October, 2020 | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Russell Co. Fiscal Court to meet Friday afternoon

October 29, 2020 Zac Oakes

The Russell County Fiscal Court will hold a special-called meeting Friday afternoon at 1 p.m. The meeting will be at the Russell County Courthouse. There are only two items on the agenda, which pertains to […]

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“Fall Back” this weekend

October 29, 2020 Zac Oakes

This Sunday is the end of Daylight Savings Time. Make sure to move your clocks back one hour on Saturday night. This is also a good time to remember to change the batteries in your […]

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Author Who is a Native of Russell County to Join All Things Russell Tomorrow

October 29, 2020 Sean Hammond

Jeff Hoover previews All Things Russell for Friday, October 29th. A Russell County native who is also an author will be on show to tell some scary short stories.

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Rain Chances Continue

October 29, 2020 Sean Hammond

Good Thursday morning, everyone. We have almost made it through the work week and man has it been a dreary one at that. We finally had that rain move into the region yesterday, and more […]

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Sadie Chrisman, 96, of Russell Springs

October 29, 2020 Sean Hammond

Sadie Chrisman, 96, of Russell Springs, died Monday, October 26, 2020, at the Norton’s Hospital in Louisville. She was born October 28, 1923 in Hazard, Ky to the late Wayne & Nancy Stacy Smith. She […]

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LCDHD records record one-day total of COVID-19 cases

October 28, 2020 Zac Oakes

Statewide Testing Positivity Rate: 6.07%. Deaths: We are pleased to report no new deaths today. We have experienced a total of 81 deaths resulting in a 1.9% mortality rate (about 1 in 53) among known […]

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Lady Laker Volleyball Loses to Greenwood in Region

October 28, 2020 WJRS Staff

The Russell County Lady Lakers volleyball season came to an end Wednesday night as they lost to Greenwood High School from Bowling Green in three straight sets. Greenwood, the region’s top ranked team, will […]

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Reward offered for info about Burkesville City Hall arson

October 28, 2020 Zac Oakes

Louisville, KY – The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives Louisville Field Division today announced the reward offered for information leading to the arrest of the individual(s) responsible for the recent arson fire of […]

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Dept. of Fish and Wildlife warn motorists about deer

October 28, 2020 Zac Oakes

From Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife The arrival of autumn signifies the approaching end of another year as nature prepares for winter dormancy. However, with beautiful fall colors also comes an increase in vehicles […]

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Building Bridges: Recovery home aims to help women in addiction

October 28, 2020 Zac Oakes

Greg Stinson knows a thing or two about addiction. Despite never dealing with it personally, he’s been on the other side as someone who deeply cared about a person who was struggling. That experience led […]

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