Girl Boy Doubleheader at Metcalfe Friday Night is Cancelled | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Thursday, February 18 by WJRS Staff

Due to inclement weather, the Friday night girl-boy doubleheader at Metcalfe County has been cancelled. School officials said the weather situation, plus the fact that the teams have not practiced all week, led to the decision. It is not sure when the games will... Read More.

UK Assistant Football Coach Marrow a Huge High School Basketball Fan | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Thursday, February 18 by WJRS Staff

by LARRY VAUGHT Vince Marrow spends a lot of time recruiting for the Kentucky football team but if you are a Lexington Catholic boys basketball game the rest of this year or the next two seasons odds are you might see the UK associate... Read More.

West Virginia Transfer Tshiebwe Will Be Welcome Addition Next Year for Cats | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Tuesday, February 16 by WJRS Staff

By LARRY VAUGHT West Virginia transfer Oscar Tshiebwe was scheduled to start practice with coach John Calipari’s team this week. Calipari’s only regret — he is not eligible to play and add his physical presence to the team now. “When I see him and... Read More.

Information released on 4th Region Basketball Tournaments | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Monday, February 15 by Zac Oakes

Some information is being released about the upcoming 4th Region Basketball Tournaments coming up next month. Here's what we know so far. Boys Tournament Sunday, March 21 - Wednesday, March 24 Sunday matchups begin at 3 p.m. at the site of district winners. Monday,... Read More.

Former Cat Maxey Making Believer Out of 76 Fans in Philly | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Monday, February 15 by WJRS Staff

By LARRY VAUGHT His playing time dropped when Philadelphia got its full roster healthy but former Kentucky guard Tyrese Maxey has not complained because that’s just not what he does. “People love him,” said Amy Fadool Kane, Emmy award winner sports/anchor report for NBCSPhilly.... Read More.

Both Laker Basketball Teams Get Victories on Saturday | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Sunday, February 14 by WJRS Staff

The Russell County Lady Lakers and Laker Boys basketball teams both picked up wins on Saturday. Coach Brett Blankenship's Lady Laker team went on the road to Russellville to take on Logan County. The Lady Lakers got an easy victory, defeating Logan County 51... Read More.

Guest Editorial: Success is not Final, Failure is not Fatal | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Saturday, February 13 by WJRS Staff

GUEST OP-ED BY TOMMY DRUEN Like most Kentuckians, I love basketball. To the chagrin of my family, I not only follow my favorite teams, but will watch a game whenever the ball is bouncing. NBA, college . . . heck, I would watch little... Read More.

Lady Lakers and Laker Boys Sweep Rockcastle County Friday Night | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Friday, February 12 by WJRS Staff

The Russell County Lady Lakers and Laker Boys swept a doubleheader at Laker gym Friday night defeating Rockcastle County. In the girls game, the Lady Lakers trailed at the end of the first quarter 10-7, led at halftime by score of 25 to 22,... Read More.

2021 WJRS Best of Russell County Award Winners

Friday, February 12 by Zac Oakes

Congratulations to these local businesses that were voted “Best of Russell County” by WJRS listeners and LakerCountry .com readers! Best Appliances – Lawless and Smith Best Hardware Store – ACE Hardware Best Auto Repair – […]

All Things Russell 2-12 | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Friday, February 12 by Sean Hammond

On today's edition of All Things Russell Jeff Hoover is joined by WJRS News Director Zac Oakes who reveals the winners of the 2021 Best of Russell County Awards.

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Girl Boy Doubleheader at Metcalfe Friday Night is Cancelled | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

UK Assistant Football Coach Marrow a Huge High School Basketball Fan | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

West Virginia Transfer Tshiebwe Will Be Welcome Addition Next Year for Cats | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Information released on 4th Region Basketball Tournaments | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Former Cat Maxey Making Believer Out of 76 Fans in Philly | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Both Laker Basketball Teams Get Victories on Saturday | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Guest Editorial: Success is not Final, Failure is not Fatal | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Lady Lakers and Laker Boys Sweep Rockcastle County Friday Night | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

2021 WJRS Best of Russell County Award Winners

All Things Russell 2-12 | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

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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