Russell County 8U Lady Lakers Make History with State Tournament Berth

Saturday, July 11 by WJRS Staff

The Russell County 8U Lady Lakers are making history this weekend as they become the first 8-and-under softball team from Russell County to qualify for the Kentucky State Tournament. The Lady Lakers will travel to […]

Russell County 8U Lady Lakers Make History with State Tournament Berth | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Friday, July 10 by WJRS Staff

The Russell County 8U Lady Lakers are making history this weekend as they become the first 8-and-under softball team from Russell County to qualify for the Kentucky State Tournament. The Lady Lakers will travel to Marion County for state tournament play, where they'll open... Read More.

Laker Wrestling picks up first dual meet victory in program history on Saturday | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Monday, December 22 by Zac Oakes

The Laker Wrestling team picked up its first dual meet victory in program history on Saturday, defeating Adair County. The Laker Wrestling team finished the day 1-2 with losses to Pulaski County and LaRue County.

Laker Soccer wins first region tournament game in program history | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Monday, October 13 by Zac Oakes

The Laker Soccer team won its first region tournament game in program history last night, defeating the Warren East Raiders by a score of 5-1. Luis Lopez scored a game-high two goals for the Lakers. Jose Lopez, Andre Perez, and Xavi Medrano each scored... Read More.

Wilkerson discusses history of local library at Chamber meeting

Wednesday, March 19 by Zac Oakes

The Russell County Chamber of Commerce met at the Russell County Public Library yesterday with Donnie Wilkerson as the featured speaker. Wilkerson spoke to the crowd of local business professionals about the history of the […]

Lindsey Wilson College to hold largest winter commencement ceremony in school history tomorrow

Friday, December 6 by Zac Oakes

By LWC Public Relations Lindsey Wilson College will hold its 120th commencement ceremony on Saturday, Dec. 7. This will be the largest winter commencement in the 121-year history of the college. A total of 843 […]

Ag Tag program has best year in history

Tuesday, August 22 by Zac Oakes

The state Ag Tag program had its best year in history this year. Kentucky farmers donated nearly $736,000 to the Ag Tag Program this year, the largest amount donated in a single year since the […]

McFall claims first regional tennis title in RCHS history | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Wednesday, May 24 by Zac Oakes

Russell County High School Senior Lucas McFall made school history yesterday, claiming the first regional singles title for tennis in school history. The 32-person tournament began last week, with McFall capping off the tournament defeating Bowling Green's Houston St. John. With the win, McFall... Read More.

LWC to graduate largest class in school history

Friday, April 29 by Derek Aaron

Lindsey Wilson College will cap off its largest class in school history at this year’s spring commencement. The 115th Lindsey Wilson College commencement ceremony will be held at 10 a.m., rain or shine, on Saturday, […]

Kentucky History Caucus is formed

Wednesday, March 16 by Derek Aaron

A resolution establishing the Kentucky History Caucus was heard on Tuesday in Frankfort. Keith West details “Old Capitol Day” for WJRS NEWS…

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Russell County 8U Lady Lakers Make History with State Tournament Berth

Russell County 8U Lady Lakers Make History with State Tournament Berth | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Laker Wrestling picks up first dual meet victory in program history on Saturday | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Laker Soccer wins first region tournament game in program history | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Wilkerson discusses history of local library at Chamber meeting

Lindsey Wilson College to hold largest winter commencement ceremony in school history tomorrow

Ag Tag program has best year in history

McFall claims first regional tennis title in RCHS history | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

LWC to graduate largest class in school history

Kentucky History Caucus is formed

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Jeffrey L. Scholl, 61, of Indianapolis

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Ronald L. Wesley, 95, of Jamestown