Russell County High School TSA shines at state competition

Tuesday, March 24 by Zac Oakes

The Russell County High School Technology Student Association had a strong showing at state competition. The Drone Team earned a first-place finish. The team consists of Mason Withers, Carson Godby, Asa Woodcock, Jorge Garcia, and […]

Russell County Hospital Board of Directors to meet today

Tuesday, March 24 by Zac Oakes

The Russell County Hospital Board of Directors will hold its regular monthly meeting today. The board will meet at 4 p.m. in the conference room at the hospital. Board meetings are open to the public. […]

Lady Laker Softball defeats Adair County | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Tuesday, March 24 by Zac Oakes

The Lady Laker Softball team picked up a 9-5 victory over Adair County last night. Brylie Hardwick led the Lady Lakers with a pair of hits, including a three-run home run in the 4th inning. Mikenzie McClure and Emma Wilson each added a pair... Read More.

Lakers drop district game to Monroe County | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Tuesday, March 24 by Zac Oakes

The Laker Baseball team dropped a district game to Monroe County last night by a score of 3-2. The Lakers trailed 3-1 headed into the final frame. The Lakers scored one run in the bottom of the 7th and had the bases loaded, but... Read More.

Russell County to host track meet | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Tuesday, March 24 by Zac Oakes

Russell County will host a track meet today at the First National Bank Athletic Complex. Russell County will host Casey, Cumberland County, Glasgow, Somerset, and Southwestern for the meet today. The meet will get underway at 4:30 this afternoon.

Laker Baseball victorious at Barren County | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Monday, March 23 by Zac Oakes

The Laker Baseball team picked up its first win of the season on the road at Barren County Friday night by a score of 4-2. Tanner Stringer finished with a hit and a run batted in. Brody Terry and Jace Skaggs each drove in... Read More.

RCMS Softball shuts out Wayne County, goes 1-2-1 in tournament on Saturday | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Monday, March 23 by Zac Oakes

The Russell County Middle School Lady Laker Softball team shut out Wayne County on Friday, winning 12-0. Lillian Davis pitched a 3-inning shutout, giving up just 1 hit and striking out 7 batters. Hallie Knight finished the game with 2 hits and 2 runs... Read More.

Lady Laker Softball opens season with win over Green County | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Friday, March 20 by Zac Oakes

The Russell County Lady Laker Softball team opened its season with a win on the road at Green County last night by a score of 15-3. Rylen McGowan hit her first home-run of the season in the victory as part of a two-hit performance.... Read More.

Laker Baseball falls in season opener to Taylor County | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Friday, March 20 by Zac Oakes

The Laker Baseball team fell in its season opener to Taylor County last night by a score of 7-0. The Lakers struggled against Taylor County pitcher Cole McLean, who was last year's Kentucky Gatorade Player of the Year and is committed to play for... Read More.

Russell County Schools Anchor of Hope Food Pantry continues to serve students and families

Thursday, March 19 by Zac Oakes

The Russell County Schools Anchor of Hope Food Pantry continues to serve students and families in the community. Russell County Schools Superintendent Michael Ford gave WJRS News an update on the work the pantry has […]

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Russell County High School TSA shines at state competition

Russell County Hospital Board of Directors to meet today

Lady Laker Softball defeats Adair County | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Lakers drop district game to Monroe County | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Russell County to host track meet | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Laker Baseball victorious at Barren County | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

RCMS Softball shuts out Wayne County, goes 1-2-1 in tournament on Saturday | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Lady Laker Softball opens season with win over Green County | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Laker Baseball falls in season opener to Taylor County | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Russell County Schools Anchor of Hope Food Pantry continues to serve students and families

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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