Oscar Tshiebwe Becomes First Player Since Davis to Become Kentucky Sports Figure of the Year | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Tuesday, February 7 by WJRS Staff

By LARRY VAUGHT Oscar Tshiebwe’s historic 2021-22 season where led the nation in rebounding — his 515 rebounds were the third most in one season at UK behind Bill Spivey (567 in 1951) and Cliff Hagan (528 in 1952) — resulted in the UK... Read More.

State troopers to begin wearing body cameras this year

Monday, January 23 by Zac Oakes

Kentucky State Police troopers will begin wearing body cameras this year. About 780 sworn personnel will receive the systems by the end of this year, state police said in a news release. The state legislature […]

‘Kevin’s Kids’ concert set for April 15th this year

Friday, January 20 by Derek Aaron

Gaither guitarist and entertainer Kevin Williams will be returning home to Russell Springs in April for his annual “Kevin’s Kids” hometown concert to benefit the children in Russell County. Williams stopped by the WJRS studios […]

Chamber looking to add members as new year begins

Thursday, January 19 by Derek Aaron

Russell County Chamber of Commerce President Lindsey Wilson Gosser said January was the perfect time for new businesses to join the local chamber during this week’s regular monthly meeting of the local business community. Gosser […]

New football districts finalized; two year plan approved | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Wednesday, January 18 by Zac Oakes

The KHSAA Board of Control approved the new football district realignment plan Wednesday afternoon. The realignment plan would bring significant changes for Russell County Football. Under the new plan, Russell County will move to District 7 in 4A where they will be joined by... Read More.

Chamber of commerce holds first meeting of new year today

Tuesday, January 17 by Derek Aaron

The first Russell County Chamber of Commerce meeting of 2023 happens today at noon at the Russell County Public Library. Lindsey Wilson Gosser, the 2023 Russell County Chamber of Commerce president, is set to be […]

New year brings changes to state unemployment system

Tuesday, January 3 by Zac Oakes

The new year brings one of the most significant changes to the Kentucky unemployment system in more than 80 years. The new bill changes the system to go from a maximum 26 weeks of benefits […]

KSP to have checkpoints as new year begins

Tuesday, January 3 by Derek Aaron

With the new year underway, Kentucky State Police Post 15 will be conducting periodic traffic safety checkpoints in the Post 15 area, which includes Russell, Green, Taylor, Marion, Washington, Casey, Adair, Metcalfe, Monroe, Clinton, and […]

Chamber hears of importance of home health at final meeting of year

Wednesday, December 21 by Derek Aaron

The final Russell County Chamber of the Commerce meeting of the year, this month sponsored by Lifeline Home Health, was held on Tuesday at the Russell County Public Library. Chamber President Marisa Ramsey detailed the […]

Students encouraged to apply for KY Ag Athlete of the Year

Friday, December 16 by Derek Aaron

Kentucky student-athletes who are involved in agriculture are invited to apply for one of six scholarships and recognition as a 2023 Kentucky Ag Athlete of the Year. The program is a partnership of the Kentucky […]

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Oscar Tshiebwe Becomes First Player Since Davis to Become Kentucky Sports Figure of the Year | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

State troopers to begin wearing body cameras this year

‘Kevin’s Kids’ concert set for April 15th this year

Chamber looking to add members as new year begins

New football districts finalized; two year plan approved | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Chamber of commerce holds first meeting of new year today

New year brings changes to state unemployment system

KSP to have checkpoints as new year begins

Chamber hears of importance of home health at final meeting of year

Students encouraged to apply for KY Ag Athlete of the Year

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