State Announces New Restrictions on Monday In Face of Increasing COVID-19 Cases | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Monday, July 27 by WJRS Staff

Frankfort, KY - Gov. Andy Beshear on Monday announced several new measures to stem the rising number of cases of the novel coronavirus 2019 (COVID-19) in the commonwealth. "At a time when Kentucky is dealing with a surge in the coronavirus, knowing where other... Read More.

Escalating COVID-19 Cases Concerning to White House and State Officials, Beshear Says Sunday | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Sunday, July 26 by WJRS Staff

Gov. Andy Beshear on Sunday updated Kentuckians on the commonwealth’s ongoing fight against the novel coronavirus 2019 (COVID-19). “I want you to know that the White House and Kentucky state government are in complete agreement that the escalation of cases is going to require... Read More.

Escalating Cases of COVID-19 Concerning to White House and State Officials, Beshear Says Sunday | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Sunday, July 26 by WJRS Staff

Gov. Andy Beshear on Sunday updated Kentuckians on the commonwealth’s ongoing fight against the novel coronavirus 2019 (COVID-19). “I want you to know that the White House and Kentucky state government are in complete agreement that the escalation of cases is going to require... Read More.

Saturday Shows Second Highest Number of COVID-19 Cases in Kentucky

Saturday, July 25 by WJRS Staff

Gov. Andy Beshear on Saturday, once again, announced the second-highest single-day total of novel coronavirus 2019 (COVID-19) cases in Kentucky. “Today’s numbers continue a concerning increase in the number of COVID-19 cases in our commonwealth,” […]

Two New COVID-19 Cases in RC, 39 New Cases Across the Lake Cumberland Area | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Friday, July 24 by Sean Hammond

The Lake Cumberland District Health Department reported 39 new cases of COVID-19 on Friday. Adair County led the way in the district with 11 new cases. Russell County had two new cases, Casey 5, Clinton 1, Cumberland 7, Pulaski 7, Taylor and Wayne County... Read More.

Another Annual Event Cancelled Due to COVID-19

Friday, July 24 by Sean Hammond

One of the area’s top annual festivals has been cancelled for this year. The Foothills Festival, held the third weekend each October in downtown Albany, will not be held this year due to the concerns […]

Two New COVID-19 Cases in RC; Over 600 More Confirmed Statewide | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Friday, July 24 by Sean Hammond

Kentucky announced 611 new cases of COVID-19 across the state yesterday, bringing the state total above 25,000 during a spike in cases over the past month. Governor Andy Beshear announced seven more deaths, bringing the state’s total to 684. There are 581 Kentuckians hospitalized... Read More.

New COVID-19 Case in RC | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Thursday, July 23 by Sean Hammond

The rate of new COVID-19 infections continues to climb across Kentucky, as the state announced 518 new cases of the virus on Wednesday. Governor Andy Beshear, who appeared live on WJRS yesterday morning, said that state is certainly seeing an escalation in cases, and... Read More.

Over 670 New COVID-19 Cases Confirmed in the State Tuesday | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Wednesday, July 22 by Sean Hammond

The surge of COVID-19 continues in Kentucky as 674 new cases of the coronavirus were announced on Tuesday, bringing the case total to just over 24 thousand. Governor Andy Beshear said that was not good news. Three more people with the virus have died,... Read More.

Four New COVID-19 Cases in RC; New State Guidance Announced | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Tuesday, July 21 by Sean Hammond

State officials announced yesterday 258 new cases of COVID-19 Monday, prompting Governor Andy Beshear to limit the size of social gatherings to 10 people. Monday’s numbers, on top of almost 1500 new cases over the weekend, resulted in Beshear also recommending a 14-day quarantine... Read More.

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State Announces New Restrictions on Monday In Face of Increasing COVID-19 Cases | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Escalating COVID-19 Cases Concerning to White House and State Officials, Beshear Says Sunday | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Escalating Cases of COVID-19 Concerning to White House and State Officials, Beshear Says Sunday | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Saturday Shows Second Highest Number of COVID-19 Cases in Kentucky

Two New COVID-19 Cases in RC, 39 New Cases Across the Lake Cumberland Area | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Another Annual Event Cancelled Due to COVID-19

Two New COVID-19 Cases in RC; Over 600 More Confirmed Statewide | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

New COVID-19 Case in RC | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Over 670 New COVID-19 Cases Confirmed in the State Tuesday | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Four New COVID-19 Cases in RC; New State Guidance Announced | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

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