October, 2020 | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Rescue Squad in Need of Donations

October 13, 2020 Sean Hammond

Due to COVID-19 the Russell County Rescue Squad is unable to host their big fundraisers that help with expenses for the squad. Rick Godbey, Commander of the Russell County Rescue Squad talked with Sean Hammond […]

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Early voting begins today

October 13, 2020 Zac Oakes

Russell County voters can begin casting their ballots in-person today by utilizing early voting as part of the election plan drawn up by Secretary of State Michael Adams and Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear. Early in-person […]

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County sets trick-or-treating hours

October 12, 2020 Zac Oakes

While things still seem to be a little up in the air about what festivities will be occurring on Halloween, Russell County Judge Executive Gary Robertson said last night that the county will set its […]

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Hoover Participates in Broadcasters Awards Show

October 12, 2020 WJRS Staff

The Kentucky Broadcasters Association held their annual Excellence in Broadcasting Awards show yesterday, albeit virtually. Each year, state broadcasters recognize top achievers in various categories of radio and television broadcasting, and technology. Jeff Hoover, owner […]

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LCDHD Daily Report for Monday, October 12th

October 12, 2020 WJRS Staff

Statewide Testing Positivity Rate: 4.16%. Deaths: We are sad to report 1 new death today from Russell. We have experienced a total of 75 deaths resulting in a 2.25% mortality rate among known cases. This […]

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Laker Sports Report for Tuesday, October 13th

October 12, 2020 WJRS Staff

***In girls high school volleyball, the Lady Lakers were at home against Taylor County in their home regular season match. Taylor County won all three sets, 25 to 20. The Lady Laker volleyball team will […]

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Girls Soccer Team Wins First Ever District Game

October 12, 2020 WJRS Staff

The Russell County High School girls soccer team, in their first year of varsity competition, won their first ever district game Monday evening, defeating Clinton County 2 to 1 in Albany. Coach Kirsty Chapman’s team […]

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Nine running for six spots on Russell Springs City Council

October 12, 2020 Zac Oakes

It’s expected to be a competitive race for seats on the Russell Springs City Council, as nine candidates will face off for six spots on the city’s legislative council. The race features six incumbents and […]

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McConnell – McGrath debate is tonight

October 12, 2020 Zac Oakes

Voters will be able to hear directly from the two candidates running for U.S. Senate in Kentucky tonight during a televised debate. U.S. Sen. Mitch McConnell, the Senate Majority Leader who has represented Kentucky […]

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Russell Springs Fire Dept. responds to fire at Jeff’s Bar

October 12, 2020 Zac Oakes

A Russell Springs business caught fire Monday afternoon. Russell Springs Fire Department crews responded to Jeff’s Bar on West Highway 80, owned by Jeff Pierce, just after noon on Monday. A fire broke out near […]

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