Freihofer leads the way for EKU Women’s Hoops
The Eastern Kentucky University women’s basketball team was firing on all cylinders Wednesday night, putting together a complete performance to defeat Evansville, 83-60, inside Baptist Health Arena. The Colonels took control early, scoring 34 points in the first quarter, the fourth-most in a single quarter in program history and second-most against a DI opponent. EKU (2-1) bounced […]
Reagan Taylor Announces Campaign for Fourth Term, Pledging to keep building “One Madison County”
Richmond, KY – Madison County Judge Executive Reagan Taylor announced today that he will seek a fourth term in office, reaffirming his commitment to continue building One Madison County — a community rooted in progress, and doing what is right for its people, even when it’s not the easy or popular path. Since taking oice […]
Daniel Boone Elementary celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month
Daniel Boone Elementary recently hosted a vibrant and memorable Hispanic Heritage Celebration that brought students, families, and community members together in honor of Hispanic Heritage Month. The event was filled with energy and culture — from salsa and line dancing to Hispanic Heritage bingo and stunning art displays created by Daniel Boone students. A highlight […]
Eastern Kentucky University ready to celebrate Homecoming
Eastern Kentucky University (EKU) is set to kickoff Homecoming weekend Oct. 24-25, bringing students, alumni, faculty, staff and the Richmond community together for celebration and tradition. Events include the annual parade, the block party and the much-anticipated football game. “We’re excited to welcome our entire Colonel Family to campus for Homecoming weekend,” said EKU President […]
EKU VP & Director of Athletics, Kyle Moats Appointed to FCS Oversight Committee
Eastern Kentucky University Vice President and Director of Athletics, Kyle Moats has been appointed to the NCAA Division I Football Championship (FCS) Oversight Committee. As a member of the committee, Moats will serve as the United Athletic Conference’s representative, with a total of 18 members including a representative from each FCS conference making up the […]
EKU Men’s Hoops set to host another Late Night with the Colonels at Dillingham Park
Late Night With The Colonels, the third annual collaboration between the Eastern Kentucky University men’s basketball team and the city of Richmond will be held from 6 to 9 p.m. on Oct. 16 at Dillingham Park. Fans will be able to get their first look at the 2025-26 team. There will be a dunk contest, […]
Berea Mayor Bruce Fraley Elected as Vice President of Kentucky League of Cities
The Kentucky League of Cities (KLC) elected Berea Mayor Bruce Fraley as its first vice president at the 2025 KLC Conference & Expo in Owensboro on Tuesday. Mayor Fraley is in his second term as mayor. He previously served on the Berea City Council from January 2017 through December 2018. “It is an honor and […]
Non Conference Schedule announced for EKU Men’s Hoops
Eastern Kentucky University’s men’s basketball non-conference schedule will include two games against teams that played in last season’s NCAA Tournament, three games against NIT squads and a game against the CBI Tournament champion. The Colonels’ 11 non-conference contests against NCAA Division I competition include nine games against opponents who had a winning record and won […]
EKU Women’s Volleyball ready for Conference Play
Eastern Kentucky University’s volleyball team will start Atlantic Sun Conference play with a road match at Bellarmine University on Friday before hosting Florida Gulf Coast University on Sunday. Friday’s match in Louisville will begin at 6 p.m. ET. Sunday’s contest at the Olympic Sports Training Center on the EKU campus will start at 12 p.m. […]
Daniel Boone Elementary Counselor Honored with Award
Erin Muse, counselor at Daniel Boone Elementary, has been recognized with the CED 450 Cooperating Teacher of the Year Award, presented by Eastern Kentucky University (EKU). This honor celebrates exceptional mentorship and dedication to shaping future educators. Muse was nominated by her student teacher in recognition of her outstanding guidance, support, and leadership. Before stepping into her […]
EKU volleyball hits the road for pair of tough matches
RICHMOND, Ky. – Eastern Kentucky University’s volleyball team will take a 7-3 record into its final non-conference weekend of the season as the Colonels face Cincinnati and Ball State in Muncie, Indiana. EKU’s match with Cincinnati is set for 3 p.m. on Friday. The match against the host Cardinals is Saturday at 4 p.m. and will […]
