Montgomery County inmate attempts to escape work detail, recaptured in less than an hour
Another inmate tried to walk away and escape from work detail today. This time in Mount Sterling. According to Montgomery County Jailor Ian Roberts, inmate David Lockard stated he needed to use the restroom just before 11:30 today. Lockard instead took off in an effort to escape. Lockard was recaptured in less than an hour […]
Suspect sought in theft at Moberly Shell *UPDATE* Identified as juvenile
UPDATE: 7:52 4/19/2024 Suspect officially identified as a juvenile. Original story: The Shell Station in Moberly was the victim of an alledged theft today. The Madison County Sheriffs office is investigating the case, that they say, possibly involves the man on the feature photo. The man reportedly purchased items using a stolen credit card at […]
Mount Vernon thanks Berea Fire Department for aid in potentially devastating downtown fire
Berea Fire Department Ladder Truck #1 is shown during at 2018 demonstration at Berea Community School. Ladder #1 was praised for containing a potentially devastating fire in downtown Mount Vernon.
Berea alcohol sales on city property ordinance gets ‘tabled’ for now, as “plot thickens’
By guest columnist Andy McDonald The Berea City Council voted unanimously to table an ordinance that would prohibit the sale of alcohol of city property. Teresa Scenters initially kicked off Tuesday’s discussion of the proposed ordinance by citing KRS 222.202, which explicitly prohibits drinking alcoholic beverages in public places. “I think that alone should give […]
Bechtel Parsons makes generous donation to Richmond Baptist Health to expand mental health care
Behavioral health services in the Richmond area will be expanded following a $300,000 gift to Baptist Health Foundation Richmond from the Bechtel Parsons Blue Grass Joint Venture today.“We have fostered a safety culture on our project to ensure our workers are protected from harm,” said Ron Hink, departing BPBGJV project manager. “We recognize that mental […]
Former EKU Professor faces sentencing in child pornography case
A former Eastern Kentucky University professor has been sentenced for attempting to produce child pornography. Kyle Knezevich, a former aviation professor at Eastern Kentucky University, has been sentenced to 220 months in prison for attempting to produce child pornography. The sentencing comes after an investigation was launched on September 7, 2023, when an EKU student […]
Weekend Lockup 4-15-24
Army: Alternatives to burning/detonation munitions approved, not yet funded at depot
Craig Williams shares a word with Blue Grass Army Depot Commander Col. Brett Ayvazian following a Wednesday meeting about the open burning/open detonation of obsolete munitions at the depot. Officials said the U.S. Department of Defense has cleared the way for alternatives to OB/OD.
See Madison County sample ballot, with links to absentee requests, new polling locations
You can view a sample ballot for the upcoming 2024 Primary Election at the link below. (copy and paste liink below in your browser) https://www.madisoncountyclerk.us/…/c3fcc0… Opportunities to Cast a Ballot: Mail-in Absentee (*Excuse Needed) In-person Absentee (*Excuse Needed) Early Voting Election Day Polling Locations: https://www.madisoncountyclerk.us/polling-locations Register to Vote/Request Absentee Ballot: govote.ky.gov
Woman struck by truck on Hwy 1016 Wednesday
The Madison County Sheriff’s Office responded to an injury collision yesterday Wednesday, April 10, 2024 around 5:00 p.m. involving a pedestrian and a truck. Investigators say Fonda Crowe, 60-years-old of Berea, was walking on HWY 1016 when she was struck by a truck driven by Marlin Laws also of Berea. Ms. Crowe was transported by […]
Man arrested in Richmond after two indecent exposure episodes this week
The Richmond Police Department has apprehended a suspect involved in two indecent exposure incidents following a brief foot pursuit on Wednesday afternoon of this week. According to police, the first incident occurred on Sunday, March 31, when officers responded to a local business after receiving a complaint regarding indecent exposure. A female customer reported that […]
Berea eyes low speed vehicle ordinance
Example of Low Speed Vehicle
GEM e4 (stock photo)
Waco woman win’s “Office Breakfast Party” from 100.7 and Wendy’s for Riley Oil staff
Richmond radio station 100.7 “The Coyote” and Wendy’s partnered recently to give one lucky winner a ‘Breakfast Office Party” for them and their co -workers. Jennifer Kelley of Waco won the contest and received a Wendy’s swag bag full of goodies for her and her co-workers at Riley Oil Company in Richmond. She picked that […]
Richmond man flees during work detail in Franklin County, may be headed home per KSP
Brandon Rhodus, Richmond, KY.
