Telford YMCA to Close Effective Tuesday
From a letter from YMCA Officials: At the Telford Community Center YMCA, the safety and well-being of our members, staff, volunteers and the broader Madison County community have always been and will always be a top priority. We have been diligently monitoring all national and local updates surrounding the COVID-19 (coronavirus) situation. In order to […]
BBB Creates Site for Coronavirus Scam Awareness
The Better Business Bureau has asked for help in keeping citizens informed by sharing a microsite the BBB has developed with topics pertaining to the Coronavirus pandemic: www.bbb.org/coronavirus The BBB says that they will continue to work to keep the public safe from scammers who may take advantage of this crisis in various ways.
Berea Mayor Responds to Emergency Declaration
From a Press Release from Berea Mayor Bruce Fraley: “I want to assure all citizens of Berea that the emergency declaration, which is being issued in the City of Richmond and Madison County as well as the City of Berea, is a necessary action to protect our citizens and community. Such as declaration puts all […]
First KY Death Related to COVID-19, Beshear Orders Closure of Restaurants and Bars
In an address this morning, Governor Andy Beshear said one person from Bourbon County has died after being diagnosed with the coronavirus. The victim was a 66-year-old man, which Beshear said there were “numerous factors” leading to his death, but that coronavirus was in fact a factor. Beshear also announced that he will issue an […]
Madison County, Cities of Berea and Richmond have declared a state of emergency
On March 16, 2020, Madison County, City of Berea, and City of Richmond have declared a joint state of emergency to further prepare and respond to COVID-19. “We are in full support of the decision of our elected officials to declare the state of emergency. Declaring a state of emergency will help us to further […]
Madison County Health Department Asks for Public’s Help in Reducing COVID-19 Outbreak Locally
From a MCHD press release: The Madison County Health Department supports Governor Andy Beshear and the Kentucky Department of Public Health’s community mitigation measures to help control the spread of COVID-19. Also known as non-pharmaceutical interventions (NPIs), these are actions that people and communities and can take to help slow the spread of illnesses, including […]
Interview with EKU Grad, Clay County Resident Living in China During Pandemic
Former Clay County resident and Eastern Kentucky University alum Cameron Wagers is in the heart of the corona virus panic at the moment: in the province next to Wuhan, China. Wagers has been in the city of Wuhu, a prefecture-level city in southeastern Anhui province teaching English and working on video production projects. We spoke […]
KHSAA STATE BASKETBALL TOURNAMENTS SUSPENDED INDEFINITELY
From a press release from the KHSAA: Based on additional information and guidance from both the Kentucky Department of Education and the Governor’s office in the last hour, at this time, the girls’ state tournament is postponed indefinitely effective with the conclusion of game five. Next week’s boys’ basketball tournament is also postponed indefinitely. The […]
Local Officials, AG Cameron Participate in Annual Jail N’ Bail
Richmond government officials and citizens were put behind bars today for the Hope’s Wings Domestic Violence annual Jail N’ Bail fundraiser. Executive Director of Hope’s Wings Domestic Violence Program Jennifer Lainhart explained how the Jail N’ Bail benefits individuals who have been victims of domestic assault. “All of the funds go right back into our […]
EKU Men’s Basketball gets Downtown Send-Off
EKU men’s basketball had a send off through downtown this afternoon. A bus filled with the OVC Coach of the year A.W. Hamilton and the EKU men’s basketball team were greeted by fans young and old throughout downtown. The team is the four seed in the OVC and will play in the quarter finals of […]
Alleged Burglary With a Rock Lands Irvine Woman Behind Bars
Berea Police officers were recently dispatched to Center Street in reference to a disturbance. When they arrived, the encountered the home owner and Christina P Harvey inside the home. Harvey was allegedly acting erratic according to police, and had a wound with blood on her wrist. A search of the kitchen turned up a large […]
Alleged Burglary, Knife Fight Results in Richmond Man’s Arrest
Richmond Police were recently dispatched to a situation on Fairview Street, where a subject was said to be injured from a knife wound. When police arrived, they spoke with the victim who stated that Alvin D. Gross had allegedly attempted to break into his apartment while brandishing a large kitchen knife. The victim also told […]
Public Meeting Regarding Depot Chemical Destruction Wednesday
