An Inside Look at the Weapons Held at the Bluegrass Army Depot
The Blue Grass Chemical Agent-Destruction Pilot Plant is now undergoing final preparations before the destruction of chemical weapons stored at the Blue Grass Army Depot commences. “This is what we’ve been working toward for years,” said Jeff Brubaker, BGCAPP site project manager. “We are ready to take the next step in destroying these obsolete weapons, […]
Richmond LifeWay Christian Store to Close its Doors May 31st
LifeWay Christian Resources, the largest Christian bookstore and retail chain in the country, is closing all their stores this year including the location at the Richmond Centre. According to the CEO they will plan to switch their focus on online and digital sales. WBONtv spoke to both the manager of the location and dedicated regular […]
Details Regarding Poosey Ridge Police Chase Released
Two people are now in custody following a pursuit with Kentucky state police that ended with a spike strip on Poosey Ridge Road. Troopers report that a vehicle with expired registration was seen weaving in and out of traffic in Madison County. 40-year-old Robert Williams was identified as the driver, and did not stop for […]
Judge Executive Wilson: Future of Garrard Police Dept. Hangs in the Balance After Cuts
You may have seen in the headlines recently that Garrard County is in a bit of a quandary: their police department due to budgeting constraints has been cut, effective this July. WBONtv went down to the courthouse to get the information straight from the source, from Judge/Executive for the County John Wilson. Unfortunately, Wilson did […]
Afternoon News Brief 3-19-19: 2 recent deaths ruled accidental, Man allegedly raped 15 year old, Syringes dumped on Clay county road, 4 county chase leads to arrest
New arrest made in Kidnapping case totals 6 suspects.
4 people were arrested in connection with a kidnapping that according to reports happened early in March. Out of these 4 one suspect named Richard Duerson made a recorded phone call from the Detention Center which according to officials was to another suspect connected to the case. Officials report Jennifer McFarland took orders from Duerson […]
Suspect in Custody after Car Chase on Poosey Ridge Road
Charges against a madison county driver are pending after state troopers say he led them on a pursuit after an attempted traffic stop. A trooper attempted to stop the vehicle near the 88 mile marker of southbound I-75 but the driver got off the road at Exit 87 and began driving down Barnes Mill Road […]
Coroner: Two Previously Unexplained Madison County Deaths Due to Cold
Two recent deaths here in Madison County have been ruled accidental by the Madison County Coroner after over a month of investigation. Amanda Bailey was found dead on Concord Road in Richmond after an extensive search near Lake Reba across multiple days. She reportedly got in a fight with her boyfriend and walked off when […]
Children’s Champions Kid’s Mall Madness this Weekend!
Children’s Champions presents Kids Mall Madness this Saturday, March 23rd from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Richmond Mall. Join them for an indoor petting zoo, inflatable bouncers, photo booth, face painting, music time and so much more! Enter the doors next to Gillum’s. This is a free event. Watch the video to get […]
Dozens of Syringes Thrown on Bridge in Clay County, Sheriff Needs Public’s Help
The Clay County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s help after someone apparently threw nearly 50 used syringes onto the 2nd Street Bridge in Manchester. According to police, a passerby had called 911 to report dozens of the used needles in the roadway. Officers arrived on scene and correctly disposed of them. Anyone with […]
Berea Man accused of Raping 15-Year Old Babysitter
According to Berea police, a man who they say is responsible for raping a 15-year-old multiple times is now in custody. The arrest citation details that 29 year old Dylan Bracey was arrested last week and charged with third-degree rape with a fifteen year old babysitter on more than one occasion. Police report that Bracey […]
Man Allegedly Assaults Pregnant Girlfriend During Altercation
Richmond Police were dispatched to a home on South Porter Drive over the weekend following reports of a domestic disturbance. When officers arrived, they made contact with Valentino Paige who said that his pregnant girlfriend and he got in a fight over her using his computer. According to the citation, both had observable bruises and […]
