Citizens of Estill County Express Outrage Over Radioactive Waste Plan
By: Lance Gaither, Marisa Hempel Since 2015, the illegal dumping of radioactive waste (TENORM) at the Blue Ridge Landfill in Irvine has been a hotly debated topic in both court rooms and in town hall meetings across Estill County. Lately, the corrective action plan mandated by the courts for the landfill to deal with the […]
Soak in the Views (and now a drink) at the Berea Country Club Bar
Whether a avid golf player or not, anyone can now visit and enjoy the amenities at the Berea Country Club, specifically their newly remolded bar upstairs. WBON-TV visited the upstairs deck to speak to Mary Long of the country club, and soak in the views that many may not be aware of. Long says that […]
Richmond Area Arts Council Director Kidd Retires, Thanks Community
After close to a decade of service to the Richmond community and local artists, Executive Director of the RAAC Deborah Kidd will be retiring effective this Wednesday. Kidd says she will not stray far from the arts or the RAAC, however, but that she wants to volunteer and travel with her husband, who she recently […]
Update from the Court on the All A Classic With Richmond Tourism
After 7 years in Frankfort, the All A Classic basketball tournament returns to Richmond and Eastern Kentucky University. The tournament will continue through the weekend, so WBON-TV went down to the courts at Alumni Coliseum to speak to Richmond Tourism Director Lori Murphy-Tatum to get an inside look on how the All A is going, […]
KSP Electronic Crime Branch Arrests Madison County Man
From a Release from Kentucky State Police: On January 25, 2018, at approximately 7:13 p.m., the Kentucky State Police Electronic Crime Branch arrested Justin Cox, 35, on charges related to distribution of matter portraying a sex performance by a minor. Cox was arrested as the result of an undercover Internet Crimes Against Children investigation. The […]
Department of Criminal Justice Training Explains Active Shooter Training
In the wake of this week’s deadly school shooting at Marshall County High School, where two fifteen-year-olds lost their lives, WBON-TV went to the Department of Criminal Justice Training to gain insight on how law enforcement train cadets for active shooter situations. Assistant Director of Training at the DOCJT John Schawrtz explained that this is […]
Berea Police Respond to Last Night’s Murder
Update to stabbing from press release from the Berea Police Department: Last night, at around 9:30pm officers responded to an assault call in the 100 block of Dinsmore Street in Berea. When they arrived, one of the subjects involved had been stabbed and had severe injuries. He was transported to the University of Kentucky hospital […]
Update to Deadly Berea Stabbing: Suspect Facing Murder Charges
Update to stabbing from press release from the Berea Police Department: Last night, at around 9:30pm officers responded to an assault call in the 100 block of Dinsmore Street in Berea. When they arrived, one of the subjects involved had been stabbed and had severe injuries. He was transported to the University of Kentucky hospital […]
Update From Richmond City Commission Meeting Tonight
By: Lance Gaither At the Richmond City Commission meeting tonight, multiple projects were presented on the heels of Mayor Jim Barnes announcing that he will not be seeking reelection for the position at the head of the city. The main street project was presented, which showed new areas that could be allocated for parking as […]
Geophysicist Explains Recent ‘Shake Ups’ of Quakes here in Kentucky
Not only was there a huge earthquake off the coast of Alaska shortly after midnight this morning, but there were two here in central Kentucky over the past few days. The first quake in Garrard county registered a 2.7 on the Richter scale, and the second yesterday in Pineville registered the same. Geophysicist at the […]
Congressman Barr Talks Shutdown, Tax Reform, Potential Re-election
Today, Congressman Andy Barr was back in Kentucky after spending the weekend in Washington during the 36-hour government shutdown. He came into WBON-TV’s studios to fill us in on the agreements that were made, and concessions that will still need to occur with the immigration policies on the table in Congress. Barr also spoke about […]
Details on Dual Fires From Richmond Fire Department
A fire was reported today at Grand campus at Eastern Kentucky university. Crews responded when the call came in that smoke was coming out of one the student apartment buildings. The cause was due to an electrical box, and as there was no damage, all residents were moved back in within an hour. Richmond fire […]
Highlights from Today’s Annual Hay Sale
The annual hay sale was today at the Madison County Fairgrounds. This sale offers hay buyers a lot of information about the hay they are buying. The County Extension office, along with resources from the University of Kentucky provide nutritional analysis, bale weights, protein values, and other essential information to buyers. The weather cooperated nicely […]
Meet Your Public Official: Steve Caudill
In the newest installment of WBON-TV’s ‘Meet Your Public Official Series’, the young guy on Berea City Council came to our studios to give us the updates from City hall, as well as tell us more about his background in finance, his family, and his hunting skills!
