15 local students named to President’s List at Lindsey Wilson University

Thursday, January 15 by Zac Oakes

15 local students were named to the President’s List at Lindsey Wilson University for the Fall 2025 semester. Those local students were: Jalynn Antle Nicholas Blakey Dawson Bradshaw Gage Carnes Sophia Dockery Konny Gonzalez Amy […]

Several local students named to Dean’s List at University of the Cumberlands

Wednesday, January 14 by Zac Oakes

Several local students were named to the Dean’s List at the University of the Cumberlands for the Fall 2025 semester. Those local students were: Olivia Huddleston Holly Massengill Bryan Miller Steven Cissell Natalie Roy John […]

Several local students named to President’s List at University of the Cumberlands

Tuesday, January 13 by Zac Oakes

Several local students were named to the President’s List at the University of the Cumberlands for the Fall 2025 semester. Those local students were: McKenzie Trautman Breanna Trautman Shelly Murrell Ashley Blumenfeld Amy McElroy Elly […]

Setter Kassie O’Brien became the first UK player to be named national freshman of the year | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Wednesday, December 24 by Zac Oakes

by LARRY VAUGHT Freshman setter Kassie O’Brien’s play helped solidify UK’s run to the team’s first Final Four berth and championship game appearance in five years and only the second Final Four berth in school history. She did not open the season as the... Read More.

Branscum named RCMS Homecoming Queen

Friday, December 19 by Zac Oakes

8th grader Porter Branscum was named the Russell County Middle School Basketball Homecoming Queen last night. First runner-up was Holly Ballou. Second runner-up was Raelynn Humble. Third runner-up was Jenna Mann. Fourth runner-up was Natalie […]

Popplewell named Star of the Industry at state tourism conference

Friday, November 7 by Zac Oakes

Lake Cumberland Tourism’s Crystal Popplewell received the Star of the Industry award yesterday at the Kentucky Travel Industry Association conference. Popplewell was nominated for the award by Tourism Director Danielle Wilson. The Star of the […]

Medrano, Russell, and Bennett named to All-Region soccer teams | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Wednesday, October 15 by Zac Oakes

Three Russell County High School soccer players were named All-Region at this year's 4th Region Tournaments. On the boys side, Xavi Medrano and Xavion Russell were named All-Region. On the girls side, Jasmine Bennett received All-Region honors.

Laker Band named Reserve Grand Champion at Estill County competition

Monday, September 29 by Zac Oakes

The Laker Band was named Reserve Grand Champion at the Estill County competition on Saturday. The Laker Band finished ahead of two other AAA bands in the finals, finishing just behind AAAA Harrison County in […]

Pierce named RCHS Homecoming Queen

Monday, September 29 by Zac Oakes

Alivia Pierce was named Russell County High School’s Homecoming Queen Friday night. 1st runner-up was Ella Pierce. 2nd runner-up was Caroline Coffey. 3rd runner-up was Marlei DeVore. 4th runner-up was Maggie Polston.

Bennett named RCMS Homecoming Queen

Friday, September 19 by Zac Oakes

Briley Bennett, daughter of Eric and Heather Bennett, was named Russell County Middle School Homecoming Queen last night. 1st runner up – Porter Branscum 2nd runner up – Jenna Mann 3rd runner up – Sadie […]

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Setter Kassie O’Brien became the first UK player to be named national freshman of the year | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Branscum named RCMS Homecoming Queen

Popplewell named Star of the Industry at state tourism conference

Medrano, Russell, and Bennett named to All-Region soccer teams | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Laker Band named Reserve Grand Champion at Estill County competition

Pierce named RCHS Homecoming Queen

Bennett named RCMS Homecoming Queen

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