Missing Stanford man found deceased
Today, Kentucky State Police Post 7 in Richmond says the discovery of a body has been conclusively identified as 61-year-old Millard ‘Clem’ Mason, previously reported missing, from Stanford. Authority’s say his body was found in some woods near Robertstown Road in Kings Mountain. Mason was reported missing about a week ago. An autopsy is scheduled at the Medical Examiner’s Office […]
Homecoming in a small town
R. David Shew Took my mother to a funeral visitation for her neighbor, Eddie Pullins, today, and the caretaker of the local establishment asked me if I would drive his son and a young lady in the Madison Central Homecoming parade. Terrell Cobb apologized for his late notice and told me that he did not […]
Search on for missing Lincoln County man
The Kentucky State Police Richmond Post is asking for the public’s assistance as part of an ongoing missing person investigation. KSP Post 7 was contacted on Wednesday October 1, in reference to a missing Lincoln County man. KSP say the Initial investigation indicates Millard ‘Clem’ Mason, 61 years old, of Stanford, KY, was last seen […]
Central Homecoming, 5k and Millstone Festival to close streets and impact traffic this weekend
Be prepared for traffic pattern changes scheduled for Madison County for parades, 5K race and Millstone Festival in downtown Richmond Temporary adjustments will be necessary for the weekend events happening in downtown Richmond on October 4, 5 and 6, 2024. The Richmond Police Department and Eastern Kentucky University Police will be assisting with traffic. Thursday, […]
KSP arrest Canadian man on weapon charges in Madison County
On September 25, 2024, Kentucky State Police Troopers with the AHIDTA Central Kentucky Interdiction Team were conducting operations on I-75 in Madison County. During a traffic stop, troopers observed evidence of criminal activity. While searching the vehicle, troopers discovered thirty-nine handguns and four rifles inside the car. Further investigation found six of the weapons were […]
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Richmond’s Joey Lopes Victorious at F2W 261 Cleveland with 10th Planet Jiu Jitsu
10th Planet Jiu Jitsu Richmond 10-year-old stand out Joey Lopes traveled to Cleveland, Ohio this weekend for his debut super fight on the Fight 2 Win 261 Cleveland event. He was set to face Abraham Schnoover in a match scheduled for 4 minutes in a youth grey belt intermediate match. Lopes walked the 35 feet across […]
Search on for missing Jackson County 3-year-old girl ***FOUND SAFE***
Officials in Jackson County say crews are looking in the area of Lower Clover Creek and Van Hollow for 3-year-old Naveah Presley. Presley is about three feet tall, with brown hair and light blue eyes. She is reportedly wearing a black shirt with a butterfly emblem, blue jeans and Crocs. She was last seen with […]
Helene, still a hellcat in the Bluegrass
Hurricane Helene said hello to the Bluegrass today, hammering the area with periods of high wind and heavy rains. A flood watch remains in effect along and south of I-64 with rainfall totals through Saturday expected to range between 2 and 4 inches. Peak wind gusts today reached the 50 to 60 plus mph range. […]
Historic home burns near downtown Richmond
This severe weather day has overtaxed police and fire departments with numerous downed trees, power outages, and reports of fires. Units remain on scene of a house fire of the historic home across from the Main Street Gulf station near downtown. The home reportedly suffered moderate damage to the rear. The home was full of […]
Tow truck operator hit and killed on I-64 in Bath County while loading
Kentucky State Police, Post 8, Morehead received a call for assistance from Bath County dispatch around 5:15p.m. this Wednesday night in reference to a fatal collision. Troopers responded interstate 64 around mile marker 124 in Bath County. The investigation, ongoing tonight, determined that a male individual was operating a tow truck owned by Jerry’s Towing […]
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Rep. Barr announces EDA Grant to City of Richmond for millions to fight substance abuse
The U.S. Economic Development Administration is awarding $4.7 million to the City of Richmond. The money is for building renovations to support substance abuse workforce development in the region. The facility will house 50-72 recovery beds for men. New Vista will implement a workforce program while serving as the facility’s operator. The program will employ approximately 41 full […]
64-year-old man airlifted out of Berea’s East Pinnacle after fall
An early morning hike up Berea’s East Pinnacle Friday morning, to capture some beautiful sunrise photos, took an unexpected turn Friday. Officials tell WBON-TV9 that a 64-year-old man made a misstep and fell nearly 60 feet. The accident occurred around 8 a.m. Friday morning. The man reportedly lost his cell phone in the fall, but […]
Thursday fire destroys home in Waco
A large home was totally destroyed by fire Thursday night in Madison County. The residence, in the 100 block of River Bend Road, located just off College Hill, was totally engulfed in flames when firefighters arrived on scene. The fire call came in just before 6 p.m. Union City and Whitehall Fire Departments assisted Madison […]
Richmond man dies after being struck by car in Madison County
The Madison County Coroner’s office was called to the scene of another fatal accident Wednesday night. Officials say Dakota Bell, 32, of Richmond was killed when his electric unicycle was struck by a vehicle around 6:30 last night. According to the Madison County Sheriff’s office, the other vehicle was driven by Roberto Waldestram, who was […]
“YouTuber’s” credited for body discovery, likely that of Joe Couch, to receive $25,000 reward
A body found early Wednesday afternoon, near the site of the exit 49 interstate shootings in Laurel County, has now been acknowledged as very likely to be that of the primary suspect, Joseph Couch. Couch’s body was apparently discovered by private citizens who videotaped their hunt for the suspect on YouTube video. The couple have […]
Accident on Mount Vernon Road claims life of pedestrian, now identified
Madison County Coroner Jimmy Cornelison responded to the scene of a fatal accident in Madison County late Tuesday night. The accident occurred around 10 pm Tuesday night, in the area of Mount Vernon Road (US 25) and Slate Lick Roads in Madison County. This is towards the Madison/Rockcastle County line. 18-year-old Jared Vanwinkle of Shady Lane […]
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Two adult women arrested for Berea Walmart fire
Berea police have arrested two women for the fire started in the Berea Walmart last week that caused nearly $70,000 in damages according to the store. The fire was reportedly put out with a fire extinguisher by another customer. Last Monday around 11:30, Berea Police responded to the Walmart in Berea on Jill Drive. The […]
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Fire in Berea Walmart forces temporary evacuation
A fire at the Berea Walmart late this morning forced the evacuation of the store. Brent Billings, the Public Information Officer for the Berea Fire Department, told WBON-TV9 that they responded to the call around 11:25 AM. Sources say a group of juveniles may have started the fire by setting a clothing rack ablaze. Luckily, […]
