Fruit Market | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Tuesday, July 1 by Riley Coffey

If you wanna eat local, The Fruit Market on US-127 in Russell Springs is one of those spots that’s just part of the routine. Known for its fresh produce, hot lunch specials, salad bar, and hand-dipped ice cream, it’s a place people around here... Read More.

Challenging freshman season helped UK golfer C.A. Carter | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Monday, June 30 by Zac Oakes

By LARRY VAUGHT C.A. Carter had an illustrious high school golf career at Lexington Christian as well as on various junior golf circuits. Still, she was not exactly sure what to expect during her freshman season at Kentucky when she averaged 75.6 strokes per... Read More.

Jack Givens knew SGA was a special talent at Kentucky | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Friday, June 20 by Zac Oakes

by LARRY VAUGHT Former Kentucky star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander was named the NBA’s Most Valuable Player and led Oklahoma City to the NBA Finals where he put his name into the record books. His 72 points in the first two career Finals games against Indiana... Read More.

UK wide receiver commit Prince Jean has strong relationship with L’Damian Washington | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Thursday, June 19 by Zac Oakes

by LARRY VAUGHT Receiver Prince Jean of Valdosta, Ga., worked to add about 15 pounds of muscle in the offseason to where he was up to 190 pounds when summer workouts/camps started. “I actually felt like I got faster even with the added weight,”... Read More.

Kentucky players thankful to have Mo Dioubate as a Wildcat | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Wednesday, June 18 by Zac Oakes

by LARRY VAUGHT Mo Dioubate was a big part of three Alabama wins over coach Mark Pope’s first Kentucky team, one reason Pope recruited the 6-foot-7 forward once he entered the transfer portal. Dioubate has 13 points and eight rebounds in Alabama’s SEC Tournament... Read More.

Hometown Favorites – The Country Cafe

Tuesday, June 17 by Riley Coffey

Tucked along KY-76, The Country Cafe is a local favorite that keeps things simple and satisfying. This small-town diner serves up Southern-style comfort food—think fresh-grilled burgers, hearty sandwiches, classic sides, and homemade pies that locals swear […]

Jager Burton has his confidence back heading into 2025 season | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Tuesday, June 17 by Zac Oakes

by LARRY VAUGHT Jager Burton has played in 38 games at Kentucky and started 34 of those games, including 10 in 2024. He was a four-star recruit coming out of Frederick Douglass High School in 2021 and considered one of the nation’s top 10... Read More.

Hometown Favorites – Creelsboro Country Store

Friday, June 13 by Riley Coffey

Creelsboro Country Store isn’t just a place to grab a bite—it’s a step back in time. Established in 1876, this beloved landmark has been part of the fabric of Russell County for generations. Inside, you’ll […]

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Kenny Brooks likes returning core for UK WBB | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Trent Noah has the support of teammates and coaches | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Hometown Favorites – Fruit Market | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Challenging freshman season helped UK golfer C.A. Carter | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Jack Givens knew SGA was a special talent at Kentucky | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

UK wide receiver commit Prince Jean has strong relationship with L’Damian Washington | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Kentucky players thankful to have Mo Dioubate as a Wildcat | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Hometown Favorites – The Country Cafe

Jager Burton has his confidence back heading into 2025 season | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Hometown Favorites – Creelsboro Country Store

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