Sign honoring Constable J.B. Marcum to be installed in Madison County
By action of the Kentucky General Assembly, Kentucky Route 956 in Madison County will be designated the “Constable J.B. Marcum Memorial Highway.” The portion of roadway is from the intersection with Interstate 75 to the intersection with United States Route 25. Mr. John Bryant “J. B.” Marcum Sr. worked for the Madison County Board of […]
Fighting the Opioid Epidemic from a United Front: Madison County’s MORE
A new conglomeration of local businesses and organizations is ready to take on the constant plague that is the opioid epidemic. It is dubbed MORE: Madison Opioid Response Engagement. WBONtv spoke with Jackie Rousey of Foothills who told us how the non-profit organization will be teaming up with White House Clinics, the Richmond Chamber of […]
WBONtv’s Most Memorable Stories for 2019
It has now been a couple years since we at WBONtv have been bringing you local news in Central Kentucky. As is now tradition, we compiled the top ten most viewed, and most discussed news stories that we produced over the past year for 2019. There were many breaking stories of crime, weather, and wrecks […]
Kenwood Resident Surrounded by Family as she Celebrates a Century of Living
For a local family, there was double the celebration this week following Christmas with the three-digit birthday of the matriarch of the family, Nelle Fultz. Fultz sat down amidst her celebration with WBON-TV, and talked about her experiences growing up in Kentucky, as well as how grateful she is to be surrounded by so many […]
Richmond Shooting Suspect Taken into Custody
A man accused with yesterday’s shooting in Richmond on Darleen Court has now been lodged in the Madison County Detention Center. According to Richmond Police, officers arrived at the residence Thursday responding to a disturbance call on the street off of Tates Creek around 8 a.m. The suspect, 40-year-old Brandon B. Garner of Midway was […]
RPD: Mt. Washington man charged with taking thousands worth of tools from Richmond construction site
Richmond Police recently responded to a home in reference to multiple tools allegedly being stolen from a construction site. Police made contact with the builder, who reported that he was checking on the progress of the build when he observed Derek Dewayne Chesser allegedly standing near a truck at the location on Shelby Court. He […]
Agriculture Year in Review: Bleak for 2019, but Cash Crops could be Coming
After what seemed to be a dismal year for Kentucky farmers, WBONtv spoke to Agriculture Agent Brandon Sears who told up that as the markets are always in flux, there is still hope yet for local growers. Sears begins by talking about the cattle farmers, who says that the weather that we have recently experienced […]
KYTC: Signal Updates and Changes for I75 Project
The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) advises motorists that this advisory serves as an update for signals within the I-75 project in Madison County. · The operations for signal activation have been rescheduled. · The new date and time are below: Monday, Jan. 6, 2020 – 10 a.m. (time is approximate) KY 627 at Interstate 75 NB Exit – milepoint 0.195 […]
Make Sure Your Tree Doesn’t go up in Flames: Fire Safety Tips from the RFD
’Tis the season for holiday greetings and cheer. Unfortunately, ’tis also the season for an increase in house fires according to Richmond Fire Department official, Corey Lewis. We spoke with Lewis, who gave us tips on how to be fire smart during the hustle and bustle of the busy holiday stretch. Some may not be […]
Deceased Homeless Man Identified by Coroner
The man that was found deceased Tuesday off Spangler Drive in an encampment has been identified as 48-year-old Michael Ray Issacs of Richmond, according to the Coroner. Original Story: The body of a 48 year-old male subject was found dead in a tent earlier today. The small encampment that officials believe the deceased subject had […]
KYTC: Roads Spot-Treated for Frost, Beware Black Ice
KYTC District 7 personnel reported Tuesday evening to patrol, and spot treat areas in specific District 7 counties. Bridges, overpasses and ramps typically freeze before surface-level roadways. Low temperatures can create black ice on wet pavement — even on previously treated roadways. Crews worked overnight, and stayed on duty through the Wednesday morning commute. Weather […]
Updates: Flood Advisories by County
As the rainfall continues, the National Weather Service has issued flood advisories for our listening and viewing area. Moderate to occasionally heavy rain is expected through Monday evening. This rainfall will result in flooding near small creeks and streams, and in low-lying and poorly-drained areas. Breathitt, Estill, Laurel, Montgomery, Powell, Pulaski, Rockcastle County: Flood Watch […]
KYTC: Update for I75 Project in Madison County
