August 30, 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
  • [ August 30, 2026 ] Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library Legacy Will Continue WJRS News
  • [ August 30, 2026 ] Laker Marching Band Opens 2026 Season at Mark Twain Exhibition WJRS News
  • [ August 30, 2026 ] U.S. 127 Across Wolf Creek Dam Closing Wednesday WJRS News
  • [ August 30, 2026 ] Columbia Man Charged with Robbery, Wanton Endangerment WJRS News
  • [ August 30, 2026 ] Nicholasville Man Drowns at Grider Hill Marina, Body Recovered Early Sunday Morning WJRS News
Home2024April

Month: April 2024

WJRS News

Current 127 project part of ongoing plans for highway

April 17, 2024 Zac Oakes
As work continues on Highway 127 as part of a months-long project to add turning lanes and changing stoplights, Amber Hale, spokesperson for the District 8 Transportation Cabinet, said other areas of 127 are being […]
Tweet
Share
Local Sports

Lady Laker Softball drops close one to Cumberland County

April 17, 2024 Zac Oakes
The Russell County Lady Laker Softball team dropped a close one on the road in a district matchup at Cumberland County yesterday. The Lady Lakers held an early lead, gaining a 4-1 advantage after 2 […]
Tweet
Share
WJRS News

City, County leaders discuss proposed sports complex at chamber meeting

April 17, 2024 Zac Oakes
The Russell County Chamber of Commerce met yesterday for its monthly meeting, with Russell County Judge Executive Randy Marcum, Jamestown Mayor Regena Hinton, and Russell Springs Mayor Eddie Thomas speaking to the chamber about the […]
Tweet
Share
Local Sports

RCMS Softball defeats Hart, Baseball defeats Metcalfe

April 17, 2024 Zac Oakes
The Russell County Middle School Softball team defeated Hart County yesterday by a score of 17-2 in three innings. Kinsley Wilson and Olivia Robertson each hit home runs in the victory. Robertson finished the game […]
Tweet
Share
WJRS News

Harris throws first pitch as city celebrates opening of newly renovated park field

April 17, 2024 Zac Oakes
As Russell County Little League baseball players prepared to take the field at Russell Springs City Park yesterday evening, they did so at the newly-renovated First National Bank Field. The city has been working for […]
Tweet
Share
WJRS News

Russell Springs Volunteer Fire Department releases year-to-date report

April 17, 2024 Zac Oakes
The Russell Springs Volunteer Fire Department released its year-to-date report recently. During the current fiscal year, which began July 1, the fire department has responded to 13 structure fires, 6 grass fires, 1 wood fire, […]
Tweet
Share
Local Sports

RCMS Lady Laker Soccer defeats Southern

April 17, 2024 Zac Oakes
The Russell County Middle School Lady Laker Soccer team defeated Southern Middle School last night by a score of 7-2. Addison Coffey led the Lady Lakers with 3 goals, followed by Bella Blakey with 2, […]
Tweet
Share
Obituaries

Lula Clarkson Pettey, age 85, of Jamestown

April 16, 2024 Sean Hammond
Lula Clarkson Pettey, of Jamestown, passed away on Monday, April 15, 2024, at Fair Oaks Health and Rehabilitation. She was 85 years of age. Born at home, in Casey County, on September 10, 1938, she […]
Tweet
Share
No Picture
Obituaries

Dale Bell, age 72, of Jamestown

April 16, 2024 Sean Hammond
Dale Bell, 72, of Jamestown, KY passed away Sunday, April 14th, at home. Dale was born in Jamestown, KY on April 29, 1951, a son of the late Bessie (Conner) and Herbie Bell. Dale is […]
Tweet
Share
Obituaries

Jason Johnson, age 47, of Russell Springs

April 16, 2024 Sean Hammond
Jason Johnson, age 47, of Russell Springs, KY passed away Saturday, April 13, 2024, at his residence. He was born on Friday, October 15, 1976, in Columbia, Kentucky. He was the son of: Mother – […]
Tweet
Share

Posts pagination

« 1 … 9 10 11 … 20 »

current radar

NWS LMK Radar

Recent Podcasts

  • Lakers vs LaRue County

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

  • Community Conversation 8-27

    Sean Hammond sits down with Russell County High School NJROTC Chief Dennis Kiser to discuss the program’s upcoming activities, competitions, educational opportunities, and community events. Chief Kiser also shares how NJROTC helps students build discipline, leadership, confidence, and skills for success—whether or not they pursue a military career.

  • Community Conversation 8-24

    Susan Toby, chairperson of the Lake Cumberland Walk to End Alzheimer’s, joins Jeff Hoover to discuss Alzheimer’s awareness, early warning signs, the importance of early diagnosis and treatment, and how the community can support families affected by the disease. Toby also shares details about the upcoming Walk to End Alzheimer’s in Somerset on September 27th and how listeners can participate or support the cause.

  • Lakers vs Adair County

    Russell County vs Adair County from Friday, August 21st.

  • Community Conversation 8-19

    Jeff Hoover talks with Russell County High School FFA state champion public speakers Piper Garmon and recent graduate Kendall Melton. The two share their experiences competing at the state level, their winning speeches, and how FFA has helped them build confidence, discover opportunities, and prepare for their futures in agriculture and education.

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