Richmond KSP Post 7 announces spring traffic safety checkpoint locations
Post 7 Traffic Safety Checkpoints Effective immediately, the following locations are approved Traffic Safety Checkpoint Locations for the Post 7 District. At these checkpoints troopers will be targeting impaired drivers, checking for properly restrained adults and children and observing for any other safety violations. Traffic Safety Checkpoints for Boyle County Traffic Safety Checkpoints for Clark […]
Kim Charles appointed as Estill County Clerk as office moves to reopen
Today Estill County Judge Executive Donnie Watson announced the new appointment of County Clerk pro tem for Estill County. Kim Charles will take over the duties of County Clerk after the unexpected resignation of Brian Crowe last week. Charles has 21 years’ experience working in the office under various administrations, including the last few years […]
Firefighters battle weather and fire in downtown Mount Vernon Tuesday
The Mount Vernon Fire Department continues to battle a blaze in downtown Mount Vernon this afternoon. The fire broke out around 12:30 today in a commercial building at the corner of Main Street and Richmond Street. The building is locally known as the former Mount Vernon Signal (the local newspaper) building. The roadway is closed […]
Craig Williams honored with portrait for his decades long battle to prevent incineration of chemical weapons
By Guest Columnist Andy McDonald Environmental advocate and community leader Craig Williams was honored Thursday with the unveiling of a portrait, part of a series entitled “Americans Who Tell the Truth.” The painting was the work of Robert Shetterly, who revealed his latest effort at the Berea College Hutchins Library. Shetterly said he conducted […]
PGA volunteer registration now open Kentucky Championship at Keene Trace Golf Course
The PGA TOUR’s Kentucky Championship announced today that volunteer registration for the 2024 event is open at www.kentuckychampionship.com The Kentucky Championship (formerly the Barbasol Championship) is coming off its best year since arriving in Kentucky in 2018 in terms of attendance, television viewership, and the overall excitement brought on by world-class play which saw Vincent Norrman […]
Estill County Clerk abruptly resigns, audit results pending
As of midnight last night, Sunday March 31, 2024, Estill County is without a County Clerk. Brian Crowe resigned his position effective last night, and according to sources, has filed for retirement. Estill County Judge Donnie Watson will now have the obligation of appointing someone to fill Crowes term until the general election later this […]
Pulaski Co. EMT and patient perish in collision in Garrard County, identities released
The Kentucky State Police, Richmond Post, was contacted just before 9:00 a.m., Monday, April 1, 2024, in reference to a two-vehicle collision involving a Semi-truck and an ambulance on Lexington Road (US-27) at the intersection of Old Lexington Road in Garrard County. The initial investigation indicates a 2021 Kenworth Semi-truck operated by Cory Dunn, 44, […]
Richmond police arrest Irvine man in connection to Easter weekend shooting on N. Third Street
The Richmond Police Department arrested one man just after 10:00 p.m. on Sunday March 31, 2024, for a drive-by shooting that happened Saturday evening. Around 7:45 p.m. Saturday night March 30, Richmond Police Department responded to North Third Street in reference to a man with a gunshot wound to the chest. The man was taken […]
Kentucky State Police investigates fatal collision in Estill County
The Kentucky State Police, Richmond Post, was contacted just before 11:30 p.m., Saturday, March 30, 2024, in reference to a single-vehicle collision involving a pedestrian on Main Street in Estill County. The initial investigation indicates a 2003 Chevy Silverado operated by a Juvenile, who was traveling east on Main Street when he lost control of […]
Saturday night shooting sends one to hospital, shooter at large
Richmond Police are investigating a shooting that occurred Saturday night on North Third Street in Richmond. Police now confirm to WBON-TV9 that a man was found suffering from a gunshot wound to the chest. The road was closed while police interviewed witnesses and worked the scene. The shooter has not been identified or apprehended at […]
10th Planet Richmond capture 25 gold medals at Ohio State Championships
10th planet Richmond traveled to the Fuji Ohio State Championships on Saturday March 30th.Over 200 competitors across Kentucky, Indiana, and Ohio met in Cincinnati, OH to battle it out for the title of Fuji BJJ Ohio State Champion. Among the accomplishments of the 10th Planet crew, Carter Swords, a student at Model was able to […]
