“All Things Russell” with Dr. Rick Miles on July 24, 2020 | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Friday, July 24 by Sean Hammond

Today's program features Dr. Rick Miles, retired Russell County Physician. Dr. Miles talks about the move from Louisville to Russell County, the early days of the Russell County Hospital, and much more.

Bruce Elden Wilson, age 91, Formerly of Russell County

Friday, July 24 by Sean Hammond

Bruce Elden Wilson, age 91, of Ohio, formerly of Russell County, passed away on June 29th, 2020. He was a Veteran of the United States Navy. He is survived by: Sister-in-law Sue Wilson Two […]

Rose D. Walton, age 81, of Russell Springs

Monday, July 20 by Sean Hammond

Rose D. Walton, age 81, of Russell Springs, passed away Sunday, July 19th, 2020 at her residence. She is survived by: Her Husband Bill Walton of Russell Springs Three Children Lisa Bradshaw of Jamestown Maria […]

“All Things Russell” Regarding Public Health and COVID-19 July 17, 2020 | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Friday, July 17 by Sean Hammond

Today's program features Jonathan Dye, of the Lake Cumberland District Health Department and Michael Ford, Superintendent of Russell County Schools. Jeff talks with Mr. Dye and Mr. Ford about the reopening of schools in August amid the COVID-19 pandemic and what it could potentially... Read More.

Laura Ann Lynch, age 70, of Russell Springs

Thursday, July 16 by Sean Hammond

Laura Ann Lynch, age 70, of Russell Springs, passed away Tuesday, July 14th, 2020 at her residence. She is survived by: Her Husband • Frank Lynch of Russell Springs Two Children • Frank and Vincent […]

Pulaski County Man Arrested in Russell County Tuesday Morning

Wednesday, July 15 by Sean Hammond

A Pulaski County man was arrested early yesterday morning after an encounter with local law enforcement officials. According to information, 33 year old Brandon Steele of Science Hill was arrested shortly after 3:00 a.m. yesterday […]

James Redmon, age 70, of Russell Springs

Tuesday, July 14 by Sean Hammond

James Redmon, age 70, of Russell Springs, passed away Sunday, July 12th, 2020 at the Russell County Hospital. He is survived by: His Mother Phena Redmon Seven Sisters Brenda Herbert Barbara Redmon Vera Redmon Kathy […]

Barbara Ann Edmonds, age 81, of Russell Springs

Tuesday, July 14 by Sean Hammond

Barbara Ann Edmonds, age 81, of Russell Springs, passed away Saturday, July 11th, 2020 at the Fair Oaks Nursing Home in Jamestown. She is survived by: Three Children Melissa Jo Sprague and Teresa Mayer, both […]

Russell County Fiscal Court to Meet Monday | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Sunday, July 12 by WJRS Staff

The Russell county fiscal court will meet on Monday evening at 6 PM for their regular monthly meeting. The magistrates will hear from jailer Bobby Dunbar and sheriff Derek Polston. Also, the magistrates will consider several transfers of funds. The meeting is open to... Read More.

COVID-19 Claims the Life of a Russell County Man

Friday, July 10 by Sean Hammond

A well known Russell County man lost his short battle with COVID-19 yesterday, becoming the county’s fifth death as a result of the pandemic since mid March. 69 year old Dennis Wilson of Russell Springs […]

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“All Things Russell” with Dr. Rick Miles on July 24, 2020 | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Bruce Elden Wilson, age 91, Formerly of Russell County

Rose D. Walton, age 81, of Russell Springs

“All Things Russell” Regarding Public Health and COVID-19 July 17, 2020 | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Laura Ann Lynch, age 70, of Russell Springs

Pulaski County Man Arrested in Russell County Tuesday Morning

James Redmon, age 70, of Russell Springs

Barbara Ann Edmonds, age 81, of Russell Springs

Russell County Fiscal Court to Meet Monday | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

COVID-19 Claims the Life of a Russell County Man

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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