The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) advises motorists that this advisory serves as the most recent update for the I-75/KY 627 Interchange reconstruction project. The work is located on Interstate 75 at Exit 95. Tuesday, Dec. 17 through Wednesday, Dec. 18 Interstate 75 – Southbound Tuesday – 7 p.m. until 12 a.m. (midnight) · a double lane closure will […]
Interview with O’Reilly’s Worker Concerning Berea Community School Lockdown
Berea Community schools went on a short lockdown for around ten minutes today, following a threat. Sources state that a man entered O’Reilly’s auto parts on Clay Drive in Berea this morning, allegedly stating God sent him from Ohio to shoot up a school in Stanton. Team members from the Berea store #1190 contacted Berea […]
Berea Community Schools Placed on Short Lockdown Following Alleged Threat that Suspect Says was “From God”
Sources state that a man entered O’Reily’s auto parts on Clay Drive in Berea this morning, allegedly stating God sent him from Ohio to shoot up a school in Stanton. Team members from the Berea store #1190 contacted Berea police who then made contact with the male subject and arrested him at nearby business around […]
EKU Taps McFaddin as Interim President
From a press release from EKU: The Eastern Kentucky University Board of Regents named Dr. David McFaddin the interim president of EKU after meeting in executive session at its regular board meeting on Dec. 12. Dr. McFaddin will assume the duties Jan. 6, when Dr. Michael Benson’s resignation takes effect. Before being named interim president, Dr. […]
Office of Highway Safety, KSP remind motorists to plan a ride this holiday season
The Kentucky Office of Highway Safety (KOHS) and Kentucky State Police (KSP) are reminding motorists to be responsible behind the wheel as the “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” increased enforcement campaign runs Dec. 13, 2019 through Jan. 1, 2020. “While the holiday season is a special time to visit with friends and family, many […]
Kingston Elementary Student Honored by Governor on Inauguration Day for Winning Poster Contest
A Madison County student was honored at Tuesdays gubernatorial inauguration ceremony in Frankfort. Avery Boggs of Kingston Elementary was selected as a winner of a poster contest created by new Governor Andy Beshear and his wife, Britainy. Students around the state were asked to submit posters that represent Kentuckians coming together to improve their communities […]
EKU President Benson Steps Down
*UPDATE: EKU has released an official statement regarding the resignation of President Benson. Currently in his seventh year of service, Dr. Michael T. Benson will step down as president of Eastern Kentucky University effective Jan. 6, 2020. President Benson will work with EKU Board Chairman Lewis Diaz along with the Board of Regents and the […]
BBB Study Shows Fraud Prevalent with Rental, Vacation Homes
From a press release from the Better Business Bureau: An in-depth investigative study by Better Business Bureau finds that fraud is widespread in the online rental home and vacation rental market, with 43% of online shoppers encountering a fake listing and more than 5 million consumers losing money to such scams. The investigative study […]
Ky Fish and Wildlife: Record Harvest for Gun Deer Season
From the press release regarding the record deer harvest: Kentucky deer hunters harvested a record 107,039 deer during the 16-day modern gun season that concluded Nov. 24. “Season timing and weather conditions before opening day made us think we should have a good season,” said Kyle Sams, acting Deer and Elk Program coordinator for the […]
Musical Musings: Bad Mustache is Bigger and Badder than Before
In this edition of Musical Musings, Bad Mustache stopped by to play us a few of his songs from the new album, 50,000. Jesse was accompanied by Ross Smith, a long-time friend and musician who tagged along for this musical session. Bad Mustache (Jesse Waldon) name-drops a few local artists he works with that he […]
Update for the Closures at Exit 95 in Madison County
The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet is advising motorists of the most recent update for the I-75/KY 627 interchange reconstruction project. The work is located on Interstate 75 at Exit 95. It will take place as follows: Friday, Nov. 22 through Monday, Nov. 25 – 7 p.m. friday until 3 p.m. monday Interstate 75 – northbound ·the northbound i-75 off ramp […]
Statement from Madison County Schools Regarding Farristown Student Death
From a press release from Madison County Schools: Farristown Middle School and Madison County Schools are deeply saddened by the death of 7th grader Justin Tillery, who passed away Sunday from injuries sustained in a car accident last week. Justin’s death has greatly impacted the school community as well as the Madison County community. As […]
Free Deadline for Christmas Parade Registration Fast Approaching
The free deadline for the 2019 Christmas is this Wednesday, Nov 20th. Richmond Parks and Recreation say that every application submitted after this day will be assessed a $20 fee. If you have any questions, they ask that you email parksandrec@richmond.ky.us or call 859-623-8753.
