Berea College Releases Statement on Death of Former Professor
Berea College regrets to announce that Dr. Stephen Pulsford, Associate Professor of English, died suddenly this past weekend. Dr. Pulsford had been a member of the faculty since 1995. He was a former chair of the Department of English and specialized in Victorian literature. His loss will be deeply felt by his family and close […]
Wbontv’s Afternoon Weather Forecast 8-14-2020
School Board Members Held Back From Making Decision
During Yesterday’s School Board Meeting the motion to start school virtually through September 2nd and September 25th was passed. Parents of the district who were concerned about the boards decision, voiced their concerns to board members, who themselves stated that they made a decision a week prior to open up in-person classes before the KDE […]
Laurel County Traffic Violation Results in Alleged Drug Bust
The Laurel County Sheriff’s Office reports arresting Mack E. Jones age 39 of Williamsburg early Wednesday morning on August 12th. The arrest occurred on North Main St. in London following a traffic stop conducted on a gray Ford Fusion for an alleged equipment violation. During the stop Deputies report that the driver was operating on […]
Wbontv’s Afternoon Weather Forecast 8-10-2020
Drug Bust in Laurel County Leads to the Arrest of 5 Individuals
The Laurel County Sheriff’s Office arrested 5 Individuals while conducting drug investigations off Slate Lick Road on Thursday afternoon August 6, 2020. Investigators reportedly executed a drug search warrant at a residence off Slate Lick Road near the intersection of Little Pittsburg Road and found a large quantity of methamphetamine, heroin, numerous scales, needles, plastic […]
KSP Raises Over $16K for Special Olympics
The first Kentucky State Police (KSP) “Cover the Cruiser” event is in the books and raised $16,206.16 to support Special Olympics of Kentucky (SOKY). KSP posts across the state parked their cruises at designated locations and encouraged the public to cover their cruisers with custom SOKY stickers. A minimum donation of $1 was requested to […]
Emanuel Prewitt’s Mom Speaks at Special Luncheon Regarding Water Safety Awareness
A special Luncheon was held at the Danville Christian Academy on behalf of Emanuel Prewitt’s football team as well as the officials that recovered Manny from the lake to bring much needed closure to family and friends. WBONTV also spoke to Manny’s Mother, Kelly Prewitt who offered her thanks to the officials and details about […]
Wbontv’s Community Weather Forecast 8-6-2020
Police Arrest Man for Public Intoxication Inside a Local Gas Station
On Monday, the Richmond Police report responding to a call at the Gulf station on Lexington Rd, in reference to a male that was according to police allegedly acting crazy. When arriving on scene, according to police, an employee informed them that 35 year old Martin Carrol had been in the bathroom for a long […]
Laurel County Man Arrested on Alleged Drug Charges
The Laurel County Sheriff’s Department reports that they arrested Jonathon Keith Coots age 27 of Hyden, KY early Wednesday morning of August 5, 2020. According to Deputies the arrest occurred in a business parking lot 10 miles South of London following an investigation conducted by the Sheriff’s office after Coots was found in possession of […]
Wbontv’s Community Weather Forecast 8-4-2020
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Mitch McConnell Announces $1 Million for Addiction Recovery in Richmond
U.S. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) announced today several Kentucky addiction treatment programs in high-risk rural communities received $6 million in competitive federal grants from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA). Senator McConnell contacted HRSA in support of his constituents’ grant applications and their life-saving missions. […]
Lane Closure Scheduled for Clays Ferry Bridge on Interstate 75
LEXINGTON, Ky. (August 3, 2020) – The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) advises motorists of a scheduled lane closure for Interstate 75 on the Clays Ferry Bridge. The temporary closure is necessary for continued bridge deck repairs. The Clays Ferry Bridge (B00153) is located on the Fayette-Madison County line. Wednesday, August 5 – 8:30 a.m. until […]
Wbontv’s Community Weather Forecast 7-31-2020
Madison County Woman Arrested for Alleged Domestic Abuse
On Sunday, Richmond Police officers report responding to a call from 311 Lancaster Avenue in reference to a domestic violence complaint. Upon arrival, officers report being met by the boyfriend, who advised he came over to the house to retrieve his property. When arriving, he stated an argument between him and 29-year-old Heather Stamper had occurred, […]
Rockcastle County Man Arrested After High-Speed Chase
Laurel County Sheriff’s Office Laurel reports arresting Nicholas J. Denny age 30 of Rockcastle County early Thursday morning. The arrest occurred on Rockcastle River Forestry Road, following a complaint of subjects possibly under the influence and creating a disturbance in the area. When deputies arrived at the scene, they encountered subjects in a vehicle. Upon […]
Bridge Project Begins for Madison County
The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) advises motorists of a bridge project for Doylesville Road/KY 1986 in Madison County. The work is part of the Bridging Kentucky Program. Bridging Kentucky is a commitment to improving the safety, and soundness of the Commonwealth’s bridges by rehabilitating, repairing, or replacing critical bridges throughout the state. The program is […]
London Teen Reported Missing
Wbontv’s Community Weather Forecast 7-29-2020
Traffic Stop Turns into 3-Subject Drug Arrest
On Monday in the early hours of the day, on the Robert Martin Bypass, Richmond Police report observing a vehicle allegedly having expired tags and a right brake light out. Upon stopping the vehicle officers report making contact with the driver, 33 year old Derrick Tate. According to officers Tate stated that he “didn’t know” […]
Wbontv’s Community Weather Forecast 7-27-2020
KSP Conducts Death Investigation in Garrard County
Lancaster, KY. (July 24, 2020) – The Kentucky State Police, Richmond Post was called just before 1:30 pm this afternoon, after Garrard County Police discovered one man dead at a residence on Bryants Camp Rd, in northern Garrard County. KSP Troopers and Detectives responded to the residence and found Rodney Meade, 30 years old of Lancaster, […]
Resolution in support of Berea Police Department unanimously adopted
The Berea City Council unanimously adopted a resolution Tuesday night recognizing the Berea Police Department for outstanding service and many contributions to the city. The initial draft of the resolution referred to “protests and violence toward our many law enforcement agencies across the nation,” which has occurred in the wake of the death of George […]
