Russell County man arrested in Adair County

Friday, October 3 by Zac Oakes

A Russell County man was arrested in Adair County yesterday. 19-year-old Derrick Roshaun Ritter was arrested and charged with criminal mischief, shoplifting, speeding 26 miles per hour or more over the limit, reckless driving, and […]

Russell County Soccer stats as regular season concludes | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Friday, October 3 by Zac Oakes

The Russell County Laker and Lady Laker Soccer teams have wrapped up their regular seasons and now head into postseason play. Here's a look at some of the teams' stats from the regular season. Russell County Lady Lakers: Regular season record: 14-3-1 / 4-0... Read More.

County property tax bills mailed out

Wednesday, October 1 by Zac Oakes

Property tax bills will soon be landing in mailboxes across the county. More than $13 million in tax bills were sent out this year by the Russell County Sheriff’s Office. Those who pay their tax […]

Elizabeth Parker, age 91, of Russell County

Tuesday, September 30 by Sean Hammond

Elizabeth Betty Parker, passed away peacefully in her sleep on Wednesday, September 17, 2025 at the age of 91. Betty (the name she selected for family and friends to use) was the daughter of the […]

Laker Band named Reserve Grand Champion at Estill County competition

Monday, September 29 by Zac Oakes

The Laker Band was named Reserve Grand Champion at the Estill County competition on Saturday. The Laker Band finished ahead of two other AAA bands in the finals, finishing just behind AAAA Harrison County in […]

Duo Broadband nearly has fiber optic to every home in Russell County

Monday, September 29 by Zac Oakes

Duo Broadband is nearly completed with a major project aimed at providing fiber optics to homes across every portion of the county. Duo Broadband CEO Tom Preston was on Community Conversation on WJRS and said […]

Lakers fall to 3-3 with loss to Green County | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Monday, September 29 by Zac Oakes

The Laker Football team fell to 3-3 on the season with a loss at home to Green County Friday night. The Dragons defeated the Lakers by a score of 58-21. The Lakers have a bye week this week before diving into district play. The... Read More.

Laker Football hosts Green County for Homecoming tonight | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Friday, September 26 by Zac Oakes

The Laker Football team is at home tonight, hosting Green County. It'll also be Homecoming tonight at Finley Field, as the Lakers face off against the Dragons. Kickoff for tonight's game is scheduled for 7 p.m. We will have pregame coverage with the Stephens... Read More.

Taylor County man arrested after allegedly stealing city truck, trailer and mowers

Thursday, September 25 by Zac Oakes

A man in nearby Taylor County was arrested after he allegedly stole a truck, trailer, and mowers belonging to the City of Campbellsville. An investigation began last Thursday after the items were reported stolen from […]

Two former Adair County Jail employees arrested on charges including theft and official misconduct

Wednesday, September 24 by Zac Oakes

Two former employees at the Adair County Jail have been arrested on indictment warrants including charges of theft and official misconduct. The Columbia Police Department said Montie D. Shover, age 55, and Misty M. Shover, […]

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Russell County man arrested in Adair County

Russell County Soccer stats as regular season concludes | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

County property tax bills mailed out

Elizabeth Parker, age 91, of Russell County

Laker Band named Reserve Grand Champion at Estill County competition

Duo Broadband nearly has fiber optic to every home in Russell County

Lakers fall to 3-3 with loss to Green County | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Laker Football hosts Green County for Homecoming tonight | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Taylor County man arrested after allegedly stealing city truck, trailer and mowers

Two former Adair County Jail employees arrested on charges including theft and official misconduct

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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