Chemical weapons destruction updates will be discussed at a quarterly public meeting to be held in Richmond on March 4 at 1:30 p.m. at the Perkins Building on EKU’s campus. All are welcome to the meeting to learn more about the Blue Grass Chemical Agent-Destruction Pilot Plant, the facility that is destroying the chemical weapons […]
Local Man Back Behind Bars Relating to Police Chase with Child in Car
A local man was served with a warrant for failure to appear by the Richmond Police Department recently, relating back to a slew of charges from last summer. According to the warrant, Aaron Whittamore was located by police in the Carriage Gate shopping center, following a tip they received stating that he was wanted for […]
Police: Alleged Theft at Lee’s Lands Local Woman Behind Bars
Berea Police Department was recently dispatched to the Lee’s Restaurant in reference to an allege stolen purse. When police arrived, they spoke to the victim in question and worked with management to look over surveillance footage. From the footage, they ascertained that Jennifer L. Hoogenboom appeared to take the purse, and then leave the business. […]
Madison County Coroner Confirms Body was of Missing Georgetown Woman
The Madison County Coroner has confirmed to WBONTv that the body found wrapped in black plastic discovered off Lancaster Tuesday afternoon is that of a Missing Scott County woman. The body was located at a Madison County storage unit and has now been confirmed to be that of Sheena Baxter of Georgetown. The coroner said […]
Local Author, Businessman gets his ‘Hustle’ on with Debut Richmond-Centric Novel
A local author is making his official debut with a Madison County-inspired story, based around some local haunts that readers would recognize. Author Wesley Browne sat down with us in the Wallingford studios to talk about how the ideas for Hillbilly Hustle came about, and what readers can expect. Browne says that the story is […]
Multiple Features at Lake Reba Closed for Updates, Renovations
The Richmond Parks and Recreation Department has announced some current closures at Lake Reba, which will bring about some exciting changes to the park. Beginning the week of February 24th, both playgrounds at Lake Reba Park will be closed for repairs and improvements. Phase 1- The first stage of the project will include repairs and […]
Berea Man Charged with Criminal Abuse of a Child
Madison County Sheriff’s deputies recently arrested a Berea man on a warrant, charging him with first degree strangulation and first degree criminal abuse of a child. The warrant details that 53-year-old Andre Morrison criminally abused a minor from the summer of 2018 to this month. Police state that the child had gone to school with […]
Wolfe County Animal Shelter in Desperate Need of Donations
According to a post on the Wolfe County Animal Shelter Facebook, they report that they have had an overwhelming month. The shelter says that there has been a lot of stress, as they have been over capcaity with animals that are sick or injured. The post continues that they had a dog with terminal cancer, […]
BPD: Charity Box Thief Identified
Nearly a month after he was captured on surveillance footage, the Berea Police Department has identified the person they say stole a charity donation box from the local Walmart. Berea Police announced that an arrest warrant has been issued for the man they believe took the Children’s Miracle Network donation bank with $500 inside. Police […]
Police: Customers Tackle, Restrain Alleged Shoplifter at Walmart
According to Richmond Police, they were recently dispatched to the Richmond Walmart in reference to an alleged shoplifter that was currently in the parking lot engaging in a physical altercation. When police arrived, the witnessed Bradley Myers of Irvine being restrained by multiple other customers. Loss prevention filled police in on the details, saying that […]
Panel sign operations continue for Fayette & Madison Counties
The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) advises motorists of panel sign operations scheduled for Fayette, and Madison Counties. Temporary closures couldl be necessary for the work to be completed. Thursday, February 20 Fayette County 9 a.m. until 4 p.m. New Circle Road/KY 4 – Inner & Outer Loops o a shoulder closure could be in effect (if deemed necessary) […]
Richmond Man Arrested After Hitting Multiple Mailboxes Allegedly While Intoxicated
A car that allegedly hit multiple mailboxes led Richmond Police to the scene, and a local man ended up behind bars. According to the citation, police arrived at Gibson Lane to find the suspect, Joseph P. Davidson, who told officers that he left the scene of the accident. Police found the vehicle at Davidson’s apartment, […]
Madison County Historical Society to Host Mayor Blythe for Black History Month Event
The Madison County Historical Society will be hosting an event this Thursday, February 20th, at the First Baptist Church on Francis Street in Richmond. President of the Historical Society Sharon Graves says that they are excited for the event, as they have long awaited to have Mayor Blythe speak at their events. Not only is […]
