April, 2024 | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

Quarterback Brock Vandagriff has one Georgia Fan who will be Pulling for Him to Beat the Bulldogs Next Season

April 24, 2024 Sean Hammond

By LARRY VAUGHT Quarterback Brock Vandagriff has impressed Kentucky teammates and coaches since transferring from Georgia. However, that’s no surprise to long-time Georgia fan Mary Alice Gilbert who watched him play in high school in […]

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Russell Springs man indicted on rape, incest charges

April 24, 2024 Zac Oakes

A Russell Springs man was indicted yesterday on charges of first-degree rape, incest, and other crimes. A Russell County grand jury indicted 54-year-old David Holderfield of Russell Springs on charges of first-degree rape, incest, sexual […]

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Lakers defeat Cumberland County in 3 innings

April 24, 2024 Zac Oakes

The Laker Baseball team picked up a shutout win over Cumberland County in 3 innings last night. The Lakers went on the road and defeated the Panthers by a score of 15-0. Owen Loy led […]

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Smith discusses role of faith in taking over as new JES principal

April 24, 2024 Zac Oakes

New Jamestown Elementary School Principal Zach Smith says his Christian faith played a big role in the decision to pursue the principal job at Jamestown. Smith spoke to WJRS News more about how his faith […]

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Hart pitches 3 inning no-hitter as Lady Lakers shutout Metcalfe County

April 24, 2024 Zac Oakes

The Russell County Lady Laker Softball team picked up a shutout victory on the road at Metcalfe County yesterday by a score of 19-0. Addison Hart pitched a 3 inning no-hitter for Russell County, striking […]

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Branscum discusses renovation/expansion funds at RCH

April 24, 2024 Zac Oakes

State Rep. Josh Branscum was at Russell County Hospital yesterday, speaking to employees about funds passed by the state legislature for an expansion/renovation at the hospital. Branscum credited the work of the hospital’s employees, board, […]

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RCMS Lakers shut out Monroe ; Lady Lakers fall to Adair

April 24, 2024 Zac Oakes

The Russell County Middle School Laker Baseball team picked up a shutout win over Monroe County last night by a score of 13-0. Keaton Garner drove in 4 runs for the Lakers, and Parker Brumley […]

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Russell County FFA Horsemanship team competes at Murray State

April 24, 2024 Zac Oakes

The Russell County FFA horsemanship team recently traveled to Murray State University to compete in the Kentucky state FFA horsemanship contest. The team consists of Chloe Robertson , Callie Reynolds, Piper Garmon, and Baylee Flatt […]

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Four charged in reported drug smuggling operation at Casey County Jail

April 24, 2024 Zac Oakes

Four people are facing charges for what is being reported as a drug smuggling operation at the Casey County jail. According to reports, the Casey County Sheriff’s Office launched an investigation at the end of […]

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RCMS Lady Laker Soccer defeats Northern

April 24, 2024 Zac Oakes

The RCMS Lady Laker Soccer team defeated Northern Middle School last night. In the A game, the Lady Lakers came out on top by a score of 2-1. Addison Coffey scored both goals for Russell […]

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