The Rain Exits and Freezing Lows Begin Tonight
The rain is back, but it’s not going to stick around for very long. Showers will be widespread for most of your Tuesday with highs topping out in the low 50s. Tonight, the rain moves out and is replaced with some very cold overnight lows, dropping into the upper 20s. We will drop about 10 […]
Hometown Recovery – Stories of Madison County: Charlie Walden Talks Blessings During Sobriety
On this edition of Hometown Recovery, we talk to Charlie Walden about his story of finding balance in his life after years of alcoholism and two jail sentences. Charlie’s story is a first for the series, as his recovery story began during a stay in jail. During his time there, he found inspiration from an […]
The Week is Starting off Mild, but Rain Returns Overnight
We’re feeling a little warmer today with mostly cloudy skies and above-average temps. Highs for the start of the week will the top out close to 60. Tonight, we are not really cooling down all that much, with lows only dropping into the upper 40s. Tomorrow the rain is back, but it will be in […]
Partly Sunny Skies Should Warm Some Hearts Today
If you look out of your window, you’ll probably see the sun for the first time in what feels like weeks. The sun isn’t warming the temperatures that much, but it should warm a lot of spirits out there. It got really cold last night with some snow showers this morning for your commute and […]
The Rain is Finally Moving Out
The rain is finally on its way out, but that flood watch stays in effect for most of Kentucky. WBON TV went out this morning to take a look at the hardest-hit areas of Madison County. Areas along the river have the most standing water at this point,and the Valley View Ferry is closed due […]
Westside Christian Church to Relaunch as Southland Christian Church Richmond Campus
Westside Christian Church has announced that it is dissolving and joining with Southland Christian Church as they launch their fifth campus in Richmond. All of Westside’s assets and ministries have been transferred over to Southland’s ownership. Westside will continue to meet on Sunday mornings in their former building at 1432 Fairlane Drive until Southland launches […]
Rainfall is back in town and causing more potential flood issues
The rain has returned after only being gone for a few short hours. With this new rainfall, the entire state of Kentucky has been placed under a flood watch. We are not alone in the excessive rainfall. States all around the Bluegrass are also under a watch, including most of Tennessee, and parts of Georgia, […]
Central Kentucky Flood Watch Issued Through Thursday Morning
The rain and cloudy skies just won’t give us a break, and now we have a flood watch issued for the area. Today saw some heavy rain move through the area very early this morning, and as we move into evening, we should see the rain move out for just a few hours. Highs today […]
Finding Forever Homes for Pets at the Madison County Animal Shelter
The Madison County Animal Shelter held a special weekend adoption event this past Saturday, offering a chance to those whose schedules prevent them from seeing a furry friend during the work week. WBON TV was there to talk to animal coordinator Katie Tibbs, about the event turnout and how people can help the animals even […]
Tomorrow is our best chance for a dry day
The rainy February continues, and the precipitation will stick around for most of the week. Today, showers start off strong but will ease a little as we move into the afternoon and evening. The showers start to move out of the area later tonight for a bit of a break. On Tuesday, lows drop down […]
Beyond the Call Ep. 12: Kentucky Attorney General Daniel Cameron
Officer Josh Hale traveled to Frankfort for this edition of Beyond the Call to interview the recently elected Attorney General, Daniel Cameron. AG Cameron discusses several topics, including his partnership with Governor Andy Beshear and his office’s plan to work with local law enforcement agencies to combat the opioid epidemic within the state. Watch the […]
Going Bananas with the Banana Run Club
Many people try to find new ways to make exercise fun, but one Berea College group has taken physical activity to a new, unique level. We spoke to members of the Banana Run Club who told us about the history of their group and where they see it going in the future. Co-founders Zakary Sholtz […]
Let it Snow: Winter Finally Brings the Flakes
There is finally some snowfall in the area, and we have the potential for more for the rest of the day. Today, it’s going to stay very cold with highs only reaching into the low 30s. Light snow showers will continue on and off throughout the day, but we shouldn’t expect to see any additional […]
All the Rain Could Turn into Snow Overnight
The rain continues, but as we move into the evening and overnight, the rain will start to transition from rain to snow. Today, light rain showers will persist through most of the day with highs only topping out in the mid 40s. Tonight, the temperatures will begin to drop and we will see the rain […]
Basketball Highlights: Estill County vs. Breathitt County (2/4/20)
Watch the highlights from Estill County’s barn-burner with Breathitt County, an encounter that ended with just a two-point difference between the two teams. Couldn’t make it out to see the game? Watch the entire event on WBON TV’s Facebook and YouTube pages!
The Rainfall Continues to Stick Around
Rain, rain, and more rain! That is the forecast for the rest of the week, with the exception of a short break tomorrow. Today has much cooler highs, topping out at just around 45 degrees, that is a 20 degree drop in just over a couple of days. Tonight will see the rain continue with […]
Madison County Health Department Offers Classes on Diabetes Education
Diabetes is a serious health concern in Kentucky, but it is the mission of Madison County Health Department to minimize the epidemic locally. That’s why they are now offering two new types of classes to help educate the public on the condition. Kelley McBride, a Madison County Health Department official, says she has seen an […]
The Water Works Have Been Turned On for the Next Couple Days
The rain has moved in and there is going to be plenty to go around, but the above-average temps are going to be a thing of the past. Today, the rain will stick around all day with the chance for some thunderstorms later this afternoon and into the evening. Highs today are way above normal, […]
Kentucky Food Bank Receives Large Donation
Hunger is an issue that some know all too well. Organizations like God’s Pantry, a food bank serving Central and Eastern Kentucky, have made it their mission to assist those who may not know when or where their next meal will be. According to God’s Pantry website, it is estimated that 1 in 6 Kentuckians […]
Martin named Baptist Health Richmond Foundation Director
RICHMOND, Ky. (February 4, 2020) – Kari Lyons Martin has been named Foundation Director at Baptist Health Richmond. She replaces Jeri Allison who retired in December. Martin has been an integral member of the community since she began her career at Eastern Kentucky University in 2000. During her tenure at EKU, Martin was responsible for […]
Basketball Highlights: Berea vs. Model Double Header (1/31/20)
Watch all the highlights from the double header between the girls and boys teams of Berea Community and Model Laboratory!
The Weekend Will Dry Up Quickly and Offer Warmer Temps
We are looking at a rainy Winter’s day, which is not totally unexpected for the last day of January. What is unexpected, is the 60 degree temps that are headed our way. Today, the rain will stick around for most of the day with highs reaching into the low 40s. Tonight will see lows drop […]
Richmond emergency officials clear up Southern Hills area two vehicle accident
Richmond First Responders and car recovery services are working to clean up a two vehicle accident which occurred in front of the Southern Hills Market. Emergency officials report that one individual had to be extricated from the passenger car to receive immediate medical attention. There is no word on their condition as of yet. Police […]
The Sun is Shining Through the Clouds Today
Finally, some sunshine is out there, getting us away from the “drearies” that have plagued us all week. Today still has mostly cloudy skies, but the sunshine has peeked through from time to time with temperatures reaching into the low 40s . Tonight will not get below freezing for the first time in several days, […]
Basketball Highlights: Foley Warriors vs. Farristown Flyers
The Foley Warriors squared off against the Farristown Flyers on the court of Madison Southern High School last night for middle school basketball action. Check out some of the highlights from the game in the video above, and watch in full on WBON-TV’s YouTube and Facebook pages!
