State testing data released for Russell County Schools

Wednesday, September 29 by Zac Oakes

This is part one of state testing data for Russell County Schools that was released this week. The next part will be released on Thursday. All Kentucky public school juniors participate in the ACT, which tests […]

Russell Springs man appointed to state committee

Tuesday, September 28 by Zac Oakes

A Russell Springs man was recently appointed to a state committee. Doug Aaron of Russell Springs was appointed as a member of a pool to serve on the Transportation Cabinet Engineering and Engineering-Related Services Selection […]

Trautman sisters qualify for state tournament, Lady Laker Golf finishes second in region | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Monday, September 27 by Zac Oakes

Lady Laker golfers McKenzie and Breanna Trautman qualified for the state tournament in Bowling Green as the Lady Laker golf team finished second in the regional tournament on Monday. The Lakers shot a team score of 379 yesterday at Lakewood Country Club, with McKenzie... Read More.

Russell County gas prices on par with state average

Monday, September 27 by Zac Oakes

The price of gasoline in Russell County is on par with the state average, according to AAA. The average price of gas in Russell County is $2.91. The state average is $2.92. The national average, […]

Perkerson finishes in top 10 at 2A state championship | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Tuesday, September 21 by Zac Oakes

Russell County Laker Golfer Bentley Perkerson finished tied for 9th in the 2A state championship in Owensboro on Monday. Perkerson shot a 76 on the day. He also qualified and played in the KGCA All State Championships this past weekend at the UK Club... Read More.

Lady Laker Golf wins 2A state title | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Monday, September 20 by Zac Oakes

Behind a strong performance from McKenzie Trautman, the Russell County Lady Laker Golf Team won the 2A state championship in Owensboro on Monday. McKenzie shot a 68, good enough for 4 under par and a personal best, which was also the top score in... Read More.

Lady Laker Golf qualifies for 2A State Tournament | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Tuesday, September 7 by Zac Oakes

The Lady Laker Golf team qualified for the 2A State Tournament in Owensboro with a strong performance at Scottsville Country Club on Tuesday. The team shot a 174 on the day, good for first place in the qualifier. McKenzie Trautman led the Lady Lakers... Read More.

Federal, state, and local law enforcement investigating human trafficking in Pulaski County

Friday, August 6 by Zac Oakes

Frankfort, KY. (08/06/2021) – On Wednesday, 07/28/2021, a multi-site law enforcement operation took place at three business locations across Kentucky. Law Enforcement agencies have received complaints and tips related to illegal human trafficking, illegal immigration, […]

Straight line winds flip houseboat at State Dock

Tuesday, July 27 by Zac Oakes

Straight line winds that came through the Lake Cumberland area at roughly 70 miles per hour Monday evening were reportedly the cause behind a houseboat that flipped near State Dock. There were six occupants on […]

Beshear again targeting pay raise for teachers, state employees

Thursday, July 15 by Zac Oakes

Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear says he is prepared to make another push to increase salaries for Kentucky public educators and state employees. Beshear cited a record $1.1 billion surplus in the state budget, and wants […]

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State testing data released for Russell County Schools

Russell Springs man appointed to state committee

Trautman sisters qualify for state tournament, Lady Laker Golf finishes second in region | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Russell County gas prices on par with state average

Perkerson finishes in top 10 at 2A state championship | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Lady Laker Golf wins 2A state title | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Lady Laker Golf qualifies for 2A State Tournament | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Federal, state, and local law enforcement investigating human trafficking in Pulaski County

Straight line winds flip houseboat at State Dock

Beshear again targeting pay raise for teachers, state employees

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Obituaries

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