Lady Lakers, Lakers pick up district wins at home over Metcalfe County | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Wednesday, February 4 by Zac Oakes

The Russell County Lady Lakers and Lakers were both victorious in a district doubleheader at home last night against Metcalfe County. Trailing 47-46 in overtime, Russell County's Carigann Carpenter hit a three-pointer near the top of the key with about 17 seconds remaining to... Read More.

Governor says Adair County woman is 16th death in connection with winter storm

Tuesday, February 3 by Zac Oakes

Governor Andy Beshear reported yesterday that an Adair County woman is the 16th death in the state in connection to Winter Storm Fern. According to the Governor’s Office, the woman was 75-years-old. The Adair County […]

Russell County hosts Metcalfe County in district doubleheader tonight | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Tuesday, February 3 by Zac Oakes

Russell County is set to host Metcalfe County tonight in a district doubleheader at Laker Gym. Tonight's games are scheduled to get underway at 6 p.m. with the girls game and boys to follow. In the first matchup on December 16, the Lady Lakers... Read More.

28 individuals indicted by Russell County grand jury

Monday, February 2 by Zac Oakes

A Russell County grand jury handed up indictments against 28 individuals last week. Those indicted include the following: Regena Roy, age 45, of Russell Springs, charged with manslaughter second degree and abuse or neglect of […]

Six Russell County youth wrestlers qualify for state | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Monday, February 2 by Zac Oakes

Six Russell County youth wrestlers recently qualified for state competition. At the region competition, Liam Boreing and Tamerlan Dugger came away with 1st place finishes. Tucker McGowan finished 3rd place and Levi Menix finished 4th. Carson Smith and Kyrin Lawson each earned a 5th... Read More.

Russell County, other area schools remain closed due to road conditions

Monday, February 2 by Zac Oakes

Russell County and several other area schools remain closed today due to hazardous road conditions. Schools in Russell, Adair, Casey, Clinton, Cumberland, Wayne, Metcalfe and Pulaski counties are utilizing NTI or Non-Traditional Instruction today due […]

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Lady Lakers, Lakers pick up district wins at home over Metcalfe County | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Governor says Adair County woman is 16th death in connection with winter storm

Russell County hosts Metcalfe County in district doubleheader tonight | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

28 individuals indicted by Russell County grand jury

Six Russell County youth wrestlers qualify for state | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Russell County, other area schools remain closed due to road conditions

Russell County vs Cumberland County games postponed | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Russell County Search and Rescue has been busy helping during winter storm

Marcum says county workers, volunteers have focused on downed trees

Russell County Emergency Management advising people to stay off roads

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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