July, 2020 | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

KSP Enforcing Move Over Campaign

July 21, 2020 Sean Hammond

The Kentucky State Police, along with other border states, began a #MoveOver enforcement effort yesterday. The campaign extends through July 25th and focuses on drivers who fail to move over when emergency personnel (police, fire, […]

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Four New COVID-19 Cases in RC; New State Guidance Announced

July 21, 2020 Sean Hammond

State officials announced yesterday 258 new cases of COVID-19 Monday, prompting Governor Andy Beshear to limit the size of social gatherings to 10 people. Monday’s numbers, on top of almost 1500 new cases over the […]

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KY Adds Nearly 1,000 COVID-19 Cases Sunday

July 20, 2020 Sean Hammond

Yesterday, nearly 1,000 new cases of the coronavirus were reported in Kentucky, making it “by far” the largest single-day total yet. The almost 1500 new cases over the weekend prompted Governor Andy Beshear to say […]

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Adair County Man Flown Out Following Two Vehicle Accident

July 20, 2020 Sean Hammond

A two-vehicle accident yesterday in Columbia sent an elderly Adair county man to the University of Kentucky hospital in Lexington. Columbia City Police say the accident occurred at the intersection of Jamestown Street and The […]

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Board of Education Meets Tonight

July 20, 2020 Sean Hammond

The Russell County Board of Education will hold their regular monthly meeting this afternoon at 5 o’clock. Among the items on the agenda, the board will consider a memorandum of agreement with the Russell County […]

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Obituaries

Rose D. Walton, age 81, of Russell Springs

July 19, 2020 Sean Hammond

Rose D. Walton, age 81, of Russell Springs, passed away Sunday, July 19th, 2020 at her residence. She is survived by: Her Husband Bill Walton of Russell Springs Three Children Lisa Bradshaw of Jamestown Maria […]

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Obituaries

Darrell C. Stearns, age 74

July 18, 2020 WJRS Staff

Darrell C. Stearns, age 74, of Somerset (formerly of Russell County), died Friday, July 17, 2020 at the Hospice of Lake Cumberland, Jean Waddle Care Center in Somerset He was born September 4, 1945 in […]

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“All Things Russell” Regarding Public Health and COVID-19 July 17, 2020

July 17, 2020 Sean Hammond

Today’s program features Jonathan Dye, of the Lake Cumberland District Health Department and Michael Ford, Superintendent of Russell County Schools. Jeff talks with Mr. Dye and Mr. Ford about the reopening of schools in August […]

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Members of RCHS Class of 2020 Recognized Last Evening

July 17, 2020 Sean Hammond

Senior Class Awards and Scholarship recognitions for the class members was the topic. Russell County High School assistant principals Anthony Darnell and Stacey Anderson were joined by Robin Rixon, Laura Davidson, and Shanna Darnell in […]

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RC Man Arrested Thursday Following Domestic Matter

July 17, 2020 Sean Hammond

A Russell County man was arrested yesterday on charges of unlawful imprisonment and assault. Officials say 29 year old John Johnson of Russell Springs was arrested around 11 o’clock yesterday morning by Deputy Nathan Bradshaw. […]

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