Who is running for office in 2026?

Thursday, November 6 by Zac Oakes

Below is a list of candidate filings for the 2026 elections in Russell County, sorted by the office they are running for. Incumbent candidates will include an (Inc) before their name. The candidate’s political party […]

Nick Mingione doesn’t plan to change aggressive base running philosophy | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Wednesday, February 12 by Zac Oakes

By LARRY VAUGHT Kentucky had an amazing 2024 baseball season that ended with the Cats playing in their first College World Series. Part of what made Kentucky so good was its aggressive base running and coach Nick Mingione does not plan to change that... Read More.

Comer says he’s interested in running for governor

Friday, January 3 by Zac Oakes

We’re still two years away from the next election for Kentucky’s Governor, but Representative James Comer is already taking a look at running for the state’s highest office. Comer represents 35 counties in the U.S. […]

Time running out to receive two-percent discount on property taxes

Thursday, October 31 by Zac Oakes

Russell County Sheriff Derek Polston is reminding Russell County property tax payers the deadline to receive a discount on taxes is coming up. Those who pay their property taxes by tomorrow will receive a two-percent […]

UK OC Bush Hamdan feels good about team’s running back situation | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Friday, June 21 by Zac Oakes

Kentucky offensive coordinator Bush Hamdan spent spring practice evaluating the personnel he would have to work with this season and despite a lack of proven depth feels good about the running backs he has starting with Ohio State transfer Chip Trayanum. “Chip is a... Read More.

CFB analyst Cole Cubelic believes Brock Vandagriff’s running ability will be a boost to UK’s offense. | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Thursday, June 13 by Zac Oakes

By Larry Vaught SEC Network/ESPN college football analyst Cole Cubelic knows SEC football teams and personnel far better than most and was one of the first national media members several years ago to believe that coach Mark Stoops had Kentucky on an upward trend.... Read More.

Jamestown Council, school board candidates running unopposed ; 8 file for RS Council

Wednesday, June 5 by Zac Oakes

Several elected officials will be running unopposed this fall, as yesterday saw the end of the candidate filing period. The six incumbents on the Jamestown City Council will run unopposed, and the three incumbent school […]

Two Transfers Set to See Lots of Action at Running Back for the Cats | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Tuesday, August 15 by WJRS Staff

By LARRY VAUGHT Maybe most Kentucky fans don’t know a lot about transfer running back Demie Sumo-Karngbaye but quarterback Devin Leary does because they played together two years at North Carolina State before independently making the decision to transfer to UK this season. “Just... Read More.

Wayne County man arrested after allegedly strangling and running over his girlfriend with dirt bike

Wednesday, July 26 by Zac Oakes

A Wayne County man was arrested Monday after he allegedly strangled his girlfriend and ran over her with a dirt bike. According to the Wayne County Sheriff’s Office, 19-year-old Maxwell James Rush was arrested and […]

Daniel Cameron names Lieutenant Governor running mate

Thursday, July 20 by Zac Oakes

Republican governor candidate Daniel Cameron has announced his running mate for the upcoming November general election. State Sen. Robby Mills of Henderson will join Cameron on the Republican ticket to take on incumbent Governor Andy […]

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Who is running for office in 2026?

Nick Mingione doesn’t plan to change aggressive base running philosophy | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Comer says he’s interested in running for governor

Time running out to receive two-percent discount on property taxes

UK OC Bush Hamdan feels good about team’s running back situation | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

CFB analyst Cole Cubelic believes Brock Vandagriff’s running ability will be a boost to UK’s offense. | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Jamestown Council, school board candidates running unopposed ; 8 file for RS Council

Two Transfers Set to See Lots of Action at Running Back for the Cats | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Wayne County man arrested after allegedly strangling and running over his girlfriend with dirt bike

Daniel Cameron names Lieutenant Governor running mate

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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