South Carolina man arrested on multiple charges

Monday, January 13 by Zac Oakes

A South Carolina man was arrested on multiple charges yesterday afternoon. The Russell County Sheriff’s Office said 27-year-old James S. Faller III was arrested and charged with theft by failure to make required disposition of […]

Fans and media members blasted coach Mark Stoops for the way his team played against South Carolina | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Friday, September 13 by Zac Oakes

By Larry Vaught Kentucky’s inept performance against South Carolina certainly brought a lot of brutal, but fair, criticism of Kentucky football and coach Mark Stoops. “Shocking stat of the day: Since the 2021 dismantling of LSU, Kentucky has lost 8 of its last 10... Read More.

Stoops thinks Vandagriff can bounce back after tough South Carolina performance | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Tuesday, September 10 by Zac Oakes

By Larry Vaught Kentucky has become accustomed to starting a transfer quarterback. Penn State transfer Will Levis and Georgia transfer Brock Vandagriff had played sparingly when they transferred to UK. Levis led UK to 10 wins in 2021 — before the NCAA vacated the... Read More.

Lakers pick up first win of season over South Laurel | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Monday, September 9 by Zac Oakes

The Russell County Laker Football team picked up its first win of the season last Friday night, defeating the South Laurel Cardinals by a score of 33-13. It was also the first win at the new Finley Field and the first win for new... Read More.

Laker Football to host South Laurel on First Responders Night at First National Bank Athletic Complex | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Friday, September 6 by Zac Oakes

The Laker Football team will be back at home tonight as they host the South Laurel Cardinals. The Lakers enter the game at 0-2, coming off two close losses to start the season, while the Cardinals enter at 2-0. The Cardinals have a new... Read More.

South Kentucky RECC announces election results

Thursday, June 20 by Zac Oakes

South Kentucky RECC recently announced the results of its board of directors election, with one new member joining the board and a current member earning another term. New board member William Allen, Jr. and incumbent […]

Jamestown, South Russell Fire Dept responds to truck on fire

Monday, May 20 by Zac Oakes

The Jamestown/South Russell Fire Departments were called out just after 7:30 last night to the 5600 block of Highway 55 for a vehicle fire. Once firefighters were on scene, they found a 1999 Ford pickup […]

Laker Baseball shuts out South Warren, splits Saturday doubleheader | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Monday, April 22 by Zac Oakes

The Laker Baseball team picked up a shutout win Friday night and split Saturday's doubleheader at David Rexroat Field. On Friday, the Lakers picked up a 10-0 win over 4th Region opponent South Warren. Ayden McGowan and Jack Shearer powered the Laker offense Friday... Read More.

RCMS Lady Laker Soccer defeats South Laurel | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Friday, March 29 by Zac Oakes

The Russell County Middle School Lady Laker Soccer team defeated South Laurel last night by a score of 5-2. Addison Coffey scored 4 goals for Russell County, and Jayde Lawless added another goal. Lawless, Bella Blakey, and Ferrah Polston each had an assist, and... Read More.

South KY RECC warns of possible scam

Thursday, March 28 by Zac Oakes

South Kentucky RECC is warning its customers in the area of a possible scam. The area electric cooperative posted a message yesterday, warning customers about individuals walking through neighborhoods and knocking on doors, asking to […]

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South Carolina man arrested on multiple charges

Fans and media members blasted coach Mark Stoops for the way his team played against South Carolina | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Stoops thinks Vandagriff can bounce back after tough South Carolina performance | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Lakers pick up first win of season over South Laurel | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Laker Football to host South Laurel on First Responders Night at First National Bank Athletic Complex | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

South Kentucky RECC announces election results

Jamestown, South Russell Fire Dept responds to truck on fire

Laker Baseball shuts out South Warren, splits Saturday doubleheader | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

RCMS Lady Laker Soccer defeats South Laurel | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

South KY RECC warns of possible scam

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