Musical Musings: Getting Soulful and Gritty with Duo Grits & Soul
They call themselves ‘Hillbilly R&B’, which seems to be an accurate description of this Americana Duo, one raised in Kentucky and the other from Mississippi’s deep south. WBONtv had Grits & Soul in the studio for this month’s edition of Musical Musings. Grits & Soul are comprised of vocalist and guitarist Anna Kline and mandolin […]
Afternoon Headlines 10/15/19: Mother found passed out with child, Laurel County disturbance, 4 caught allegedly stealing hemp
Madison County Health Department Awarded Grants to Fight Hep C
From a press release from the Madison County Health Deparment: The Madison County Health Department is the recipient of two grants recently awarded to enhance response to the epidemic rate of Hepatitis C cases in Kentucky. Harm Reduction Coalition, with support from Gilead Sciences and under the HepConnect Initiative, awarded the grants across five states. […]
Vehicle on Fire in Berea Leads to 4 Charged with Drug Offenses
Berea Police responded to a vehicle on fire Sunday night, and ended up taking four people into custody after suspected heroin and methamphetamine were allegedly discovered in the car, which none of the group owned up to. According to the citation, the vehicle was smoking badly when police arrived at the scene on Chestnut Street. […]
Update to I75 Road Work in Madison County
The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) advises motorists that this advisory serves as an update for the I-75/KY 627 Interchange reconstruction project. The work is located on Interstate 75 at Exit 95. Monday, Oct. 14 Interstate 75 · the Northbound On Ramp at Exit 95 is now open to motorists o the ramp was temporarily closed to be paved in […]
Wallace Taylor, Former Estill County Official Appears in Court on Abuse of Public Trust Charges
Former judge/executive Wallace Taylor from Estill County appeared before a judge today for the charges alleging he stole around $38,000 from the county. Taylor had been indicted for abuse of a public trust. Taylor served for 15 years as judge/executive of Estill County, and had been a frequent guest on WBONtv. Taylor allegedly cashed checks […]
Search Across the State Continues for Murder Suspect; Jackson County Schools Close
Jackson County School officials said schools will be closed Friday as a precaution, as police across the state are searching for a man authorities say killed a man in Henry County and allegedly kidnapped his estranged wife. 37-year-old Terry Whitehouse is named a suspect in the crimes, and was reportedly spotted in Jackson county, but […]
Daniel Cameron to Remain on Ballot for AG in Kentucky Despite Previous Controversy
Despite some backlash that he may not be eligible for the November election, Republican candidate for Kentucky Attorney General Daniel Cameron will still remain on the ballot. The challenge to Cameron’s eligibility was based on the issue of whether he had been practicing as an attorney long enough to run for the office. Cameron will […]
Richmond Trio Arrested on Handful of Charges Including Sexual Abuse, Attempted Incest
A Richmond woman was recently taken into custody and charged with 1st degree criminal abuse of a child under 12 after she came to the police department to speak about a previous case. According to the citation, 32-year-old Valerie Spivey said that she admitted her husband, CV Rose Jr, had allegedly been sexually abusing a […]
KSP Conducts Lee County Death Investigation
From a press release from Kentucky State Police: On Sunday morning, October 6, 2019, The Kentucky State Police, Richmond Post was called just after 1:30 am in reference to a fatal stabbing that occurred on KY 52 west in Lee County. KSP Post 7 Troopers and the Beattyville Police Department responded to the scene and […]
Kentucky Office of Highway Safety Launches Initiative to Reduce Traffic Deaths Due to Distracted Driving
The Kentucky Office of Highway Safety is driving home a safety message to motorists aimed at preventing crashes by encouraging two life-saving actions behind the wheel- buckling up and putting down the phone. Launching today, the state’s first Buckle Up Phone Down campaign features videos, radio spots, digital advertising and a new dedicated website,kyhighwaysafety.com, to […]
Madison County Receives Nearly $11.5K Grant
From a press release from Madison County Government: Madison County Judge Executive Reagan Taylor announced that Madison County, in partnership with the Madison County Sheriff’s Department and City of Richmond Police Department, is the recipient of the 2019 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG). The Justice Assistance Grant is a federal justice funding provided […]
Like a Rolling Stone: Millstone Park Unveiled
This weekend, after quite a bit of hard work, the Millstone Park off Main Street and Richmond had the official unveiling and ribbon cutting. Wbontv was on the scene to witness these bits of Madison County history being revealed, and spoke to organizer Speedy Denny as well as Mayor of Richmond Robert Blythe. Watch the […]
