More blood donations needed in summer months; community blood drive is today

Thursday, June 26 by Zac Oakes

The Russell County Community Blood Drive will take place today. Local blood drive chairman Tony Kerr said donating blood year-round is important, but there is often a greater need for blood donations in the summer […]

Reese Potter believes he can initiate the offense if needed like Amari Williams did | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Thursday, May 29 by Zac Oakes

by LARRY VAUGHT Reece Potter grew up loving University of Kentucky basketball and the former Lexington Catholic standout understands his transfer back home from Miami (Ohio) to UK does put a little pressure on him. “Everybody's been extremely loving to me,” said Potter. “All... Read More.

Search and Rescue volunteers ready to assist if needed in winter weather

Tuesday, February 18 by Zac Oakes

When snow and ice cause hazardous road conditions, Russell County Search and Rescue is often called to assist local residents. Search and Rescue volunteers help transport essential workers, such as employees at hospitals and nursing […]

Otega Oweh knows he can count on his brother, Odafe, a NFL player, for needed advice no matter the situation | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Thursday, January 16 by Zac Oakes

By LARRY VAUGHT If Kentucky junior guard Otega Oweh needs advice or anything else about the ups and downs of an athletic season, he has the perfect source — his brother, Odafe. Not only did he play football at Penn State and become a... Read More.

Scholarship applicants needed for 2023 Ag Athletes of the Year

Thursday, October 27 by Derek Aaron

Russell County High School student-athletes who are involved in agriculture are invited to apply for one of six scholarships and recognition as a 2023 Kentucky Ag Athlete of the Year. To qualify, student-athletes must be […]

Poll Workers Needed for Upcoming General Election

Friday, July 17 by Sean Hammond

Kentucky needs poll workers for the November General Election, according to Secretary of State Michael Adams. Adams said yesterday he is like most Kentuckians and wants things to get back to normal…including elections. Adams said […]

Much Needed Dry Weather in the Forecast for a Few Days | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Tuesday, June 25 by Sean Hammond

Good Tuesday, everyone. After a few days of showers and thunderstorms, we are finally going to get a chance to dry out from all of this wet weather we've seen. Here's the current visible satellite this morning... With the exception of a few high... Read More.

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More blood donations needed in summer months; community blood drive is today

Reese Potter believes he can initiate the offense if needed like Amari Williams did | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Search and Rescue volunteers ready to assist if needed in winter weather

Otega Oweh knows he can count on his brother, Odafe, a NFL player, for needed advice no matter the situation | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Scholarship applicants needed for 2023 Ag Athletes of the Year

Poll Workers Needed for Upcoming General Election

Much Needed Dry Weather in the Forecast for a Few Days | 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