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Month: April 2024

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What is included for Russell County in state funding bill?

April 2, 2024 Zac Oakes
The state legislature passed House Bill 1 last week, a state funding bill totaling more than $2 billion. The bill includes funding for projects across the state, with a couple major local projects included. The […]
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Lady Laker Softball to take on Bath County today

April 2, 2024 Zac Oakes
The Russell County Lady Laker Softball team is back in action today in the Florida Softball Beach Bash. The Lady Lakers will take on Bath County today in their second matchup of the spring break […]
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Two die in fatal wreck involving Somerset-Pulaski County ambulance

April 2, 2024 Zac Oakes
A Pulaski County ambulance was involved in a fatal wreck yesterday morning. According to Kentucky State Police, the collision occurred on U.S. 27 in Garrard County near the Garrard/Jessamine County line when a 2021 Kenworth […]
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Severe weather possible today

April 2, 2024 Zac Oakes
With the threat of severe weather today, WJRS News participated in a conference call with the National Weather Service yesterday afternoon. John Gordon, Chief Meteorologist with the National Weather Service in Louisville, spoke on yesterday’s […]
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Comer talks importance of tourism in area

April 2, 2024 Zac Oakes
Wrapping up our discussion with Congressman James Comer, WJRS News spoke to Comer about the importance of tourism in the area and his focus on eliminating obstacles to the success of the industry. Here’s what […]
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Human remains found in Clinton County

April 2, 2024 Zac Oakes
Human remains were reportedly found in Clinton County recently after a resident in the Cartwright community found a human skull in a ravine behind their house. The Clinton County Sheriff’s Office responded to the call […]
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Severe Weather Possible Tuesday

April 1, 2024 Sean Hammond
Strong to severe storms are possible in the region for the day on Tuesday. WJRS News spoke to Meteorologist Dan Holiday… Stay tuned to Laker Country 1049 for the latest severe weather information.
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Laker Baseball defeats Highlands in Myrtle Beach

April 1, 2024 Zac Oakes
The Laker Baseball team picked up a win yesterday afternoon playing in Myrtle Beach. The Lakers defeated Highlands High School by a score of 11-8. Mayes Gosser and Owen Loy led the way for Russell […]
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Crash in Casey County results in three deaths, another person seriously injured

April 1, 2024 Zac Oakes
A fatal collision in Casey County resulted in the deaths of three individuals yesterday afternoon, with another suffering serious injuries. According to a spokesperson for Kentucky State Police Post 15, the crash resulted in the […]
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Road project set to begin today

April 1, 2024 Zac Oakes
A major local road project is expected to get underway this week. The project includes adding turning lanes at several intersections along U.S. 127 as well as KY 619. That includes offset left turn lanes […]
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Recent Podcasts

  • 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.

  • Community Conversation 9-18

    Jeff Hoover talks with Daniel Buster from the City of Russell Springs and Wayne Lynch from the Ol' Boys Toys Car Club about the monthly car shows on Main Street in Russell Springs. They discuss this Saturday’s trophy show, food trucks, live music, the Russell County Elementary School band fundraiser, and how the car club gives back to the community.

  • Community Conversation 9-17

    Jeff Hoover talks with Russell County Public Library Director Cody Gabehart about the grand opening of The Green, including the new pavilion, sensory play space, walking trail and amphitheater. They also discuss upcoming events, the library’s Halloween costume shop, the new library website, and the digitization of local genealogy and oral history records.

  • Community Conversation 9-16

    Jeff Hoover talks with Russell County Jaycee Leonard Coppage about the ninth annual Convoy for Kids, coming up October 17th at the Russell County Fairgrounds. They discuss the new truck show, classic cars and tractors, the convoy route, and how the event raises money for Toys for Tots.

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