Mystery Seeds From China Showing Up in Kentucky

Wednesday, July 29 by Sean Hammond

Some Kentucky residents, including some here in Russell County have reported receiving mystery seeds from China. Russell County Extension Agent for Agriculture and Natural Resources Jonathan Oakes spoke to WJRS News about what residents should […]

New Guidance Announced for Courts Across Kentucky

Tuesday, July 28 by Sean Hammond

The Kentucky Supreme Court entered two orders yesterday which provide further guidance on how the Judicial Branch and local circuit clerk’s offices can safely carry out court operations. The orders yesterday clarify requirements for court […]

Saturday Shows Second Highest Number of COVID-19 Cases in Kentucky

Saturday, July 25 by WJRS Staff

Gov. Andy Beshear on Saturday, once again, announced the second-highest single-day total of novel coronavirus 2019 (COVID-19) cases in Kentucky. “Today’s numbers continue a concerning increase in the number of COVID-19 cases in our commonwealth,” […]

Virtual Town Hall Today to Discuss Reopening of Kentucky Schools

Thursday, July 23 by Sean Hammond

Kentucky officials plan to hold a virtual town hall today about reopening schools. The virtual event will be held from 1 to 3 central time this afternoon and will focus on reviewing the major points […]

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.

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.

Guidelines Released for Reopening of Kentucky Schools

Thursday, June 25 by Sean Hammond

The Kentucky Department for Public Health issued yesterday it’s highly anticipated guidance for schools and school’s districts on how to safely reopen for the upcoming school year amid the ongoing COVID-19 global pandemic. WJRS NEWS […]

Kentucky Approaching 13,000 COVID-19 Cases | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Thursday, June 18 by Sean Hammond

170 new cases of COVID-19 in Kentucky were announced on Wednesday, bringing the state’s total to at least 12,995 cases. In Russell County, there were no new cases, and one person was released from home isolation, leaving 8 persons in home isolation and one... Read More.

Two More in RC Released from Isolation; Kentucky Tops 8,000 COVID-19 Cases

Wednesday, May 20 by Sean Hammond

Two more were released from isolation in Russell County on Tuesday according to County Judge Gary Robertson. Robertson announced the county now has 4 active case all on home self-isolation. Adair County reported no new […]

Reopening Process for Courts Across Kentucky

Saturday, May 16 by Sean Hammond

According to Chief Justice John D Minton Jr, the Supreme Court in Kentucky has released its reopening plan effective for June 1st. All hearings should be conducted remotely, unless the judge determines that an in-person […]

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Mystery Seeds From China Showing Up in Kentucky

New Guidance Announced for Courts Across Kentucky

Saturday Shows Second Highest Number of COVID-19 Cases in Kentucky

Virtual Town Hall Today to Discuss Reopening of Kentucky Schools

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

Guidelines Released for Reopening of Kentucky Schools

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Two More in RC Released from Isolation; Kentucky Tops 8,000 COVID-19 Cases

Reopening Process for Courts Across Kentucky

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