Russell County to host Barren County in home doubleheader tonight | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Thursday, February 20 by Zac Oakes

Russell County is scheduled to host Barren County at home for a basketball doubleheader at Laker Gym tonight. Barring any changes, tip-off between the Lady Lakers and Trojanettes is set for 6 p.m. with the boys game to follow. This is scheduled to be... Read More.

One dead, one seriously injured in Tuesday morning Clinton County wreck

Wednesday, February 19 by Zac Oakes

One person is dead and another seriously injured following a Tuesday morning wreck on Highway 127 in Clinton County. Kentucky State Police say 21-year-old Andrew Ridge was traveling south on Highway 127 when he crossed […]

Fatal wreck reported in Clinton County

Tuesday, February 18 by Zac Oakes

At least one person is dead following a fatal collision on Highway 127 in neighboring Clinton County this morning. The collision occurred sometime around 8:30 this morning and involved a tanker truck and a pickup […]

Phyllis Athena Lawless, age 88, Formerly of Russell County

Tuesday, February 18 by Sean Hammond

Phyllis Athena Lawless age 88, of Louisville Ky passed away Friday February 14th, 2025, at the University of Louisville hospital. She was preceded in death by Mother, Eula Phelps Wisdom; Father, Edwin ‘Doc’ Wisdom; Husband, […]

Russell County Emergency Management preparing for winter storm | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Tuesday, February 18 by Zac Oakes

Russell County Emergency Management Director Michael Tojo Bray said he and other officials are preparing for winter weather to make its way into the area this evening into the morning. Bray said anyone who needs assistance during the winter weather should contact 911. Stay... Read More.

Assault reported at Adair County Jail

Monday, February 17 by Zac Oakes

Columbia Police officers were called out at around 10 p.m. Saturday to a reported assault at the Adair County Jail. Police say 30-year-old Kanissa’ai Thompson was charged with assault 2nd degree and strangulation 1st degree; […]

Russell County defeats Clinton County in last district games of the season | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Friday, February 14 by Zac Oakes

The Russell County Lakers and Lady Lakers were victorious over Clinton County in the last district games of the regular season last night. The Lady Lakers won the opening game, defeating Clinton County 40-38 in overtime as Addison Hart connected on a three in... Read More.

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Russell County to host Barren County in home doubleheader tonight | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

One dead, one seriously injured in Tuesday morning Clinton County wreck

Fatal wreck reported in Clinton County

Phyllis Athena Lawless, age 88, Formerly of Russell County

Russell County Emergency Management preparing for winter storm | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Assault reported at Adair County Jail

Russell County defeats Clinton County in last district games of the season | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

William David Walters, age 86, of Jessamine County

Russell County hosts Clinton County in last district doubleheader of regular season

Tennessee man indicted on charges after allegedly assaulting fire chief, constable in Adair County

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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