Will Stein has made former UK players like JoJo Kemp feel welcomed at Kentucky since taking over as head coach in December. | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Tuesday, June 2 by Zac Oakes

by LARRY VAUGHT Running back JoJo Kemp came to Kentucky from Florida and played for coach Mark Stops from 2013-16. He finished his Kentucky career with 338 carries for 1,709 yards and 19 touchdowns. In 356 total touches, he averaged 5.0 yards per play... Read More.

Local unemployment decreases nearly 2 percent in December

Friday, February 6 by Zac Oakes

Russell County’s unemployment rate decreased nearly 2 percent in December. The Kentucky Center for Statistics reported a local unemployment rate of 3.3 percent in December, down from 5.2 percent in December 2024. Russell County’s unemployment […]

Russell Springs Police had busy December

Monday, January 19 by Zac Oakes

Russell Springs Police had a busy December to wrap up 2025. Last month, Russell Springs Police officers responded to 467 calls for service and made 28 arrests. Russell Springs Police made 3 alcohol DUI arrests, […]

Deadline to change political party for upcoming primary election is December 31

Friday, December 26 by Zac Oakes

The deadline to change political parties for the upcoming primary election in May is coming up. Russell County Clerk Patti Glover is reminding Russell County voters they only have a few days remaining if they […]

Pulaski man indicted locally in December now facing federal indictments

Tuesday, April 29 by Zac Oakes

A Somerset man who was indicted on rape and sodomy charges by a Russell County grand jury in December is now facing federal charges. 32-year-old Jesus Alberto Chavez was indicted in federal court last Thursday […]

Somerset man indicted locally on rape charge in December now facing 45 charges in Pulaski County

Tuesday, April 8 by Zac Oakes

A Somerset man who was indicted on rape and sodomy charges by a Russell County grand jury in December has now been indicted on more than 40 sex crimes in Pulaski County. The Pulaski County […]

Russell County, Lake Cumberland area follow statewide trend in December unemployment rise

Friday, January 31 by Zac Oakes

Russell County and the Lake Cumberland area followed a statewide trend last month with a rise in unemployment. Russell County saw its unemployment rate rise 1.6 percent last month compared to December 2023, coming in […]

Sheriff’s Office responded to more than 500 calls in December

Friday, January 17 by Zac Oakes

The Russell County Sheriff’s Office responded to more than 500 calls in the month of December. Sheriff Derek Polston reported 505 calls for service last month, made 47 arrests, and performed 95 traffic stops. Sheriff’s […]

Bluegrass Signature Series returning in December, January | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Thursday, June 6 by Zac Oakes

By Larry Vaught The Bluegrass Signature Series — part of the Grind Session — will make several stops in Kentucky during the 2024-25 basketball season and bring some of the nation’s best high school age players to the Bluegrass. Games will be played Dec.... Read More.

Clerk’s Office only handling December vehicle renewals right now

Friday, December 15 by Zac Oakes

With the news that the county clerk’s office will be closed for vehicle transactions at the beginning of the new year, some residents with January renewals have been visiting the clerk’s office. County Clerk Patti […]

Current Weather

Stories tagged with: december

Will Stein has made former UK players like JoJo Kemp feel welcomed at Kentucky since taking over as head coach in December. | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Local unemployment decreases nearly 2 percent in December

Russell Springs Police had busy December

Deadline to change political party for upcoming primary election is December 31

Pulaski man indicted locally in December now facing federal indictments

Somerset man indicted locally on rape charge in December now facing 45 charges in Pulaski County

Russell County, Lake Cumberland area follow statewide trend in December unemployment rise

Sheriff’s Office responded to more than 500 calls in December

Bluegrass Signature Series returning in December, January | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Clerk’s Office only handling December vehicle renewals right now

Current Radar

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