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Several Cats Turn Off Social Media

January 15, 2021 WJRS Staff
by LARRY VAUGHT Several Kentucky basketball players have turned off their social media accounts this season because of fan criticism over UK’s 1-6 start. Freshman Brandon Boston was even booed in Rupp Arena and has […]
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Snow Chances Today Through the Weekend

January 15, 2021 Sean Hammond
Good Friday, everyone and welcome to the end of the work week! We are watching our system coming into the area that is bringing a cold rain through the region this morning, but that should […]
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Obituaries

Marlon Andy Richardson, age 56, Formerly of Liberty

January 15, 2021 Sean Hammond
Marlon Andy Richardson, of Orange County, Florida, formerly of Liberty, Kentucky, passed away on Saturday, January 9, 2021.  He was 56 years of age. Born on October 31, 1964, in Somerset, Kentucky, he was a son […]
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Gov. Beshear announces Kroger regional COVID-19 vaccination sites coming

January 14, 2021 Zac Oakes
FRANKFORT, Ky. (Jan. 14, 2021) – Today, Gov. Andy Beshear, state officials and Kroger leadership announced a new partnership to significantly increase the speed of COVID-19 vaccinations across the commonwealth. The first Kroger regional, drive-through […]
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Three new cases of COVID-19 in RC on Thursday

January 14, 2021 Zac Oakes
Statewide Testing Positivity Rate: 12.34%. Deaths: We regret we must report 8 new deaths today. We have experienced a total of 294 deaths resulting in a 1.83% mortality rate (about 1 in 55) among known […]
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RCMS Boys Basketball splits matchup with Green County

January 14, 2021 Zac Oakes
The Russell County Middle School Boys Basketball team traveled to Green County Thursday night. Seventh grade team won easily by a score of 41-15. Eighth grade team fell short, losing by a score of 37-23.
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“A Laker to the bone” Reflecting on the legacy of Flash Wilson

January 14, 2021 Zac Oakes
It says something about who you are when people know you by one name. That couldn’t be more true right here in Russell County for the man that was known by everyone as Flash. Larry […]
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Multiple arrests on Thursday

January 14, 2021 Zac Oakes
Two individuals were arrested and lodged in the Russell County Detention Center on Thursday. Those arrested include: William Scottie Phelps, 39, of Liberty, on charges of trafficking in methamphetamine, buy/possess drug paraphernalia x2, possession of […]
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Laker Football Awards announced

January 14, 2021 Zac Oakes
The Russell County High School Football Team announced its annual Laker Football Awards. Running Back Award – Collin Darnell Wide Receiver Award – CJ Vonfumetti Offensive Line Award – Riley Burke Defensive Line Award – […]
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Transportation Cabinet seeking input from Russell Co. citizens

January 14, 2021 Zac Oakes
Somerset, KY – Public input is needed to help the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) identify transportation concerns along the U.S. 127 corridor in Russell County between the Jamestown Bypass and KY 379. KYTC along with […]
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  • Lakers vs Green County

    Russell County vs Green County from Friday, September 25th

  • Community Conversation 9-25

    Jeff Hoover talks with Cloyd Bumgardner, Deputy Pulaski County Judge-Executive and longtime educator, about the upcoming Technology Showcase at the Center for Rural Development in Somerset. They discuss the free regional event, which will feature robotics, drones, artificial intelligence, virtual reality, 3D printing, skilled trades, electric vehicles and more, along with opportunities for students and the public to explore careers in technology.

  • Community Conversation 9-23

    Jeff Hoover talks with Russell County High School boys golf coach Brandon Selby about the Lakers’ season, senior Gabe Browning’s qualification for the state semifinal, and the team’s young roster. They also discuss plans for a new Laker Golf Academy featuring two golf simulators, a putting area and workout space.

  • Community Conversation 9-21

    Jeff Hoover talks with Ethan Selby of the Lake Cumberland Regional College and Workforce Center about SkillsUSA and the hands-on career programs available to students. They also discuss the upcoming SkillsUSA car show, how students help organize and run the event, and how the proceeds help support SkillsUSA activities throughout the year.

  • Lakers vs Taylor County

    Russell County vs Taylor County from Friday, September 18th.

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