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SPS Car Show Benefits RCH Auxiliary...

The 2nd annual Stephens’ Pipe & Steel car show was held Saturday, August 14th at the former Houchens Market building on Lakeway Drive in Russell Springs.  Proceeds from the event were given to the Russell County Hospital’s Auxiliary to help fund the many services the all-volunteer group provides at the local hospital.  More than 75 classic vehicles were on public...

Little Miss and Mister Southern Kentucky...

Russell County is home to more royalty!  Sunday evening, July 25th, Addison Brooke Fisher and Clay Owen Richardson were crowned “Little Miss and Mister Southern Kentucky Fair!”  Addison is the daughter of Brian and Leann Fisher of Bowling Green and she is the granddaughter of Eldon and Deana McBeath of Russell Springs.  Clay is the son of Shane and Larimee Richardson of Russell...

Russell Co. Library Annual Coloring Cont...

The Russell County Public Library held its annual coloring contest in July. This event is sponsored by the Bank of Jamestown. The awards ceremony was held at the Bank of Jamestown Friday, July 23rd. Pictured with the winners are Patti Lamb, Bank of Jamestown AVP and Mrs. Fill, Children's Librarian. There were over 60 entries in this year's contest. 3-5 Year Olds - 1st Place Laykn...

Local Students Excels through U.S. Fish ...

For the past two summers, Cody Stephens has worked at Wolf Creek National Fish Hatchery as a member of the Youth Conservation Corps (YCC).  The YCC is one of the most recognized summer work programs for students since its beginning in 1970.  During the summer, a YCC student works with conservation and environmental specialists on federal lands to preserve the natural land.  As a...

Having Fun, Beautiful Scenes Winter Stor...

Winter Storm 2010 brought Russell County its first significant snowfall in many years, providing youngsters and the young at heart an opportunity to go sledding and have fun in lots of ways over the weekend.  WJRS is asking you to submit your favorite photos to be shared with visitors to www.lakercountry.com  Send your snapshots to photos@lakercountry.com Click Here For Winter Storm...

Fall Scenes Across Russell County...

Sunday, October 25, 2009 — One doesn’t have to travel to the mountains to experience the beauty of fall colors or unique settings. Just take a short drive to any part of Russell County and you are sure to enjoy your outing. If you would like to share your favorite fall pictures, please e-mail them to photos@lakercountry.com.  Click here for...

Pictures From Russell County Relay For L...

Click Here To View More Than 80 Pictures From Russell County Relay For Life Held Friday, July 10,...

Severe Weather Brewing; Pics of Storm Cl...

Click Here To View Pictures of Severe Weather Clouds From Tuesday, June 16,...

RCH Auxiliary’s “Dancing Wit...

Saturday, April 18, 2009 — The 2nd annual “Dancing With The Stars” sponsored by the Russell County Hospital Auxiliary was held tonight at the Russell County High School. The event attracted a few hundred spectators at $5 each with all proceeds going to further the many services provided daily by the RCH Auxiliary. The RCH Auxiliary has been serving the local hospital...

Jamestown Descendants Fund-Raiser...

The Jamestown Descendants recently held a fund-raiser through a fish dinner and auction. Proceeds from the event will help cover expenses for food and entertainment during the annual “Jamestown Descendants” reunion held in early August of each year. Above, Roderick Steve Taylor, Jr. and Michael Pipkin take a brief break from their fish frying duties....

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