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September 11, 2026

WJRS NEWS HEADLINES

[ September 11, 2026 ] Lakers Shut Out Glasgow Following 3-3 Tie with Somerset Local Sports
[ September 10, 2026 ] Russell Springs Residents to See Slight Tax Rate Decrease WJRS News
[ September 10, 2026 ] Russell Springs Water Line Project on Track for Thanksgiving Completion WJRS News
[ September 10, 2026 ] Russell Springs Police Respond to 556 Calls During August, Make 39 Arrests WJRS News
[ September 10, 2026 ] Holly Ballou Crowned 2026 RCMS Football Homecoming Queen WJRS News

RCHS Soccer, Volleyball teams in action tonight

September 15, 2025 Zac Oakes

The Russell County High School soccer and volleyball teams will be in action tonight. The Laker Soccer team will go on the road for a district matchup with Clinton County this evening, getting underway at […]

Junior Molly Berezowitz believes she can always find a way to bring more energy to the UK volleyball team

September 15, 2025 Zac Oakes

By LARRY VAUGHT Maddie Berezowitz was part of Kentucky’s 2020 national championship volleyball team and part of four straight Southeastern Conference championship teams. Even though she didn’t play a lot of Kentucky’s talented 2020 team, […]

Laker Football goes on the road to Clay County tonight

September 12, 2025 Zac Oakes

The Laker Football team will go on the road again tonight, traveling east of I-75 to take on the Clay County Tigers. Kickoff for tonight’s game is scheduled for 6:30 p.m. CT at Clay County […]

Lady Laker Volleyball wins at Cumberland County; Laker Soccer falls to Wayne County

September 12, 2025 Zac Oakes

The Lady Laker Volleyball team went on the road last night and picked up a district win over Cumberland County, coming out on top 3 sets to 0. The Lady Lakers now hold a 4-0 […]

Russell County athletic teams in action tonight

September 11, 2025 Zac Oakes

Multiple Russell County athletic teams are in action tonight. The Lady Laker Volleyball team goes on the road tonight for a district matchup with Cumberland County. Those games get underway at 5:30 this evening. The […]

Lady Laker Soccer defeats Warren East; Lakers fall to FCA

September 10, 2025 Zac Oakes

The Lady Laker Soccer team picked up a win at home over the Warren East Lady Raiders last night by a score of 2-1. The Lady Raiders scored the first goal, but Addison Coffey scored […]

RCMS Basketball teams sweep Adair County; RCMS Football wins at Monroe

September 10, 2025 Zac Oakes

The Russell County Middle School Lady Laker Basketball teams swept Adair County on the road last night. 6th grade won 28-23. 7th grade won 34-26. 8th grade won 31-22. The teams are back in action […]

Kentucky libero Molly Tuozzo and Centre College setter Olivia Chojnacki were middle school and high school teammates in Texas.

September 10, 2025 Zac Oakes

by LARRY VAUGHT Centre College junior setter Olivia Chojnacki has not been surprised by the success Molly Tuozzo has had playing volleyball at the University of Kentucky. They were teammates at Woodlands High School in […]

Lady Laker Volleyball sweeps Clinton County at home

September 9, 2025 Zac Oakes

The Lady Laker Volleyball team had a big night, sweeping district rival Clinton County. The Lady Lakers won 3 sets to 0 over the Lady Bulldogs. The JV team won 2 sets to 1 and […]

Laker Soccer plays Barren County to draw, Lady Lakers fall to Taylor County

September 9, 2025 Zac Oakes

The Laker Soccer team took on Barren County at home last night, with the game finishing in a 2-2 tie. The Lady Laker Soccer team went on the road to Taylor County last night, where […]

Community Conversation 9-10
Sean Hammond talks with Mike Berry of the Caretakers Riding Club about their upcoming Toys for Tots benefit ride, the club’s commitment to helping local families, and the many ways they give back to Russell and Adair counties.
Community Conversation 9-9
Sean Hammond talks with members of the 606 Jeep Association and Russell Springs about the upcoming Jeeps & Jokers Poker Run. They discuss the five-stop poker run, Jeep Show & Shine, kids’ Power Wheels obstacle course, food trucks, vendors, prizes, and how the event supports Russell County Jaycees Toys for Tots. Whether you own a Jeep or just want to enjoy a fun day with the community, everyone is invited!
Community Conversation 9-8
Tourism Director Danielle Wilson joins Sean Hammond on Community Conversation to discuss tourism in Russell County, the upcoming Lake Cumberland Poker Run, the Chamber Golf Scramble, the success of Food Truck Fridays, and the continued growth of local tourism. Tune in for a look at the events, people, and opportunities keeping Russell County busy beyond the summer season.
Lakers vs Campbellsville
Russell County vs Campbellsville from Friday, September 4th.
Community Conversation 9-4
Jeff Hoover talks with Russell County Opioid Liaison Jennifer Knifley about National Recovery Month, the importance of sharing stories of recovery, Purple Fridays, and the impact addiction has on individuals and families. They also discuss the upcoming Light of Hope Candlelight Ceremony and the message Jennifer wants everyone struggling with addiction to hear: there is always hope.