Laker Country

RCHS Class of 1972 Reunion

Laker Country — Fri, 18 May 2012 19:39:22 +0000

It isn’t too late! Send in your reunion registration ASAP! Your classmates really want to see you. Please send old and current pictures for the CD. If you didn’t receive an invitation, we didn’t have an address. For more information call Candy Wilson at 270-566-0406 or Myra Bernard at 270-343-4642. Reunion scheduled for July 28th!

Russell Springs Man Pleads To Lesser Offenses In Drug Case; Five Year Sentence Diverted With Stipulations

Laker Country — Fri, 18 May 2012 16:15:38 +0000

A Russell County man has entered into a plea agreement on drug-trafficking charges filed against him in 2008. On Wednesday in Circuit Court….Walter Emery Thomas, Jr. pled guilty to six counts of “Conspiracy To Traffic in a Controlled Substance”. He was originally charged with seven drug trafficking offenses which included “Trafficking Within 1,000 Yards of a School”….and two counts of Receiving Stolen Property. Under the plea agreement the trafficking charges were amended to “Conspiracy To Traffic in a Controlled Substance” with the school-related charge and the stolen property charges being dismissed.

The Commonwealth recommended a sentence of five years on each count….all to run concurrent for a total of five years to serve with the Commonwealth further recommending the sentence be diverted with Thomas being placed on supervision for the five year period.

Some of the conditions of the agreement made with Commonwealth’s Attorney Matthew Leveridge include Thomas having to pay $5,000 to the Russell County Sheriff’s Department Drug Fund in lieu of his house and property being forfeited and he must “clean up” all vehicles, farm equipment and other items from his property which is adjacent to the Russell Springs Elementary School.

The plea agreement was accepted by Circuit Judge Vernon Minniard, Jr.

Rear-End Collisions Thursday Injure Five

Laker Country — Fri, 18 May 2012 16:11:09 +0000

Two separate rear-end collisions Thursday in Russell Springs sent a total of five persons to the Russell County Hospital for treatment….including an infant. RSPD Officer Nathan Bradshaw investigated the first wreck which occurred at 11:45 a.m. at the intersection of Lakeway Drive and Bernard Lane. According to Officer Bradshaw, a 1996 Toyota Camry driven by 40 year old Sharon Smiley of Russell Springs rear-ended a 1997 Chevy pickup being operated by 48 year old Brian LaFavers of Russell Springs as the LaFaver’s truck was stopped on Lakeway Drive, waiting to turn onto Bernard Lane. LaFavers and a passenger in his truck, 30 year old Brenda LaFavers, both escaped un-injured. Officer Bradshaw told WJRS NEWS that Smiley and three passengers in her car were all taken by ambulance to the local emergency room for treatment and observation. The passengers included one month old Kiara Hayes, 28 year old Kara Robertson and 24 year old Michael Dawes.

The second injury wreck occurred at 1:25 p.m. between “The Cove” restaurant and First National Bank and was investigated by RSPD Officer Chasity Shirley. Officer Shirley told WJRS NEWS the collision happened when a 1993 Chevy truck being driven by 63 year old Darrell Johnson of Nancy rear-ended a 1988 GMC pickup being driven by Bryan Bennett, age 45, of Russell Springs as Bennett was slowing down to turn into “Tobacco For Less”. Neither driver was injured, however, a passenger in the Bennett truck, 67 year old Ernest Bennett was transported from the scene to the Russell County Hospital for treatment of possible neck injuries.

Salem Home Destroyed By Fire

Laker Country — Wed, 16 May 2012 23:18:22 +0000

A home in the Salem community was destroyed by fire Wednesday morning. The Eli Fire Department was called to the James Pierce residence at 245 Hart Lane around 7:30 a.m. and upon arrival, flames were coming through the roof according to Asst. Chief Marty Kazsuk. The home and its contents were a total loss. The fire is believed to have started due to an electrical malfunction in an exhaust fan in the roof area. Eli firemen were on the scene for 2 1/2 hours. They were assisted by members of the Russell Springs Fire Department.

Russell Co. Man Accused Of Rape & Growing Marijuana

Laker Country — Wed, 16 May 2012 02:46:31 +0000

A Russell County man has been arrested by State Police on Rape and drug-related charges. Joseph Harris, age 33, was taken into custody at his residence on Indian Trail Road just before 9:00 p.m. Monday by Trooper Adam Likins. Harris is charged with Rape 1^st Degree for allegedly forcing a 17 year old to have sex with him. He is also charged with Cultivating Marijuana and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia. Trooper Likins reports three small marijuana plants were discovered in the back yard of the residence. Harris is being held in the Russell County Detention Center under a $50,000 cash bond.

Russell County Boy’s Golf Team Sign-Ups

Laker Country — Tue, 15 May 2012 18:08:11 +0000

Russell County Boy’s Golf Team will have a meeting on May 24th at 6:00 p.m. at the Lakewood Country Club. Any boy who is interested in playing golf is urged to attend. Parents are also encouraged to attend as this will also be a booster meeting.

Caregivers In Action Meeting

Laker Country — Tue, 15 May 2012 14:52:11 +0000

The Caregivers in Action monthly meeting will be held Friday, May 18th at 12:00 p.m. at the Active Day of Russell Springs, located at 1165 Lakeway Drive. The guest speaker will be Gail Cummins of Elite Medical Supply. The topic she will be discussing “Diabetic Foot Care”. The Caregivers in Action meeting is for anyone caring for a sick child, disabled adult or elderly loved one. A free light lunch is provided at each meeting. Please RSVP by calling Active Day of Russell Springs at 866-4877.

Special Singing At Faith General Independent Church

Laker Country — Mon, 14 May 2012 20:35:37 +0000

Faith General Independent Church will have special singings on May 20th. Singing at 10:00 a.m. will be “The Firm Believer’s” then that evening at 6:00 p.m. will be “Upwards Trio”. Pastor Jerry Smith and congregation invites everyone to attend.

Conover School Reunion

Laker Country — Mon, 14 May 2012 17:46:12 +0000

There will be a school reunion at the Old Conover Grade School on Freedom Church Road Saturday, May 26 th. All Former students, teachers, friends and their families are invited to attend. Please bring enough food and beverages for your group. Lunch will begin at 12:00 p.m. For more information call 270-384-4108.

Two Jamestown Women Taken To RCH Following Main Street Collision

Laker Country — Sat, 12 May 2012 16:53:17 +0000

Two Jamestown women were injured in a two vehicle, rear-end collision Friday night on North Main Street.

JPD Lt. Tracy Irvin told WJRS NEWS the collision occurred just after 7:00 p.m. when a 2008 Nissan Altima being operated by Jennifer Harrison, age 32, was struck from behind while waiting to turn left onto Virginia Avenue by a 1997 Oldsmobile van being driven by 23 year old Alisha Muthler.

Both women were transported by ambulance to the emergency room at Russell County Hospital for treatment of minor injuries.