Randal Keith Nation, age 78, of Jamestown, formerly of Cumberland County

Wednesday, February 4 by Zac Oakes

Randal Keith Nation, of Jamestown, formerly of Cumberland County, passed away Tuesday February 3, 2026, at Russell County Hospital. He was 78 years of age. Born August 28,1947, in Burkesville, he was a son of […]

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

Friday, January 30 by Zac Oakes

The basketball district doubleheader between Russell County and Cumberland County scheduled for tonight has been postponed due to weather. A make-up date for the games has not yet been announced.

Russell County unemployment among lowest in Lake Cumberland area in November

Tuesday, January 20 by Zac Oakes

Russell County’s unemployment rate was among the lowest in the Lake Cumberland area for the month of November. The Kentucky Center for Statistics reported a 4.1 percent unemployment rate for Russell County in November. The […]

Whooping Cough cases on the rise in Lake Cumberland area

Friday, January 16 by Zac Oakes

The Lake Cumberland area is seeing an increase in the number of cases of pertussis, commonly known as whooping cough. Pertussis is a highly contagious disease that poses a serious health risk, especially to infants […]

Laker Dance competes at Lake Cumberland Classic

Monday, January 12 by Zac Oakes

The Laker Dance team competed at the Lake Cumberland Classic in Somerset over the weekend. The high school team finished 2nd in both the Pom and Jazz competitions. The middle school team finished 1st in […]

Traffic accident fatalities decrease slightly in Lake Cumberland

Wednesday, December 31 by Zac Oakes

As 2025 comes to an end, the Kentucky Office of Highway Safety reports the Lake Cumberland area has experienced a slight decrease in the number of traffic fatalities compared to 2024. In 2025, the office […]

Lakers defeat Cumberland County, Lady Lakers fall to Lady Panthers | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Wednesday, December 10 by Zac Oakes

Russell County split a pair of games at Cumberland County last night in the first district doubleheader of the season. In the first game, the Lady Lakers fell to the Lady Panthers by a score of 55-47. McKenna Ccamaque led Russell County with a... Read More.

Russell County travels to Cumberland County for district doubleheader tonight | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Tuesday, December 9 by Zac Oakes

The Laker and Lady Laker Basketball teams will go on the road for a district doubleheader at Cumberland County tonight. It's the first district games of the season for Russell County and Cumberland County. Tip-off for the girls game is set for 6:00 this... Read More.

Lake Cumberland State Resort Park to receive $7.4M in upgrades

Thursday, October 30 by Zac Oakes

Lake Cumberland State Resort Park will soon be receiving some major upgrades. The Kentucky Tourism, Arts and Heritage Cabinet announced the state park will receive $7.4 million in upgrades to enhance the visitor experience and […]

Russell Creek Bridge on Cumberland Parkway reduced to one lane next Monday

Tuesday, October 28 by Zac Oakes

The District 8 Transportation Office announced Russell Creek Bridge on the Cumberland Parkway will be reduced to one lane next Monday for bridge inspection. Lane closures will begin at around 8 a.m. Monday and continue […]

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Randal Keith Nation, age 78, of Jamestown, formerly of Cumberland County

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

Russell County unemployment among lowest in Lake Cumberland area in November

Whooping Cough cases on the rise in Lake Cumberland area

Laker Dance competes at Lake Cumberland Classic

Traffic accident fatalities decrease slightly in Lake Cumberland

Lakers defeat Cumberland County, Lady Lakers fall to Lady Panthers | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Russell County travels to Cumberland County for district doubleheader tonight | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Lake Cumberland State Resort Park to receive $7.4M in upgrades

Russell Creek Bridge on Cumberland Parkway reduced to one lane next Monday

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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