Pratt named 2025 Russell County Distinguished Young Woman

Wednesday, October 2 by Zac Oakes

Russell County High School Senior Emmy Pratt was recently named the 2025 Russell County Distinguished Young Woman. Her performance, both on and off the stage consisting of scholastics, interview, talent, self-expression, and fitness, earned her […]

Four Russell Springs residents indicted in Adair County

Wednesday, October 2 by Zac Oakes

Four Russell Springs residents were recently indicted in Adair County. The Adair County grand jury handed down indictments against the following individuals: Lindsey J. Buckingham charged with possession of methamphetamine, possession of opiates, possession of […]

Law enforcement investigates weekend shooting in Casey County

Wednesday, October 2 by Zac Oakes

Law enforcement officers in neighboring Casey County are investigating a shooting that occurred over the weekend. According to reports, a man was reported shot shortly after 2 p.m. local time Sunday on Shugars Hill Road […]

Lady Laker Volleyball falls at Wayne, goes on the road to Adair County today; Lady Laker Soccer hosts senior night tomorrow | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Wednesday, October 2 by Zac Oakes

The Russell County Lady Laker Volleyball team fell at Wayne County last night two sets to zero. The Lady Lakers will look to get back in the win column this evening when they go on the road to Adair County. Tonight's matchup is scheduled... Read More.

Clinton County Fiscal Court denies extra funding for sheriff’s office again

Tuesday, October 1 by Zac Oakes

Around two months ago, we reported on WJRS News about controversy brewing in neighboring Clinton County about the county’s fiscal court opting not to renew extra funding that had been provided for the Clinton County […]

Russell County, Lake Cumberland area saw notable jumps in unemployment in August

Friday, September 27 by Zac Oakes

Russell County, and the Lake Cumberland area as a whole, saw significant increases in unemployment in August. Russell County’s unemployment rate last month came in at 6.2 percent, up from 4.8 percent in August 2023. […]

Alene Tucker Blair, age 87, of Stanford, Formerly of Russell County

Thursday, September 26 by Sean Hammond

Alene Tucker Blair, age 87, of Stanford, Kentucky, passed away peacefully Wednesday, September 25, 2024, surrounded by her loved ones. Born Monday, August 16, 1937, in Russell County, Kentucky, she was the daughter of the […]

New sheriff, jailer in Adair County sworn-in

Thursday, September 26 by Zac Oakes

Two new county officials were sworn-in Tuesday night in Adair County. Jamie Richard was sworn-in as the next Adair County Sheriff, and Buddy Powell was sworn-in as the next Adair County Jailer. Richard currently serves […]

Monday Night Russell County Sports Results | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Tuesday, September 24 by Zac Oakes

Several Russell County Athletics teams were in action last night. The Lady Laker Volleyball team hosted Cumberland County last night, with freshman and JV teams picking up victories and varsity coming away with a 3-0 win over the Lady Panthers. The Lady Laker Soccer... Read More.

Laker Band named champions at Barren County Invitational

Monday, September 23 by Zac Oakes

The Laker Band was named Grand Champions this weekend at the Barren County Invitational. In Saturday night’s finals, the Laker Band was awarded Best Overall Music, Best Overall Visual, Best Overall Effect, and Best Overall […]

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Pratt named 2025 Russell County Distinguished Young Woman

Four Russell Springs residents indicted in Adair County

Law enforcement investigates weekend shooting in Casey County

Lady Laker Volleyball falls at Wayne, goes on the road to Adair County today; Lady Laker Soccer hosts senior night tomorrow | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Clinton County Fiscal Court denies extra funding for sheriff’s office again

Russell County, Lake Cumberland area saw notable jumps in unemployment in August

Alene Tucker Blair, age 87, of Stanford, Formerly of Russell County

New sheriff, jailer in Adair County sworn-in

Monday Night Russell County Sports Results | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Laker Band named champions at Barren County Invitational

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Obituaries

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