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August 29, 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

Laker Sports, Thursday, August 29th

August 29, 2019 Sean Hammond

Russell County native Scott Jones was named as the Lady Laker softball head coach on Wednesday afternoon. You can hear from Jones about his new position coming up on today’s local newscasts. The RCHS Lady […]

Laker Sports, Wednesday, August 28th

August 28, 2019 Sean Hammond

The RCMS football team picked up a huge win on the road Tuesday night with a 49-0 shutout of Clinton County. In RCMS girls’ basketball action, the 6th grade defeated home standing Metcalfe County 33-10 […]

Laker Sports Report, Tuesday, August 27th

August 27, 2019 Sean Hammond

The Lady Laker volleyball team was in action at Campbellsville High School on Monday evening. The freshmen Lady Lakers won 21-15, 21-15, the JV won 21-15 and then were defeated 21-18, 21-10 and the varsity […]

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.
Community Conversation 8-18
Jeff Hoover talks with Kentucky Lieutenant Governor and Democratic candidate for governor Jacqueline Coleman about her campaign, education, school funding, Kentucky’s budget, working with the legislature, and her vision for the future of the Commonwealth. Coleman also discusses her background as an educator, coach, and mother and what sets her apart in the Democratic primary.