KY Adds Nearly 1,000 COVID-19 Cases Sunday | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Monday, July 20 by Sean Hammond

Yesterday, nearly 1,000 new cases of the coronavirus were reported in Kentucky, making it "by far" the largest single-day total yet. The almost 1500 new cases over the weekend prompted Governor Andy Beshear to say last evening that the state would have to do... Read More.

“All Things Russell” Regarding Public Health and COVID-19 July 17, 2020 | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Friday, July 17 by Sean Hammond

Today's program features Jonathan Dye, of the Lake Cumberland District Health Department and Michael Ford, Superintendent of Russell County Schools. Jeff talks with Mr. Dye and Mr. Ford about the reopening of schools in August amid the COVID-19 pandemic and what it could potentially... Read More.

COVID-19 Cases Continue to Escalate | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Friday, July 17 by Sean Hammond

The number of COVID-19 cases in the Lake Cumberland area continue to rise significantly and public health officials say that despite the number count, the virus is widespread. Yesterday, 25 new cases were reported in the area, which followed the 29 new cases reported... Read More.

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

Thursday, July 16 by Sean Hammond

Yesterday was not a good day for COVID-19 cases in the Lake Cumberland area. There were 29 total new cases in the area, with 10 of those being in Casey county and 7 new cases in Russell County. County Judge-Executive Gary Robertson says the... Read More.

Kentucky Records Largest Single Daily Increase of COVID-19 Cases | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Wednesday, July 15 by Sean Hammond

The Lake Cumberland District Health Department reported last night one death in the area yesterday from COVID-19. The death was a 73 year old male from Casey County. It was the third day in a row of a reported death in the area. In... Read More.

Local Senator Tests Positive for COVID-19 | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Tuesday, July 14 by Sean Hammond

A local state legislator has tested positive for COVID-19. In a statement released yesterday afternoon, State Senator Max Wise of Campbellsville said he tested positive for the virus on two separate tests this past Friday. Wise told WJRS NEWS last evening he was feeling... Read More.

Over 19,000 COVID-19 Cases in Kentucky | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Monday, July 13 by Sean Hammond

Kentucky reported 277 new COVID-19 cases on Sunday, raising the total of cases to just over 19 thousand statewide, and capping a week in which the state reported a nearly 50 percent increase in cases over the prior week. After reporting three new cases... Read More.

COVID-19 Claims the Life of a Russell County Man

Friday, July 10 by Sean Hammond

A well known Russell County man lost his short battle with COVID-19 yesterday, becoming the county’s fifth death as a result of the pandemic since mid March. 69 year old Dennis Wilson of Russell Springs […]

Shirley Robertson Daulton Discusses Way to Help Slow Down COVID-19 | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Thursday, July 9 by Sean Hammond

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Four New COVID-19 Cases Confirmed in RC Wednesday | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Thursday, July 9 by Sean Hammond

The continuing acceleration of new coronavirus cases across Kentucky on Wednesday may lead to additional requirements from the public as early as today. The numbers escalating rapidly here in Russell County as well. Gov. Andy Beshear announced yesterday the state had 402 new cases... Read More.

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KY Adds Nearly 1,000 COVID-19 Cases Sunday | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

“All Things Russell” Regarding Public Health and COVID-19 July 17, 2020 | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

COVID-19 Cases Continue to Escalate | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

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

Kentucky Records Largest Single Daily Increase of COVID-19 Cases | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Local Senator Tests Positive for COVID-19 | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Over 19,000 COVID-19 Cases in Kentucky | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

COVID-19 Claims the Life of a Russell County Man

Shirley Robertson Daulton Discusses Way to Help Slow Down COVID-19 | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Four New COVID-19 Cases Confirmed in RC Wednesday | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

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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