Madison County School Superintendent Reacts to Governor’s Proposed Cuts
Following this week’s budget proposal by Governor Matt Bevin, many county school districts are reconsidering their own budgets now that cuts to transportation and education as a whole could be on the table. According to Madison County School Superintendent Elmer Thomas, this could potentially result in 2 million dollars worth of funds being pulled, specifically […]
NTI, Snow Days, and Protocol Explained by Superintendent Thomas
Today marked Non traditional Instruction day number five for Madison county schools. The district is allotted ten such days, in which students are still assigned work from home but do not have to report to school. Superintendent of Madison county schools Elmer Thomas explained. Stay tuned, as next, Superintendent Thomas will explain how Madison County […]
Family Safe After Fire on South Killarney Lane
This morning, Richmond Fire Department responded to an apartment fire on South Killarney Lane. One room was reported fully involved, and the damage could possibly be extensive throughout the multi-unit home. First responders announced that all were removed safely from the home as the firefighters continued to fight the blaze. Had it not been for […]
Advice From a Trooper on Driving Safe Today!
The snow may no longer be falling but some roads are still covered from yesterday’s winter weather. This remaining snow could prove hazardous to any drivers out today because of the icy conditions and bitter cold reaching into the single digits. Trooper Robert Purdy of Kentucky State Police Post 7 here in Richmond says that […]
Statement From KSP Regarding Last Night’s Jackson Co. Father-Son Shooting Murder
Last night in Jackson county, KSP arrived at the scene in Jackson County to a 44 year old man shot to death by his father. Trooper Robert Purdy of Kentucky State Police explains: Updates to murder investigation from Kentucky State Police: The Kentucky State Police, Richmond Post was called just after 5:00 pm yesterday evening […]
Highlights From the Kickoff to MLK March in Berea Today
Today, in celebration of Martin Luther King Junior day, marches took place both in Richmond and Berea. In Berea, there was a full day of speakers and performances following the march. The group filed out of the church after hearing the reasons why we march on this day from lead pastor Kent Gilbert of Union […]
Coroner Reports on Deadly Madison County Crash
A Madison county man was found dead after a crash on Union City Road over the weekend. Coroner Jimmy Cornelison reports that 60 year old Bobby Epps was found to be deceased in his vehicle, and had been there some time as his engine was completely cold. Reports state that Epps had collided with a […]
Inside Look at Berea’s MLK Celebration
This Monday, Martin Luther King Day will be celebrated in Berea with a march and speakers, as well as a lunch and other events. WBON-TV went down to Berea College’s campus to speak to those in charge of the event, as well as some of the students involved to get an inside look at how […]
Madison County Offices on the Move
Some changes are coming to downtown Richmond as the County Clerk and Judge Executive are moving offices and will soon reside in one consolidated area in the Courthouse Annex. WBON-TV spoke with Judge-Executive Reagan Taylor about the reason behind the move as well as some further details.
WBONTV’s Safety Driving Tips For The Icy Roads
According to Madison county first responders it’s not exactly safe for drivers to go out tonight, but if you must here are a few tips to help you on your travels. It’s always smart to go slow, and remember to drive safe and be cautious when venturing out into the dangerous weather. Increase your stopping […]
Madison County Road Department Explains Tonight’s Game Plan
The winter weather is well on its way, so Madison County roads department administrator Scott Shepherd explained that all his trucks will be out tonight, and his crews have been gearing up for the wintry mix. All trucks are on call and ready to go when the weather worsens, which according to the current timeline, […]
