Kam Williams is first transfer to commit to UK this cycle | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Wednesday, April 2 by Zac Oakes

by LARRY VAUGHT Because Kentucky is “very slanted toward a pro-style” offense with a lot of ball movement it is easier in a lot of ways for coach Mark Pope to find players that fit his system in the best in the transfer portal.... Read More.

RCMS Track competes at Pulaski | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Tuesday, April 1 by Zac Oakes

The Russell County Middle School track team competed at Pulaski County on Monday. Girls 100 M Hurdles-Marley Pickard 1st, Victoria Strong 2nd 100 M Dash-Marley Pickard 3rd, Lyla Root 8th 200 M Dash-Marley Pickard 6th, Harper Stearns 7th 400 M Dash-Emory McFarland 6th, Hunter... Read More.

McGowan homers twice, but Lady Lakers fall to Wayne County | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Tuesday, April 1 by Zac Oakes

Rylen McGowan hit her third and fourth home runs of the season last night, but the Lady Lakers fell to Wayne County by a score of 14-3. McGowan drove in all three runs as part of a 4-hit performance to lead Russell County. Camdin... Read More.

Laker Baseball to host Metcalfe County tonight | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Tuesday, April 1 by Zac Oakes

The Laker Baseball team will be in district action tonight, hosting Metcalfe County. The Lakers hold a 1-0 record in district play, while the Hornets are 0-1 in district. First pitch for tonight's matchup between Russell County and Metcalfe County is set for 5:30.

Bolin signs to play basketball at LWC | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Tuesday, April 1 by Zac Oakes

Russell County senior Rachel Bolin signed to play basketball at Lindsey Wilson College yesterday afternoon. Before an injury kept her out the remainder of the season, Bolin averaged over 11 points per game and 6.5 rebounds for the Lady Lakers this season. Bolin spoke... Read More.

RCMS Baseball defeats Metcalfe; Lakers and Lady Lakers on the road tonight | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Tuesday, April 1 by Zac Oakes

The Russell County Middle School Laker Baseball team defeated Metcalfe County 7-1 last night. Keaton Garner drove in a team-high 4 runs for Russell County on 2 hits, including a home run. Keenan Stille drove in 2 runs for the Lakers. Layten Roy picked... Read More.

Kentucky freshman Trent Noah has helped inspire other 13th Region players to believe their dreams can come true. | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Tuesday, April 1 by Zac Oakes

by LARRY VAUGHT North Laurel’s Reed Sheppard played in the 2022 and 2023 state tournaments representing the 13th Region while Trent Noah of Harlan County played in the state tourney in 2024 and reached the championship game. Several “mountain” teams were in last week’s... Read More.

Laker Baseball defeats Southwestern, falls to Boyle County | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Monday, March 31 by Zac Oakes

The Laker Baseball team defeated Southwestern on Friday night, and fell to Boyle County on Saturday. The Lakers defeated Southwestern by a score of 8-6 in 8 innings. Owen Loy led the Lakers with 3 hits, driving in 3 runs. Mayes Gosser and Carter... Read More.

RCHS Softball has big day in win over Hart County | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Monday, March 31 by Zac Oakes

The Russell County High School Lady Laker Softball team picked up a shutout win over Hart County Friday night. The Lady Lakers came away with a 10-0 win in five innings. Mallie McQueary had a big day at the plate, coming up with 3... Read More.

RCMS Softball easily defeats Campbellsville, on the road at Adair tonight | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Monday, March 31 by Zac Oakes

The Russell County Middle School Softball team easily defeated Campbellsville on Friday by a score of 15-0. The Lady Lakers were led by Kinsley Wilson and Molly Clark, who each finished the day with 3 hits and 2 RBI. Raelyn Warriner, Kerigan Aaron, and... Read More.

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Kam Williams is first transfer to commit to UK this cycle | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

RCMS Track competes at Pulaski | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

McGowan homers twice, but Lady Lakers fall to Wayne County | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Laker Baseball to host Metcalfe County tonight | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Bolin signs to play basketball at LWC | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

RCMS Baseball defeats Metcalfe; Lakers and Lady Lakers on the road tonight | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Kentucky freshman Trent Noah has helped inspire other 13th Region players to believe their dreams can come true. | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Laker Baseball defeats Southwestern, falls to Boyle County | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

RCHS Softball has big day in win over Hart County | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

RCMS Softball easily defeats Campbellsville, on the road at Adair tonight | 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