Guidelines Released for Reopening of Kentucky Schools

Thursday, June 25 by Sean Hammond

The Kentucky Department for Public Health issued yesterday it’s highly anticipated guidance for schools and school’s districts on how to safely reopen for the upcoming school year amid the ongoing COVID-19 global pandemic. WJRS NEWS […]

Questions Remain in the Reopening of Schools this Upcoming Year

Friday, June 19 by Sean Hammond

Superintendent Michael Ford send an email last night to parents and guardians of Russell County school students explaining the changes in the upcoming school year calendar. Ford noted that at Monday’s meeting of the Russell […]

Schools Closures Extended to May

Friday, April 3 by Sean Hammond

Governor Andy Beshear made the recommendation on Thursday for schools across the state to not have in person classes at least until May 1st. Here’s Russell County Schools Superintendent Michael Ford…

Schools Closed Thru May 1st | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Thursday, April 2 by WJRS Staff

Superintendent Michael Ford has announced that schools will remain closed they May 1st. Details tomorrow morning on WJRS Local News

Russell County Schools to Remain Closed Atleast Until April 13th

Thursday, March 19 by Sean Hammond

Superintendent Michael Ford announced yesterday afternoon that he had decided to cancel classes the week of March 30th, which was originally the day school was to resume after a two week break due to the […]

Schools and Other Events Cancelled Until Further Notice Due to Coronavirus | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Friday, March 13 by Sean Hammond

Three new presumptive positive tests for coronavirus were confirmed in Kentucky on Thursday, bringing the total number to 11 statewide, according to state officials. That brings the total number of confirmed cases so far to three in Lexington, two in Louisville and six in... Read More.

Statement from Michael Ford on Schools

Thursday, March 12 by Sean Hammond

RC Schools to Close Beginning Monday | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Thursday, March 12 by Sean Hammond

Here is the full quote from Superintendent Michael Ford... " Gov. Beshear has recommended that KY schools close in-person classes for 2 weeks, beginning Monday (March 16). In response to this request, Russell Co. Schools will be closed for students March 16-27-this will be... Read More.

Bill in Legislature that Would Stop the Spanking of Kids in Kentucky Schools

Wednesday, February 5 by Sean Hammond

Kentucky would no longer be one of 19 states that still spanks children at school under a bill that was approved Tuesday by a legislative panel in the 2020 General Assembly. House Bill 22, filed […]

Kentucky Has a Goal of Ending Childhood Obesity, and Kentucky Schools Could Help

Tuesday, February 4 by Sean Hammond

Gov. Andy Beshear announced Monday that Kentucky has been selected for the National Foundation for Governors’ Fitness Council’s 2020 DON’T QUIT! Campaign. Beshear said the importance of physical activity and the positive effects on a […]

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Guidelines Released for Reopening of Kentucky Schools

Questions Remain in the Reopening of Schools this Upcoming Year

Schools Closures Extended to May

Schools Closed Thru May 1st | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Russell County Schools to Remain Closed Atleast Until April 13th

Schools and Other Events Cancelled Until Further Notice Due to Coronavirus | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Statement from Michael Ford on Schools

RC Schools to Close Beginning Monday | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Bill in Legislature that Would Stop the Spanking of Kids in Kentucky Schools

Kentucky Has a Goal of Ending Childhood Obesity, and Kentucky Schools Could Help

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