Relationships important to Will Stein but so is winning | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Monday, May 18 by Zac Oakes

By LARRY VAUGHT Relationships are an important part of recruiting for Kentucky football coach Will Stein and his staff. However, those relationships also matter after players get to Kentucky. “Connection is such an important part of a program. Player to player connection, where our... Read More.

Ajsa Sivka, the 10th pick in the 2025 WNBA Draft, will provide versatility and outside shooting for Kentucky | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Thursday, May 14 by Zac Oakes

by LARRY VAUGHT How can 6-foot-4 guard Ajsa Sivka of Slovenia, who was picked 10th in the 2025 WNBA draft by Chicago, play for Kentucky next season? Sivka, 20, is an international standout who has played not only for her national team but also... Read More.

16th District Baseball and Softball tournament brackets released | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Wednesday, May 13 by Zac Oakes

The brackets for the 16th District Baseball and Softball tournaments have been released. The Lakers and Lady Lakers each earned the 2-seed for the tournaments, which are hosted by Metcalfe County this year. The Lakers will open the tournament against the 3-seed Metcalfe County... Read More.

Laker Baseball wins close one over Green County

Wednesday, May 13 by Zac Oakes

The Laker Baseball team won a close game at home last night over Green County by a score of 4-3. The Lakers were led by a strong pitching performance from Tanner Stringer, who pitched 7 […]

Lady Laker Softball wins big at Wayne County | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Wednesday, May 13 by Zac Oakes

The Russell County Lady Laker Softball team won big at Wayne County last night by a score of 18-5. It was a big night for several Lady Lakers, as the team recorded 21 total hits. Madelyn Roy finished with 3 hits and a team-high... Read More.

Lady Laker Softball wins nail-biter over Southwestern | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Tuesday, May 12 by Zac Oakes

The Lady Laker Softball team won a nail-biter over Southwestern last night, coming back from down 7-4 in the final inning to win 8-7. Miley Rankins drew a bases-loaded walk in the bottom of the 7th inning to give Russell County the win. Camdin... Read More.

Laker Baseball falls to Somerset | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Tuesday, May 12 by Zac Oakes

The Laker Baseball team fell to Somerset last night by a score of 10-0. Evan Hutchison finished with a hit for the Lakers in the game. The Lakers are back at home tonight, hosting Green County. First pitch is scheduled for 5:30 this evening.

RC Tennis teams see seasons come to an end in region tournament | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Tuesday, May 12 by Zac Oakes

The Russell County Tennis teams saw their season come to an end in the region tournament over the weekend. The Lakers received a bye into the second round, where they fell to top-seed Greenwood 3-0. The girls defeated Glasgow 3-0 in the opening round... Read More.

Ty Bryant working to improve his game headed into senior season | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Tuesday, May 12 by Zac Oakes

by LARRY VAUGHT Ty Bryant is coming off a memorable junior season for him even though Kentucky’s season was not what UK fans wanted. Bryant started all 12 games in 2025 and the junior earned all-Southeastern Conference second team honors after leading the team... Read More.

Laker Baseball picks up pair of wins on Saturday | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Monday, May 11 by Zac Oakes

The Laker Baseball team picked up a pair of wins on Saturday. The Lakers defeated Casey County 6-2. Tanner Stringer, Jace Scaggs and Alden Brumley each finished with 2 hits. Ben Kemp and Walker Stephens each drove in a run for Russell County. Luke... Read More.

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Relationships important to Will Stein but so is winning | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Ajsa Sivka, the 10th pick in the 2025 WNBA Draft, will provide versatility and outside shooting for Kentucky | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

16th District Baseball and Softball tournament brackets released | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Laker Baseball wins close one over Green County

Lady Laker Softball wins big at Wayne County | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Lady Laker Softball wins nail-biter over Southwestern | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Laker Baseball falls to Somerset | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

RC Tennis teams see seasons come to an end in region tournament | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Ty Bryant working to improve his game headed into senior season | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Laker Baseball picks up pair of wins on Saturday | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

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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