Somerset man killed in Rockcastle County collision
A Somerset man was killed in a collision in Rockcastle County over the weekend. Kentucky State Police say it happened at around 1 p.m. local time on Saturday on KY 461 known as Lake Cumberland […]
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Laker Baseball drops matchups against Adair County, Somerset | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS
The Laker Baseball team dropped matchups to Adair County and Somerset this weekend. On Friday, Russell County fell to Adair County by a score of 2-1. Tyson Stille, Parker Brumley and Raylan McAninch recorded hits for the Lakers. Alden Brumley pitched 6 2/3 innings,... Read More.
Russell County Tennis teams defeat Somerset Christian | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS
The Russell County Tennis teams defeated Somerset Christian on Saturday. The boys won 7-2. Ethan Coe, Sebastian Betts-Jimenez, Owen Buras and Ben Brown won in singles action. In doubles, it was Carson Buras and Ethan Coe; Gage Bryant and Carson Godby; and Owen Buras... Read More.
Man indicted in connection with burglary at Somerset mall, other locations
A Nancy man was indicted by a Pulaski County grand jury this week in connection with a burglary at the Somerset Mall and other locations. 46-year-old James Gurley of Nancy was indicted on two counts […]
Rodney Lyle Ballenger, age 72, of Somerset
Rodney Lyle Ballenger, 72, of Somerset, Kentucky, passed away on April 6, 2026. A memorial service in his honor will be held on April 18, 2026, from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. ET at Pulaski […]
Somerset man arrested on multiple charges
A Somerset man was arrested on multiple charges over the weekend. 26-year-old Alex Martinez was arrested early yesterday morning and charged with wanton endangerment of a police officer, wanton endangerment first degree, fleeing or evading […]
Laker Tennis splits matchup with Somerset | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS
The Laker Tennis team was in action yesterday, hosting Somerset. The boys team won 5-4. Carson Buras, Owen Buras, Ethan Coe, and Ben Brown each picked up singles victories. Brown and Owen Buras picked up a win in doubles competition. Gage Bryant and Clay... Read More.
Laker Tennis teams take on Somerset today | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS
The Laker Tennis teams will be in action today, hosting Somerset. Action gets underway today at 3:30 at Russell County High School. The tennis teams are coming off a trip to Bowling Green this past weekend, where they faced stiff competition against Bowling Green... Read More.
Somerset man arrested in sexual extortion case
A Somerset man was arrested this week as part of a sexual extortion investigation. 33-year-old Tyler Michael Thomas was arrested on Tuesday and charged with sexual extortion. The Pulaski County Sheriff’s Office said an investigation […]
Somerset man arrested, charged with sexual abuse of a minor
A Somerset man was arrested late last week and charged with sexual abuse of a minor. The Pulaski County Sheriff’s Office said 43-year-old Jesse Rivera was arrested and charged with sexual abuse first degree – […]