Record Breaking Heat Brings in October
I am really running out of ways to tell you that its hot, its been hot, and its going to continue to be hot for the next few days. Along with the heat, it is also dry. Pair those two things up and we are breaking records. We have already broken the record high for […]
Rocking Out at RedFest: Interviews with Bullet Boys and Sinful Lilly!
The 2nd annual Callie’s RedFest took place last weekend, and WBON-TV was there to talk with both locally and nationally known musical guests. Check out the video above for highlights if you missed out on going to the event this year.
September Ends on an Extremely Hot Note
It is hot out there again today, and when you take a look at record highs, it looks like we are going to be breaking records all week! Not only does it look like we will be setting daily high temperatures records, but the record for the most days above 90 in October is currently […]
Madison Southern vs. Collins Football Highlights
Madison Southern had a nail-biter of a game against Collins on Friday, with Collins coming up just short at the last minute.
The End of September is Heating Up
It is getting hot out there and the warm-up is going to continue well into October. Today, highs are hanging around in the mid 80’s. Average temps for this time of year would be in the mid 70’s. Tonight, lows drop into the upper 60’s with clear skies. It should be a great night to […]
The Heatwave Returns: Potential Record Breaking Highs for the Next Week
A few raindrops out there over the last few hours, but not nearly what we needed and it looks like we are done with the rain for this week and next as well. Today will be a little cooler with highs around 80 degrees. Tonight, lows will drop down into the upper 60’s. The heat […]
Cleaning the Slate: Goodwill & Partners to Offer Expungement Clinic
Officials from Goodwill are teaming up with other local organizations to provide an “expungement clinic”, an event which aims to help people who have misdemeanors or certain felonies clean up their record. WBON-TV spoke with LaRee Jacobs, a career coach with Goodwill, who says that the event will take place on October 1st at the […]
Rain Showers Possible for Tonight and Tomorrow Morning
It’s a little warm out there for fall, but overall it’s a pretty nice day. Highs for today are sticking around the mid 80’s, with sunny skies during the day. The big news really happens tonight. With lows in the mid 60’s, we’ll see the first real chance of rain in several weeks. Tomorrow, temps […]
Tomorrow will See Slight Rise in Temps, Before Thursday Brings Potential Rain
We finally have a break from those scorching temps that have dominated most of September. We have the cooler temps, and now we just need some measurable rainfall, but we are not going to get that until later in the week. Today’s highs are hanging out right around the 80 degree mark. Tonight, temps are […]
Richmond Parks and Rec to Open Million Dog Park this Friday
Richmond Parks & Recreation is announcing the grand opening of the Million Park Dog Park, creating a new space for dog owners to play, exercise, and interact with their pets. The grand opening will take place on Friday, September 27th at Million Park (240 Stratford Drive) at 12PM EST. This event will include a ribbon […]
First Day of Fall Brings Brief Cooldown
We see rain! Not much, but every little bit helps when it has been this long with no precipitation. Along with the rain news, it is also the official first day of Fall and it’s a little cooler out there. Highs are in the very low 80’s, which is much cooler than we have seen […]
Madison Central vs. Lafayette Football Highlights
Madison Central and Lafayette had a hard-hitting game last Friday, with the Indians earning an exciting win away from home.
Berea PD Names New Chief of Police
Berea Police Department has announced the selection of their new Chief of Police, Walter “Eric” Scott. He previously served at the University of Kentucky Police Department for over 10 years, and is currently a Police Lieutenant and Sergeant Training Coordinator. Scott earned a Bachelor of Arts Degree from the University of Kentucky and a Master […]
Small Chance for Rain Tonight, Sun and Clouds for Saturday
We’ll end the work week with a high of about 86 degrees, and a threat of rain as we’ll see a mix of sun and clouds. Additionally, we’ll see a 20 percent chance of a shower during the day. As you hit the road to cheer on your favorite high school football team, you might […]
Furry Fridays: With Kittens!
Interested in adopting a pet? Check out For Paws Unleashed’s website at forpawsunleashed.com or call them at (859) 893-3647. Meet this adorable litter of kittens and learn all about them and their mother in the video above! They are only a few weeks old, so please call for adoption info. For Paws Unleashed also offers […]
It’s Looking Hot and Sunny for Spoonbread Festival This Weekend
Tonight will be partly cloudy, with a low of 65 degrees and a 20% chance for a shower. On Friday, we’ll see a similar chance for an afternoon pop-up shower throughout the day at around 20%. Throughout the evening, we’ll see mostly clear skies with a low of 64 degrees. Your weekend is looking warm […]
More Heat on Tap for the Weekend
We are running out of ways to say it is hot and dry for September. Today, we will continue to hang out around 90 degrees with no rain in the forecast. Tonight, we will be in the mid 60’s again. Tomorrow, and the rest of the week, will see highs near 90 degrees with no […]
An Inside Look at the 2019 CSEPP Exercise
Today was the day of the Madison County CSEPP Exercise, and WBON-TV was there to get an in-depth look at everything that goes on during an emergency drill. Madison County CSEPP Director Dustin Heiser told us this year’s drill is different than it has been in years prior. “We’ve added some more components, both in […]
Reaching Near-Record Daily Highs As Autumn Approaches
The record-breaking temps continue for our area. Yesterday, we tied the record high at 96 degrees. Today, we will get close again. Our record high temp for the day is 94 degrees and we are looking at around 93 degrees. It is very possible to tie the record again today, or possibly break another record. […]
Search & Rescue Team Report Red River Gorge Climber Dead
Wolfe County Search & Rescue officials are now investigating a death after reporting a climber had fallen in the Muir Valley near the Rogers area. Officials say the call reporting the fallen climber came in Monday afternoon around 4:15pm. No other details have been released at this time.
Above-Average Temps Still Hanging On
We are technically out of the big September heatwave of 2019, but our temps are still considerably above normal so you might not notice the difference. Today, highs are once again in the 90’s but topping out on the low end. Again, that is still 10 to 15 degrees above what we would consider normal […]
Doc Sipple Bowl: Madison Southern vs. Danville Recap
Madison Southern were able to best their opponents from Danville last Friday at the Doc Sipple Bowl. Check out all the highlights from WBON’s live sports coverage!
Opening the Door for Artistic Expression: Murals of Berea Unveil New Art Piece
Berea College’s admissions office received a unique decorative update Friday as a new door mural was unveiled at a ceremony this past week. Artist Keena Sparks, a Berea College graduate, painted the door as part of the Murals of Berea program. Murals of Berea is a grassroots initiative to engage the Berea Community in artistic […]
Warm Night for Football, Slight Cool Down for Saturday
The mid-September heatwave continues, but we should get a slight cool down on Saturday. Today, highs soar back into the mid-90s. If you add the dew point, we are again looking at temps feeling like they’re near 100 degrees. Tonight, it’s going to be a great night for football. It’s just not going to feel […]
Furry Fridays: Meet Jolene!
Interested in adopting a pet? Check out this website: forpawsunleashed.com or call them at (859) 893-3647. Meet Jolene and learn all about her in the video above! She is an affectionate and playful mix. Jolene plays well with children and other dogs, and would make a wonderful addition to your home! For Paws Unleashed also […]
