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September 3, 2026

WJRS NEWS HEADLINES

[ September 2, 2026 ] Free Tutoring Available Through Russell County Public Library WJRS News
[ September 2, 2026 ] Adair County Sheriff Releases Agency’s Activity Report for August WJRS News
[ September 2, 2026 ] Monticello Man Arrested Following KSP Drug Investigation WJRS News
[ September 2, 2026 ] Columbia Police Respond to 828 Calls During August WJRS News
[ September 2, 2026 ] Albany Awarded $24 Million for New Water Treatment Plant WJRS News

Lady Laker Tennis falls to Metcalfe County

March 31, 2026 Zac Oakes

The Lady Laker Tennis team lost a close matchup with Metcalfe County yesterday by a score of 3-2. Abby Helm earned a singles win for Russell County, and in doubles action, the duo of Laila […]

Owensboro linebacker Ty Ashley made a connection with UK defensive coordinator Jay Bateman that helped convince him to commit to UK

March 31, 2026 Zac Oakes

by LARRY VAUGHT The more Kentucky defensive players you hear talk about new UK defensive coordinator Jay Bateman, the more praise you hear for one of coach Will Stein’s first hires. “It’s something that is […]

Laker Baseball drops Saturday doubleheader

March 30, 2026 Zac Oakes

The Laker Baseball team dropped both games of a Saturday doubleheader. The Lakers fell to Southwestern by a score of 9-6. Tanner Stringer led Russell County with 2 hits and 2 runs batted in. Ben […]

RCMS Lady Laker Soccer picks up victory over Casey County

March 30, 2026 Zac Oakes

The Russell County Middle School Lady Laker Soccer team picked up a victory over Casey County on Friday by a score of 3-2. Kenzie Bennett scored a pair of goals for the Lady Lakers. Andrea […]

Laker Tennis drops matchup with Casey County

March 30, 2026 Zac Oakes

The Laker Tennis team dropped a matchup with Casey County on Saturday. The boys fell 3-2. Owen Buras won a singles matchup, and Brodey Brown and Daniel Blakey won a doubles match. The girls fell […]

Lady Laker Softball on the road at Casey County tonight

March 30, 2026 Zac Oakes

The Lady Laker Softball team goes on the road to Casey County tonight. First pitch is scheduled for 5:00.

Deron Feldhaus was confident his son would be Mr. Basketball

March 30, 2026 Zac Oakes

By LARRY VAUGHT When Jake Feldhaus of Madison Central was named Kentucky’s Mr. Basketball it was not a surprise to his father, Deron Feldhaus, a former University of Kentucky player. “I was pretty confident. I […]

Lady Laker Softball falls in another close one

March 27, 2026 Zac Oakes

The Russell County High School Lady Laker Softball team lost another close game last night, falling 7-6 at home to Wayne County. The Lady Cardinals scored the go-ahead run in the top of the 7th […]

Laker Baseball falls at South Warren

March 27, 2026 Zac Oakes

The Laker Baseball team lost on the road at South Warren last night by a score of 11-0. Evan Hutchison and Alden Brumley recorded hits for the Lakers. The Lakers return to action at home […]

RCMS Softball wins big at Hart County

March 27, 2026 Zac Oakes

The Russell County Middle School Softball team won big at Hart County last night by a score of 25-2 in three innings. The Lady Lakers scored 9 runs each in the 1st and 2nd innings, […]

Community Conversation 9-2
Jeff Hoover talks with Glenna Helm of Burnside Tourism about Thunder Over Burnside, happening this Labor Day weekend at Burnside City Coal Park. They discuss the free event, live bands, food trucks, craft vendors, activities for children, and the fireworks finale.
Community Conversation 9-1
Jeff Hoover talks with Russell County Judge-Executive Randy Marcum about road projects and funding, the county’s 911 and EMS services, the new Air Methods helicopter base, the solar farm project, improvements at Greasy Creek Roadside Park, and the county’s financial outlook heading into the fall.
Community Conversation 8-31
Jeff Hoover sits down with Russell Springs Mayor Eddie Thomas to talk about the busy summer at Russell Springs City Park, progress on the city’s water project, the new nine-hole turf golf course, upcoming community events, improvements to Main Street, and new additions at the park.
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.