July 24, 2026
  • Facebook
  • Twitter
Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

 

  • Home
  • WJRS News
  • Obituaries
  • Local Sports
  • Listen Live
  • Advertising
  • Community
    • Submit A Community Event
    • Community Links
    • Community Features
  • Podcasts
  • About
    • Laker Country Staff
    • Contest Rules
    • Contact Us
    • Public Inspection File
    • FCC Applications
  • Newsletter
WJRS NEWS HEADLINES
  • [ July 23, 2026 ] KENTUCKY STATE POLICE HONORS LOCAL TROOPERS FOR OUTSTANDING SERVICE WJRS News
  • [ July 23, 2026 ] Major Upgrades Transforming Lake Cumberland State Resort Park WJRS News
  • [ July 23, 2026 ] Woman Accused of Impersonating Kentucky State Trooper in Clinton County WJRS News
  • [ July 22, 2026 ] Russell County Middle School SBDM Council to Meet Friday on Principal Search WJRS News
  • [ July 22, 2026 ] Two Drug-Related Arrests Reported in Casey County WJRS News
Home2021February

Month: February 2021

WJRS News

Sign ups for LCDHD vaccine appointments begin today

February 2, 2021 Zac Oakes

The Lake Cumberland District Health Department has received a limited supply of 700 COVID-19 vaccines and will be hosting clinics this week. This is only for those in Phase 1a or Phase 1b, including those […]

Tweet
Share
WJRS News

KY Courts now offering more online payment options

February 1, 2021 Zac Oakes

Anyone who owes court fines and fees in Kentucky will have more online payment options. Public information Officer for the Administration of the Courts (AOC) Leigh Ann Hiatt says the AOC is expanding its ePay […]

Tweet
Share
WJRS News

12 new cases of COVID-19 in RC on Monday, 8 people remain hospitalized

February 1, 2021 Zac Oakes

Statewide Testing Positivity Rate: 8.85%. Deaths: We are sad to report 1 new death today. We have experienced a total of 328 deaths resulting in a 1.81% mortality rate (about 1 in 55) among known […]

Tweet
Share
WJRS News

Mail-in renewing option for expiring driver’s licenses expanded

February 1, 2021 Zac Oakes

To minimize the spread of COVID-19, Gov. Andy Beshear today announced an extension of a special program for remote renewal of qualifying expired Kentucky driver’s license and ID cards. The new official order grants Kentuckians […]

Tweet
Share
WJRS News

Jamestown Woman Escapes Injury After Wreck, Fire

February 1, 2021 WJRS Staff

A Jamestown woman escaped any serious injury just after 1:00 p.m. Sunday after she lost control of her vehicle, apparently trying to avoid hitting a dog in the road.    46 year old Shelly Dobbs was […]

Tweet
Share
Local Sports

Laker Boys Bowling defeats Green County this weekend

February 1, 2021 Zac Oakes

On Saturday, the Laker bowling team hosted the Green County Dragons. The Lakers finished with 7 wins and 0 losses. High scores were Zack Kean – 248, Dylan Stringer – 236, Jason Womack – 203, […]

Tweet
Share
Local Sports

North Laurel’s Reed Sheppard Having Great Season, Just a Sophomore

February 1, 2021 WJRS Staff

By LARRY VAUGHT His coach thought Reed Sheppard would be a better player this year and also expected more statewide attention to be focused on him as he did improve. Sheppard averaged 20.6 points and […]

Tweet
Share
WJRS News

Snow Showers Throughout Today

February 1, 2021 Sean Hammond

Good morning, everyone and happy Monday. Most of us are waking up to some of white stuff on the ground this morning as we have a system going through the region bringing snow showers along […]

Tweet
Share

Posts pagination

« 1 … 18 19

current radar

NWS LMK Radar

Recent Podcasts

  • Community Conversation 7-22

    Jeff Hoover welcomes members of the Adair County 16U All-Star Girls Softball Team and assistant coach Grace Loy. The team recently captured the Kentucky Senior League Softball State Championship and was competing in the Super Regional Tournament in Lawrenceburg.Coach Loy and players from both Russell County and Adair County discuss their championship run, the chemistry between the combined team, their journey through the tournament, and their hopes of advancing to the national championship. Hear from the young athletes about their love for the game, teamwork, and representing their communities on the softball field. 

  • Community Conversation 7-21

    In this episode of Community Conversation, Jeff Hoover talks with Dr. Samantha Gaddie, founding director of Campbellsville University's new agriculture program. Dr. Gaddie discusses the launch of the university's new agriculture degree, the hands-on learning opportunities available to students, the importance of supporting Kentucky's agricultural industry, and her vision for preparing the next generation of agricultural leaders. Learn how this new program will partner with local farmers and provide students with practical experience while staying close to home in South Central Kentucky.

  • Community Conversation 7-15

    Jeff Hoover talks with Joyce Holt and Mike Berry about the 7th Annual Relay for Life Benefit Ride benefiting the American Cancer Society, including this year's new Biker Bingo fundraiser and ride details. He is also joined by Scott Jones and Daniel Buster from the City of Russell Springs to discuss an upcoming wood bat baseball tournament and the city's first-ever free Back to School Bash at Russell Springs City Park.

  • Community Conversation 7-14

    Lake Cumberland Tourism Director Danielle Wilson joins Community Conversation to discuss the tremendous success of the recent High School Fishing World Finals, the economic impact on local businesses, and the possibility of bringing the event back in the future. Wilson also highlights upcoming events including the 127 Yard Sale, the Lake Cumberland Bluegrass Festival, Food Truck Friday, and the growing summer tourism season across Russell County and Lake Cumberland.

  • Community Conversation 7-13

    Russell County 10U All-Star coach Reggie Roy joins Community Conversation following the team's undefeated run to the Cal Ripken State Championship in Elizabethtown. Roy discusses the players' hard work, the dedication of parents and coaches, and the community support as the team prepares to compete in the Super Regional Tournament in Indiana.

Subscribe to Our E-Newsletter

Sign up to receive our free daily recap of local news, sports, obituaries, and weather. (*=required field)
ABOUT US

LakerCountry.com is a service of WJRS Radio, a division of Lake Cumberland Broadcasters, LLC
2804 South Highway 127, Russell Springs, KY 42642 | (270) 343-4444 | Email

Legal Stuff
Copyright © Lake Cumberland Broadcasters, LLC. All rights reserved.
Web Development by World Wide Web Worx