December, 2024 | Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

School Board to meet this morning

December 5, 2024 Zac Oakes

The Russell County Board of Education will meet in special session this morning. The board is expected to take action on bids for the football field house and bus garage projects, as well as discuss […]

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Judge Executive Marcum excited for hospital expansion/renovation

December 5, 2024 Zac Oakes

As Russell County Hospital continues work on plans for a major expansion and renovation, Russell County Judge Executive Randy Marcum told WJRS on Community Conversations he’s excited about the renovation and how it could impact […]

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Kobe Brea embraces role coming off the bench

December 5, 2024 Zac Oakes

By Larry Vaught Koby Brea was the nation’s top 3-point shooter at Dayton last season when he made 100 of 201 3’s, a 49.8 percent mark — the highest percentage in the NCAA in six […]

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Kenneth Roe “Wolfman” Robertson, age,91 of Russell Springs

December 4, 2024 Sean Hammond

Kenneth Roe “Wolfman” Robertson, age 91 of Russell Springs, died on December 4, 2024 at Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital in Somerset. He was born on February 2, 1933 the son of the late Ollis and […]

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Boil Water Advisory in Jamestown

December 4, 2024 Zac Oakes

A boil water advisory is in effect for the City of Jamestown. This includes Fox Point Road and Woolen Mill Road. This advisory will stay in effect until further notice. While this advisory is in […]

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Devin Todd McDonald, age 32, of Russell Springs

December 4, 2024 Sean Hammond

Devin Todd McDonald, 32, of Russell Springs, passed away Monday, December 2nd, at home. Devin was born in Somerset, KY on June 9, 1992, a son of Cleda (McDonald) Scott, of Russell Springs and the […]

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Lady Lakers fall in season opener, Lakers win big

December 4, 2024 Zac Oakes

Last night was the season opener for the Russell County Laker and Lady Laker Basketball teams, with both teams hitting the road to start the 24-25 season. The Lady Lakers went on the road to […]

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Judge Executive Marcum provides update on Greasy Creek project

December 4, 2024 Zac Oakes

There have been some positive discussions recently between county officials and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers regarding the planned project at Greasy Creek. Judge Executive Randy Marcum provided an update on where things stand […]

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Local gas prices remain lower than most neighboring counties and state average

December 4, 2024 Zac Oakes

Local gas prices remain lower than most neighboring counties, and come in lower than the state average. The average price of gas in Russell County comes in at $2.70 per gallon, according to AAA. Of […]

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School board to hold special-called meeting tomorrow

December 4, 2024 Zac Oakes

The Russell County Board of Education will meet in special session tomorrow. The board is expected to approve or reject bids for the football field house and bus garage projects and discuss the school calendar […]

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