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Month: March 2021

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Laker Bowling team defeats Taylor County

March 7, 2021 Zac Oakes
On Thursday, the Laker Bowling Team traveled to Phillips Lanes to take on the Taylor County Cardinals. The Laker Boys finished with 4 wins and 3 losses to win the match and complete the regular […]
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More vaccine availability in Russell County

March 7, 2021 Zac Oakes
Russell Countians wishing to receive the COVID-19 vaccination have more options. Russell Springs Pharmacy and Jamestown Pharmacy now have COVID-19 vaccines. Walgreens in Russell Springs is offering the vaccine. Additionally, the Lake Cumberland District Health […]
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Three new cases of COVID-19 in RC on Friday

March 7, 2021 Zac Oakes
Statewide Testing Positivity Rate: 4.25%. Deaths: We are sad to report 2 new deaths today. We have experienced a total of 362 deaths resulting in a 1.76% mortality rate (about 1 in 57) among known […]
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Lady Lakers, Lakers in Action Over the Weekend

March 7, 2021 WJRS Staff
The Russell County Lady Lakers and Laker boys were both in action over the weekend. On Friday night, the Lady Lakers traveled to Campbellsville to take on Taylor County, a team that beat the Lady […]
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This Week at the State Capitol

March 6, 2021 WJRS Staff
This Week at the State Capitol By Rob Webber LRC Public Information Services FRANKFORT – The list of issues receiving consideration from state lawmakers continued growing this week as workdays lengthened and an increased number […]
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Deborah Rebecca “Debbie” Russell, age 50, of Jamestown

March 6, 2021 WJRS Staff
Deborah Rebecca “Debbie” Russell, of Jamestown, passed away on Thursday, March 4, 2021, at TJ Samson Community Hospital, in Glasgow. She was 50 years of age. She is survived by her husband, Bro. Scott Russell, […]
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Russell Co. Board of Education to hold special meeting tonight

March 5, 2021 Zac Oakes
The Russell County Board of Education will hold a special-called meeting this evening at 5 p.m. at the Russell County Auditorium. The purpose of the meeting is to consider approving a return to four days […]
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Laker Boys at Wayne County Friday, Game Broadcast on WJRS

March 4, 2021 WJRS Staff
The Russell County Lakers will travel to Monticello Friday night to take on Wayne County.   Tip off set for 6:30 CT.    Join Jeff Hoover for all the action on Laker Country 1049 WJRS.   Pregame […]
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Lady Lakers Lose at Greenwood, Back in Action Friday at Taylor County

March 4, 2021 WJRS Staff
The Russell County Lady Lakers went on the road Thursday night to take on the 4th region’s third-ranked team of Greenwood High School in Bowling Green. The Lady Lakers trailed at halftime 30-26.   Greenwood increased […]
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RCMS soccer opens season by splitting matchup with Whitley County

March 4, 2021 Zac Oakes
The Russell County Middle School Soccer teams opened their seasons against Whitley County last night. The girls picked up a win 4-2, while the boys fell short by a score of 4-0.
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Recent Podcasts

  • Community Conversation 9-3

    Jeff Hoover talks with legendary Kentucky high school basketball coach Allen Feldhaus Jr. following his induction into the Kentucky High School Basketball Hall of Fame. Coach Feldhaus reflects on his 41-year coaching career, his father’s influence, the 2013 state championship, and the lasting relationships basketball has created throughout his career.

  • Community Conversation 9-2

    Jeff Hoover talks with Glenna Helm of Burnside Tourism about Thunder Over Burnside, happening this Labor Day weekend at Burnside City Coal Park. They discuss the free event, live bands, food trucks, craft vendors, activities for children, and the fireworks finale.

  • Community Conversation 9-1

    Jeff Hoover talks with Russell County Judge-Executive Randy Marcum about road projects and funding, the county’s 911 and EMS services, the new Air Methods helicopter base, the solar farm project, improvements at Greasy Creek Roadside Park, and the county’s financial outlook heading into the fall.

  • Community Conversation 8-31

    Jeff Hoover sits down with Russell Springs Mayor Eddie Thomas to talk about the busy summer at Russell Springs City Park, progress on the city’s water project, the new nine-hole turf golf course, upcoming community events, improvements to Main Street, and new additions at the park.

  • Lakers vs LaRue County

    Russell County vs LaRue County from Friday, August 28th.

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