February, 2021 | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Patricia Ann Kelly, age 54, of Russell Springs

February 23, 2021 WJRS Staff

Patricia Ann Kelly, of Russell Springs, passed away on Tuesday, February 23, 2021, at her home. She was 54 years old. Patricia was born on December 2, 1966, in Indianapolis, Indiana, daughter of the late […]

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UK Recruiting Target Has Close Ties to Tyler Herro

February 23, 2021 WJRS Staff

By LARRY VAUGHT Kentucky recruiting target Brandin Podziemski, a 6-5 Wisconsin guard, has a close connection with the UK coaching staff. Podziemski’s AAU coach is Antonio Curo, who had the same role with former Wildcat […]

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Ford receives new four-year contract; a look at superintendent salaries in the area

February 23, 2021 Zac Oakes

The Russell County Board of Education approved a new four-year contract for Superintendent Michael Ford at Monday night’s board of education meeting. The contract, which will keep Ford’s salary the same at $110,000, will go […]

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RCMS Volleyball results vs Green County

February 23, 2021 Zac Oakes

The Russell County Middle School Volleyball team went on the road to Green County Monday. 6th grade team won 21-11, 21-5 7th grade lost 2-1 (22-20 RC, GC 21-7, GC 22-20) 8th grade lost 21-13, […]

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Laker Bowling results vs Barren County

February 23, 2021 Zac Oakes

On Monday, the Laker Bowling Team hosted the Barren County Trojans at Laker Lanes. The Lady Lakers finished with 1 win and 6 losses. High scores for the girls were Makayla Melson -169, and Ryleigh […]

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Regional vaccine sites to start registering people in Phase 1C March 1

February 22, 2021 Zac Oakes

Governor Andy Beshear announced that the state’s regional vaccine sites will begin registering people who are in Phase 1C for COVID-19 vaccinations on March 1. Phase 1C consists of the following individuals: Anyone age 60 […]

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12 new cases of COVID-19 in RC on Monday

February 22, 2021 Zac Oakes

Statewide Testing Positivity Rate: 6.6%. Deaths: We are pleased to report no new deaths today. We have experienced a total of 352 deaths resulting in a 1.76% mortality rate (about 1 in 57) among known […]

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High School Basketball Recap from Monday

February 22, 2021 WJRS Staff

The Russell County Lady Lakers got a victory at Laker gym, defeating Pulaski County, 52 to 40. Seniors Star Marcum and Juliah Bault led Russell County with 19 and 17 points, respectively. Hannah Yates chipped […]

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Elementary schools return in-person, RCMS and RCHS stay virtual

February 22, 2021 Zac Oakes

Elementary schools in Russell County will return to in-person learning tomorrow, Tuesday February 23, but Russell County Middle School and Russell County High School will stay virtual. This is due to a major water line […]

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Rescue Squad responded to 48 calls during winter storm

February 22, 2021 Zac Oakes

The Russell County Rescue Squad was busy during the winter storm that hit the county last week, responding to a total of 48 calls. In total, the Rescue Squad drove nearly 1,700 miles and totaled […]

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