Alex Raynor was valuable transfer portal addition for Kentucky | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Wednesday, December 25 by Zac Oakes

By Larry Vaught Some transfer portal additions the last two years have not worked for Kentucky but one that certainly did was kicker Alex Raynor of Georgia Southern. He was the first Kentucky player to be named Southeastern Conference Special Teams Player of the... Read More.

52nd WJRS Food Drive was a success

Tuesday, December 24 by Zac Oakes

It was another successful year for the WJRS Food Drive to help those in need this holiday season, as yesterday concluded the food drive’s 52nd year of providing help for those less fortunate in Russell […]

Amelia Hassett has been great addition to UK WBB | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Tuesday, December 24 by Zac Oakes

By Larry Vaught When Kentucky junior Amelia Hassett shoots, UK fans almost expect every shot to go in. “She does, too, and that’s what makes her dangerous,” Kentucky assistant coach Josh Petersen said. “Mellie is an unbelievably gifted kid in that she can wipe... Read More.

Lakers finish 2-1 in Apollo tournament | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Monday, December 23 by Zac Oakes

The Laker Basketball team finished 2-1 at a tournament at Apollo High School over the weekend. The Lakers picked up a 67-48 win over Apollo on Friday night, with Mayes Gosser picking up Player of the Game honors by leading Russell County with 14... Read More.

Lady Lakers finish runner-up in Gatlinburg tournament | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Monday, December 23 by Zac Oakes

The Lady Laker Basketball team finished as runner-up in the Gatlinburg Christmas tournament over the weekend. The Lady Lakers opened things up with a 63-39 win over Grundy County, Tennessee on Thursday. Rachel Bolin led the Lady Lakers with a 19 point, 13 rebound... Read More.

Amari Williams might care more about UK success than anyone | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Monday, December 23 by Zac Oakes

By LARRY VAUGHT Kentucky coach Mark Pope likes that centers Amari Williams and Brandon Garrison both want to play 40 minutes but also both understand they have roles that will not let that happen. “They are both starving to play and they both cheer... Read More.

Lakers, Lady Lakers participating in holiday tournaments | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Friday, December 20 by Zac Oakes

The Lady Laker Basketball team won its first game in the Smoky Mountain Christmas Classic yesterday, defeating Grundy County, Tennessee by a score of 63-39. The Lady Lakers will take on Perry County Central this evening at 4:30 central time in the second round.... Read More.

RCMS Lakers sweep McCreary Central | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Wednesday, December 18 by Zac Oakes

The Russell County Middle School Laker Basketball teams swept McCreary Central Tuesday night. Here's a breakdown of the results and scoring from Tuesday night's games. 8th Grade RCMS - 35 McCreary Co. - 29 Myles Davis - 20pts Will Coffey - 5pts Bentley Rankins... Read More.

Lakers, Lady Lakers pick up big district wins | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Wednesday, December 18 by Zac Oakes

The Russell County Laker and Lady Laker Basketball teams picked up big district wins in a home doubleheader over Metcalfe County last night. The Lady Lakers came out on top in the first game by a score of 76-67. It was a big night... Read More.

Russell County hosts Metcalfe County tonight | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Tuesday, December 17 by Zac Oakes

The Lakers and Lady Lakers will host Metcalfe County for a district doubleheader at Laker Gym tonight. The girls game will get started at 6 this evening with the boys to follow. We'll have coverage of both games live right here on Laker Country... Read More.

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Alex Raynor was valuable transfer portal addition for Kentucky | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

52nd WJRS Food Drive was a success

Amelia Hassett has been great addition to UK WBB | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Lakers finish 2-1 in Apollo tournament | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Lady Lakers finish runner-up in Gatlinburg tournament | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Amari Williams might care more about UK success than anyone | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Lakers, Lady Lakers participating in holiday tournaments | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

RCMS Lakers sweep McCreary Central | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Lakers, Lady Lakers pick up big district wins | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Russell County hosts Metcalfe County tonight | 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