Afternoon News Brief 3/18/19: Woman Allegedly Sexually Abuses Minor, Home total Loss after fire, Cattle Mortality Rate Increases, One Alleged Predator Captured/one at Large
Afternoon News Brief 3/18/19: Woman Allegedly Sexually Abuses Minor, Home total Loss after fire, Cattle Mortality Rate Increases, One Alleged Predator Captured/one at Large
Richmond Woman Charged with Sexually Abusing Minor Allegedly Under the Influence
A Richmond woman was taken into custody this weekend on a warrant alleging that she sexually abused a minor. 47 year old Barbara Gentry is charged with three counts of first degree sodomy, six of first degree sexual abuse, and three counts of illegal sexual activity and unlawful transaction with a minor from events in […]
Water Street Reconstruction, Charging Ports Discussed by City Manager
After other broken up areas of roadway in Richmond have recently been brought to the City’s attention, an old one has come up again. According to City Manager Rob Minerich, the continually plagued area of Water Street is finally going to get much needed updates, including being completely paved over. We spoke to Minerich, who […]
Afternoon News Brief 3-15-19: Brooke Farthing story to be featured on TV, Neglected horse investigation, chemical agent-destruction pilot plant, RPDvsFPD: Basketball, High winds cause power outages
No Charges for Accused Estill Dog Killer
WBONtv has learned that the Estill County Grand Jury has elected not to indict Charles Collins of Irvine on charges stemming from his alleged killing of a search and rescue dog. No charges will be pressed at this time on Collins. Collins was accused of shooting Hunter earlier this year. The case was bound over […]
SEC Tournament: Calipari expecting another ‘hard game’ against Bama
By KEITH TAYLOR, Kentucky Today NASHVILLE — Kentucky will get a rematch with Alabama when it opens play in the Southeastern Conference Tournament Friday night at Bridgestone Arena. The Crimson Tide (18-14) rallied from a 16-point deficit to defeat Mississippi, 62-57 Thursday night to keep their hopes alive for an at-large bid in the NCAA […]
MCSO Seeks Info on Neglected Horse
The Madison County Sheriff’s Office is asking for anyone with information about a neglected horse to contact the Sheriff’s Department. The horse was found on Red Lick Road inside a fenced in area. According to authorities, the horse, a mare, had been at this property for approximately two days when it was found.
Farthing’s Disappearance to be Featured on ‘Still a Mystery’
The family of a missing Berea girl that has been gone for nearly six years now has announced that Investigation Discovery will be featuring her story on their show. Brookelyn Farthing has not been seen since the summer of 2013, when she sent messages to her family saying that she felt unsafe, and that she […]
Afternoon News Brief 3-14-19: Wind advisory, Road hazard hole gets attention, Woman arrested on alleged drug charges, Man allegedly threatening police over phone
Laying a longtime Madison countian to rest
Yesterday marked the final resting day for former Madison county Sheriff Cecil “Dude” Cochran Jr. Proudly serving as Sheriff for more than 25 years, Cochran Jr. was the longest serving Sheriff in all of Madison county.Dude was a loving husband, father and grandfather and was well respected in his community. His life is a piece […]
Have you Registered Your Emergency Contact with your License Yet?
The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) has teamed up with the Kentucky State Police and Department of Criminal Justice Training to launch a new online service that allows state license, permit, and ID holders to designate a preferred contact law enforcement can notify in the event the cardholder is involved in a vehicle crash or emergency […]
Marcum and Wallace Health Watch: Colon Cancer Month
March is colon rectum cancer month and General Surgeon Richard Stone is giving us all the information on how to get screened and what the causes of this form of cancer. Checkout the video below from Marcum and Wallace’s !
Widely Circulated Post of Seemingly Dangerous Hole Gets City’s Attention
You may have seen a picture of a seemingly large hole on South Third Street that was circulating on social media this week. The poster had a concern that a small child could even fall through or that an adult walking past could injure themselves. WBONtv went out to the site after bringing this to […]
