UK Football recruiting still in solid shape | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Friday, November 29 by Zac Oakes

By Larry Vaught Kentucky’s record has not had a devastating impact on football recruiting with national signing day almost here. On3’s recruiting rankings have Kentucky No. 23 in the 2025 recruiting race. Last year UK’s signing class ranked 25th. Kentucky does not have a... Read More.

Travis Ford draws praise for work on SEC Network | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Thursday, November 28 by Zac Oakes

By Larry Vaught Former Kentucky guard Travis Ford helped the Wildcats reach the 1993 Final Four under coach Rick Pitino. The Cats lost in the national semifinals but Ford had 12 points, six assists, five rebounds and three steals in the loss. Ford was... Read More.

UK Volleyball getting healthy headed into postseason | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Tuesday, November 26 by Zac Oakes

By Larry Vaught Kentucky volleyball coach Craig Skinner has a terrific problem as his team prepares to start postseason play. For the first time since mid-September, he has both senior Erin Lamb and freshman Asia Thigpen healthy and able to play. “It’s a beautiful... Read More.

Laker Wrestling competes in first tournament | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Monday, November 25 by Zac Oakes

The Laker Wrestling team competed in its first-ever tournament over the weekend, as 28 Russell County wrestlers competed at the Central Hardin Bruin Brawl Middle School Invitational. The Lakers finished the day with 48 match wins, the 6th-most among 27 teams competing in the... Read More.

RCMS Basketball on the road this evening | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Monday, November 25 by Zac Oakes

The Russell County Middle School Basketball teams will be on the road this evening. The Lakers will travel to Tompkinsville for a matchup with Monroe County. This evening's games will get underway at 5 p.m. The Lakers will be back at home on December... Read More.

Jack Givens knows Mark Pope can do ‘special stuff’ | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Monday, November 25 by Zac Oakes

By LARRY VAUGHT Even before the season started, former Kentucky All-American Jack Givens knew that Mark Pope was the perfect hire for UK. “He went back and watched every game for every player from last year. How much commitment does that take with an... Read More.

RCMS Basketball continues winning ways | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Friday, November 22 by Zac Oakes

The Russell County Middle School Laker Basketball teams are continuing their winning ways. The Lakers picked up victories over Hart County and Clinton County this week. The 6th grade Lakers defeated Hart County 36-8 and Clinton County 33-12. Asher Bennett led the 6th grade... Read More.

Meet the Lakers is tonight | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Friday, November 22 by Zac Oakes

Meet the Lakers will take place tonight at Russell County High School. Meet the Lakers gets underway at 6 at the high school. Doors will open at 4:30 for food. The event will include introductions for winter sports teams, scrimmages, and a three-point shootout.

Hardwick named Academic All-Conference at CU | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Friday, November 22 by Zac Oakes

Russell County native Ayden Hardwick was named Academic All-Conference at Campbellsville University. In order to be nominated, a student-athlete must maintain a minimum grade point average of 3.25 and must be in their third term or fourth semester. Hardwick is a sophomore at Campbellsville... Read More.

Laker Bowling defeats Wayne County | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Friday, November 22 by Zac Oakes

On Tuesday the Laker Bowling Team took on the Wayne County Cardinals at Ralphie’s Fun Center in Glasgow. The Lakers came away with a victory winning the match 6 games to 3. High scores for the match were Chase White at 194 and Phillip... Read More.

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UK Football recruiting still in solid shape | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Travis Ford draws praise for work on SEC Network | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

UK Volleyball getting healthy headed into postseason | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Laker Wrestling competes in first tournament | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

RCMS Basketball on the road this evening | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Jack Givens knows Mark Pope can do ‘special stuff’ | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

RCMS Basketball continues winning ways | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Meet the Lakers is tonight | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Hardwick named Academic All-Conference at CU | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Laker Bowling defeats Wayne County | 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