EKU Interim President Gives Update on University’s New Policies amid Coronavirus Outbreak
Following the decision of many educational institutions to close for the semester or go to online-only formats, WBONTV met with Eastern Kentucky University Interim President Dr. David McFaddin on to discuss the University’s transition during the COVID-19 outbreak. This decision was made on Tuesday, March 17 and the online-only format will take effect immediately. Dr. […]
The Heavily Debated Topic of Hemp: Information Regarding this Natural Resource
WBONtv sat down with Brandon Sears, Agent for Agriculture and Natural Resources of the Madison County Extension Education Center. He gave us valuable information about what hemp means to farmers who grow this cash crop and how they make money from it, and the struggles they have endured following legislation and changes across Kentucky. Sears […]
Mayor Robert Blythe Explains Importance of Black History Month As the First Black Richmond Mayor
We sat down with Richmond Mayor Robert Blythe to get his take on the importance of Black History Month. This month celebrates the accomplishments of African-Americans throughout America’s history, and Blythe is a special figure in respect to this month as he is the first Black Mayor Richmond has ever had. He touches on the […]
Basketball Highlights: Madison Central and Lexington Catholic Battle it Out in a Thrilling Matchup (2/11/20)
The Madison Central Indians travelled to Lexington last night to take on the Lexington Catholic Knights. The Indians got off to a slow start in the first half, but came out strong in the third quarter to give the Knights a run for their money throughout the entire second half. Central was led by Junior […]
Afternoon News Brief 2-11-2020: Richmond trio Arrested for methamphetamine possession, Finding forever homes for pets at the Madison County animal shelter, Beyond The Call with AG Daniel Cameron
Morning News Brief 2-11-2020: Flood warning for Estill County, Body identified as 39 year old Gary Lee Perry, Horse euthanized after receiving gunshot wound, Bare-foot bandit arrested on drug and theft charges
Afternoon News Brief 2-10-2020: Bare-footed alleged shoplifter arrested on multiple drug charges, Body identified in Rowan County, Shawnda Ebert deploys/MSHS says their goodbyes, Tax season is upon us check out some tips
Basketball Highlights MCHS vs. Seneca (2-8-20),W/a Buzzer Beater by Braeden Ray
An explosive game from start to finish, the Indians eventually took the won though thanks to the junior leaders Kole Brown and Braeden Ray. Ray lit a fire in his team with a couple of early threes and continued to dominate the court with a tremendous 30+ points for the entire game. The Indians were […]
Shawnda Ebert, Protecting Ankles and our Freedom
Shawnda Ebert has a calling to protect and serve. For the past three seasons she has been the Athletic Trainer for Madison Southern where she has taken care of the athletes by protecting their ankles, dealing with cramps, and so much more. Later this month she will be deployed where she will find herself with […]
Tips for Doing Your Taxes this Season
It’s that time of the year again, Tax Season. Most people who are filing their taxes this year are first-timers: college students among the majority. We visited Tax Wise, Inc. here in Richmond to gather more information about how these first-time filers can avoid making mistakes when doing their taxes and how they can do […]
Eastern Kentucky University opens new Fitness and Wellness Center
Eastern Kentucky University recently unveiled a new Fitness and Wellness Center that is available to students, faculty, and alumni. The Recreation Center officially opened on January 13, and it has become a huge hit on campus. With many wanting to fulfill their New Year’s Resolutions of getting into shape, the Rec Center has been packed […]
Madison County Board of Education Hosts First Meeting of 2020
The Madison County Board of Education held its first meeting of the 2020 Spring Semester on Thursday, January 9. WBON TV’s very own Samantha Burford was elected as the new Chair of the Board during the meeting. Various schools across Madison County showed their appreciation to the Board by presenting them with gifts and special […]
