Laker Country 104.9

Sean Hammond sits down with Pastor Josh Owens from Clear Springs Baptist Church to talk about an upcoming community event: Worship at the Park, happening October 4th at 5 PM at Beck Park in Jamestown.

Jeff Hoover talks with Tom Preston, CEO of Duo Broadband. They discuss the importance of reliable internet in Russell County, how broadband access impacts education, business, and daily life, and Duo’s efforts to expand fiber service across the region.

Sean Hammond sits down with Brittany Burton from Somerset Community College’s Russell Center to discuss an upcoming job fair on September 30th. Brittany shares her role as a community mentor, offering guidance for those looking to re-enter the workforce or explore new career paths. They chat about the variety of local employers attending, resume-building tips, and how the job fair aims to connect community members with valuable resources.

Russell County vs Taylor County from Friday, September 19th.

Jeff Hoover is joined by Cody Wilson and Daryl Robertson to talk about today’s Masonic Lodge fish fry in Russell Springs. They share details on the event, how the proceeds support local scholarships and programs.

Sean Hammond chats with Michael Carpenter, Athletic Director at Russell County High School, about a major change coming to Kentucky high school basketball: the KHSAA’s new 35-second shot clock rule, set to take effect in the 2027-28 season. Michael discusses the challenges and costs of implementing shot clocks, as well as the expected impact on the game.

Jeff Hoover is joined by Jamestown Mayor Regena Hinton, council member Tony Wright, and Angie Andrew from the 606 Jeep Club to talk about the upcoming “Jeeps Are Wild” poker run and Jeep event. They share details on activities, prizes, and how the event will support Food for the Needy.

Sean Hammond sits down with Russell County Sheriff Derek Poston to reflect on the one-year anniversary of Deputy Josh Phipps' passing in the line of duty. Sheriff Poston shares the emotional impact of the loss, the community's tribute through the dedication of Highway 127 in Deputy Phipps’ honor, and the ongoing grieving process. He also opens up about Josh’s legacy, his contributions to law enforcement, and the strength of the sheriff’s department and the community in moving forward.

Jeff Hoover welcomes Amber Hale from the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet’s District 8 office. They discuss progress on the U.S. 127 bridge project, upcoming road improvements, and how roundabouts and other safety measures could impact Russell County’s future.

Sean Hammond chats with Daryl Robertson from the Masonic Lodge about their upcoming community fish fry.