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August 30, 2026

WJRS NEWS HEADLINES

[ August 29, 2026 ] Russell County Falls to LaRue County Friday Night 45-7 Local Sports
[ August 28, 2026 ] GIRLS SOCCER: Lady Lakers Shut Out Wayne County, 3–0 Local Sports
[ August 27, 2026 ] Laker Golf Falls to Adair County, 153–163 Local Sports
[ August 27, 2026 ] BOYS SOCCER: Varsity Lakers Fall 3–1; JV Claims 2–1 Victory Thursday at Barren Local Sports
[ August 27, 2026 ] Russell Springs Man Arrested in Corbin Police Investigation WJRS News

Youth League Football is Cancelled for the Season

September 15, 2020 WJRS Staff

There will be no youth league football this fall. Coach Ryan Richardson made the announcement last evening and shared a statement with WJRS Sports: “It is with great regret that we announce the cancellation of […]

Vaught’s Views on UK Sports for Wednesday, September 16th

September 15, 2020 WJRS Staff

Laker Sports Report for Tuesday, September 15th

September 14, 2020 WJRS Staff

In Laker Sports action from Monday: The Russell County Lady Laker soccer lost at home to Monroe County, 1-0. The girls soccer team will be on the road on Tuesday, traveling to Whitley City to […]

Vaught’s Views on UK Sports for Tuesday, September 15th

September 14, 2020 WJRS Staff

Laker Football hosts Warren East on Friday

September 14, 2020 Zac Oakes

The Russell County Lakers (1-0) will look to make it back-to-back wins to start the season when they host the Warren East Raiders in a district matchup Friday night at Finley Field. The Lakers are […]

Coach Mark Stoops Show This Afternoon on Laker Country 1049

September 14, 2020 WJRS Staff

Join the University of Kentucky head football coach, Mark Stoops, and the voice of Wildcat football, Tom Leach, for the Coach Mark Stoops Show, airing at 5 o’clock Monday afternoon on Laker County 1049

Laker Sports Report for Monday, September 14th

September 13, 2020 WJRS Staff

Last week kicked off an exciting week for Laker sports as we saw girls volleyball, middle school girls basketball, and high school football all get underway. This week, more exciting action for Russell County student […]

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.