Blazes! County-Wide Burn Ban Lifted
Madison County Judge Executive Reagan Taylor, in consultation with Madison County Fire Chief Tim Gray, lifted the countywide burn ban put into effect by Executive Order on August 9, 2019. Citizens are still required to adhere to the current Kentucky Forestry Burn Ban that is in effect annually in Kentucky from October 1 through December […]
Remains of Corbin Pearl Harbor Soldier Traveled Through Madison County After 78 Years
If you were like many viewers and witnessed the multiple fire and rescue teams from across the County stationed on the overpasses yesterday afternoon, there is a reason. After 78 years, the US Navy Machinist Mate 1st Class Ulis Steely was brought back to the Commonwealth. Ulis Steely died at the age of 25 while on […]
Madison County Deputy Jailer Arrested Following Assault Accusations
Berea Police early this morning took into custody a man employed at the Madison County Detention Center. According to the citation, police arrived at the scene on Brooklyn Blvd following an alleged domestic violence complaint. When they arrived on scene, they encountered the victim, who told officers that she and her boyfriend had gotten into […]
Hot Hot Heat and the Burn Ban: What You Need to Know from the Madison County Fire Department
It goes without saying that it has been the hottest Kentucky September and October on record, and with the dry conditions the Commonwealth is declared a tinderbox by officials. The burn ban for Madison County went into affect in early August, and other counties had followed suit or had already instituted their own burn bans. […]
Whiskey with a Side of ROCK(s): WBONtv meets Metallica’s Blackened Distillery Team at Bourbon and Beyond
Wbontv attended Bourbon and Beyond recently and met with the distillery team behind BLACKENED. According to their website “BLACKENED is a testamentto the creative process, to the hard work and determinationrequired to make something from nothing.It’s a monument to the ones who charge into the fray andcome out the other side stronger. Fueled by decadesof […]
EKU President Benson Among List of Prospects for University of Mississippi Chancellor
Eastern Kentucky University President Michael Benson was named first in the list of candidates for the position of Chancellor at University of Mississippi this week. According to the Oxford Eagle report, Benson was one of eight candidates that were chosen to be further reviewed for the position. The Eagle reports that this was based on […]
Deputies: Richmond Man Charged with Sodomy, Sexual Abuse of a Minor
The Madison County Sheriff’s Department recently took a man into custody following allegations that he sexually abused a minor. According to the citation, 48-year-old Sheldon Clark Muncy was observed sitting on the front porch of the home when officers arrived, and told them he was aware they were at the residence because, “she said I […]
Estill County Animal Shelter in Danger of Having to Euthanize
The Estill County Animal Shelter has announced that they will have to begin euthanizing cats and dogs if adoptions are not soon made. Director Tommy Mullen reports that they have received multiple drop-offs of animals and a date for euthanasia will have to be set if the furry friends aren’t adopted. They report that six […]
Video and Information: Large Fire at Richmond Manor
Wbontv was on the scene of a large fire that occurred this afternoon at Richmond manor. The apartment, located off north third in Richmond, was already well engulfed in flames by the time the Richmond Fire Department got on the roof. As you can see in the footage, firefighters worked to cut a hole into […]
Police Searching for Escaped Rockcastle County Inmate
Although it is not known exactly how he got out of the jail, police in Rockcastle County are looking for an escaped inmate. Rockcastle County Detention Center officials report that John McClure escaped around 5:00p.m. on Sunday, and they are on the lookout for him. McClure was being held on charges of 3rd degree burglary, […]
A Richmond ‘Pal’ Now Under New Ownership, and Kicking off with a Bang!
A Richmond mainstay is now under new ownership, and is undergoing a bit of a glow-up. Pally’s on Water Street has been a popular watering hole for decades, but rest assured, the bar and liquor store will not be going anywhere. According to one of the new part owners John Perkins, the business will not […]
Starting Tonight: Closures Continue on I75
The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) advises motorists of continuing work for I-75. This is part of the rehabilitation project that includes milling and resurfacing for the interstate. Pavement conditions are being addressed in both north and south directions. In addition, guardrail will be repaired for specific sections as necessary. Wednesday, Sept. 25 – 7 p.m. until 10 […]
