Russell Springs excited to bring back Christmas lights in the park

Thursday, October 19 by Zac Oakes

The City of Russell Springs is excited to bring back Christmas lights at the city park this year. After a lot of positive feedback last year, Mayor Eddie Thomas said the city has added some […]

Marcum excited for new Climavision radar in Russell County

Tuesday, September 12 by Zac Oakes

The new Climavision radar is set to begin operation soon in Russell County. Judge Executive Randy Marcum said he has been working closely with the company and gave WJRS News some details on some important […]

Local tourism director excited about tourism spending in Russell County

Monday, August 14 by Zac Oakes

New data released from the state this week gives insight into how much money visitors to Russell County spend while they’re in the county. Last year, Russell County visitor spending increased from the previous two […]

Jack Givens Excited About Adou Thiero and Upcoming Season | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Thursday, August 10 by WJRS Staff

By LARRY VAUGHT Jack Givens was part of Kentucky’s 1978 national championship team that was sometimes criticized for being too intense and not having enough fun because of its quest to win the national title. Givens, the 1978 Final Four most outstanding player, already... Read More.

Weather officials excited to have Mesonet site up and running in Russell Co.

Thursday, June 8 by Derek Aaron

We continue today with more on the ribbon cutting ceremony that took place at Russell County’s new Kentucky Mesonet location earlier this week. The event brought several prominent officials in the state’s weather community to […]

Coen Returns to UK as Offensive Coordinator, and He’s Excited About Football Future | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Tuesday, January 17 by WJRS Staff

By LARRY VAUGHT New Kentucky offensive coordinator Liam Coen had a potent offense when he was at UK in 2021 behind the running-passing of Will Levis, big-play receiving by Wan’Dale Robinson and dominating running by Chris Rodriguez. He’s back at UK with the same... Read More.

Ervin excited about future of Laker band program

Wednesday, November 2 by Derek Aaron

With Tuesday night’s community performance and senior send-off, the Mighty Laker Band’s marching season has officially come to a close. The band, which finished fourth in the state in Class 3A this past weekend, now […]

Womack excited to be part of SES family

Monday, August 1 by Derek Aaron

Last week on local news we told you about a couple of new assistant principals within the local school district. Today, we hear from Faith Womack, the newest assistant principal at Salem Elementary School on […]

UK Volleyball Coach Skinner Excited About 2022 Season | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Wednesday, May 11 by WJRS Staff

By LARRY VAUGHT Craig Skinner never backs off challenging his team to get it ready to defend its Southeastern Conference championship and he certainly has not with his upcoming schedule.Kentucky, the 2020 national volleyball champion, will host three of last year’s Final Four teams... Read More.

UK Recruit/Signee Hickman Excited about Future with the Cats | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Sunday, April 4 by WJRS Staff

By LARRY VAUGHT There was only one fitting way for Kentucky signee Nolan Hickman Jr. to celebrate when he found out he had been named a McDonald’s All-American even if there is no all-star game again for him to play in this year. Hickman,... Read More.

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Russell Springs excited to bring back Christmas lights in the park

Marcum excited for new Climavision radar in Russell County

Local tourism director excited about tourism spending in Russell County

Jack Givens Excited About Adou Thiero and Upcoming Season | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Weather officials excited to have Mesonet site up and running in Russell Co.

Coen Returns to UK as Offensive Coordinator, and He’s Excited About Football Future | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Ervin excited about future of Laker band program

Womack excited to be part of SES family

UK Volleyball Coach Skinner Excited About 2022 Season | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

UK Recruit/Signee Hickman Excited about Future with the Cats | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

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