Gifted & Talented students will be key part of first Bicentennial event next month

Tuesday, December 3 by Zac Oakes

With the new year less than a month away, Russell County will celebrate its 200th birthday in 2025. Events are planned throughout the year for the county’s bicentennial, but the first will take place in […]

Laker Football hosts Taylor County in key district game tonight | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Friday, October 4 by Zac Oakes

The Laker Football team is back in action tonight, hosting Taylor County in a key district game at Finley Field. Kickoff for tonight's game is scheduled for 6:30 p.m. The Lakers enter tonight's matchup with a record of 3-3, including 1-0 in district play.... Read More.

Dane Key clicking with new QB Brock Vandagriff | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Thursday, May 2 by Zac Oakes

Georgia transfer Brock Vandagriff made a believer of UK receiver Dane Key during spring practice. “He’s a ball player and he’s also a really good leader that we’re so happy to have on this team because he just brings a lot to the table... Read More.

KRV Director says open-mindedness, collaboration key to helping fight substance abuse issues

Thursday, March 21 by Zac Oakes

Wrapping up our series about Kentucky Recovery Vocational in Russell Springs, WJRS News spoke to Jeric Devore about the perception of people suffering from substance use disorder and collaboration within the community on these issues. […]

Chamber holds meeting at airport, has several key dates coming up

Friday, August 18 by Zac Oakes

The Russell County Chamber of Commerce held its regular monthly meeting earlier this week. Chamber President Lindsey Wilson Gosser said meeting at the Russell County Airport was a great opportunity for chamber members to see […]

Adkins says success of rural Kentucky is key to state’s future

Friday, June 23 by Derek Aaron

We conclude our discussion today with Rocky Adkins, the governor’s senior advisor, who was in Russell County this week speaking to the local business community. Today, Adkins speaks to WJRS NEWS on the obstacles that […]

Marcum says gaining familiarity with county boards is key

Friday, January 13 by Derek Aaron

In an exclusive sit-down with WJRS NEWS earlier this week, new Russell County Judge-Executive Randy Marcum said building relationships with those he will working with throughout his administration will be key the success of his […]

UK Player Dane Key Going to be “Very, Very Special” says Hall of Famer | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Wednesday, September 28 by WJRS Staff

By LARRY VAUGHT University of Kentucky Hall of Famer Keenan Burton didn’t know a lot about freshman receiver Dane Key when he saw him play his first game for UK this season. However, it didn’t take long for Burton to realize the 6-3 Key... Read More.

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Gifted & Talented students will be key part of first Bicentennial event next month

Laker Football hosts Taylor County in key district game tonight | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Dane Key clicking with new QB Brock Vandagriff | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

KRV Director says open-mindedness, collaboration key to helping fight substance abuse issues

Chamber holds meeting at airport, has several key dates coming up

Adkins says success of rural Kentucky is key to state’s future

Marcum says gaining familiarity with county boards is key

UK Player Dane Key Going to be “Very, Very Special” says Hall of Famer | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

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