Richmond man hits jackpot with Kentucky Lottery
In an unexpected twist of fate, a Richmond, Ky man hit the jackpot on a Kentucky Lottery draw game ticket. The man, who wishes to remain anonymous, purchased a $2 Fast Play – BIG W!N ticket recently at the Kroger at Richmond Plaza. It was the first time he played Kentucky Lottery Fast Play, and […]
Louisville woman wins big with scratch off ticket
A Louisville woman, who wished to remain anonymous, was pleasantly surprised when a $2 Kentucky Lottery Scratch-off ticket turned into a $25,000 win. The woman stopped at the Circle K on Shepherdsville Road in Louisville last month where she purchased one of the Kentucky Lottery’s newest tickets, Wild Cash 20X and scratched it off in the store. […]
Powell County man arrested following accident
On July 17th around 9:30pm, Deputy Martin of the Powell County Sheriffs Office was dispatched to the area of Brown St. and Campton Rdd in reference to an accident with injuries involving 3 vehicles. Preliminary investigation indicated that a Dodge Ram pickup being driven by the David Slemp of Clay City, had crossed over into […]
WBON-TV goes inside Richmond “No Kings” Protest
Safety Training Funding Awarded to City of Richmond
A 2025 Workers’ Compensation Safety Grant from the Kentucky League of Cities (KLC) was presented to the City of Richmond on Monday. The money will help the city purchase programs and products that help keep employees safe and city officials applied for the funding to pay for safety training. “We at the City of Richmond […]
Pair of MUSA Soccer teams win Presidents Cup
For the first time in club history, two teams from the Madison United Soccer Association (MUSA) Flyers brought home championship trophies from the Kentucky Youth Soccer Association’s Presidents Cup. As part of MUSA’s select soccer program, the Flyers 2010 Girls team and the 2010 Boys Blue team both battled through two weekends of tournament play, […]
Madison County coroner identifies Richmond woman in fatal Berea collision
A two vehicle accident this morning in Berea has resulted in the death of 27-year-old Victoria McQueary. The accident occurred at the intersection of Richmond Road and the Berea Bypass. The area was shutdown due to the crash around 9 am. McQueary, age 27 of Richmond passed away due to blunt force trauma sustained in […]
One confirmed dead following fire in Richmond last night
A Sunday evening fire has left one dead in Richmond. Around 8:50 last night Madison County Coroner Jimmy Cornelison responded to a call to a structure fire at Barnes mill road and Willis Branch Road in Richmond. At the scene 69 year old Gregory Lee Brackney was pronounced deceased. The body was sent for an […]
Berea traffic stop leads to arrest
Last week, on April second, the berea Police Department street crimes unit conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle in the area of KY 1016. The stop produced one arrest with criminal charges and the serving of two arrest warrants. Approximately 13 grams of suspected Methamphetamine, 20 suspected Gabapentin pills, approximately 3.9 grams of Marijuana, […]
10th Planet Richmond Dominates at Fuji BJJ Ohio State Championships
The Fuji BJJ Ohio State Championships took place this past Saturday in Cincinnati, with 10th Planet Richmond making an outstanding impression on the mats. The team claimed the Best Kids Team Award, earning a remarkable 2,940 points—a commanding 8 790-point lead over the second-place team. Overall, 10th Planet Richmond won runner up Best Academy combining […]
Richmond Courthouse renovations nearing completion
Header photo courtesy of Madison County KY Facebook page, taken by Wm Grise. By Kelly McKinney Richmond In-Depth The first major renovation of the Madison County Courthouse since 1965 will soon be completed. The $17 million project included updating the building to strictly serve judicial functions, adding an extension that includes a carport, and adding […]
New Richmond ordinance could charge fees for vacant commercial property
During the Richmond City Commissioners Workshop that took place last Thursday city officials shared a draft of an ordinance that would impose fees on vacant commecial properties within the City. The draft will likely se changes before being voted on by commissioners but according to the draft it would require owners of vacant properties to […]
Two men arrested for sexual assault of a juvenile
The Madison County Sheriff’s Office received a call to assist the DCBS better known as the Department for Community Based Services on January 16, 2025. Deputy Ben Tipton and Sergeant Donovan Nolan responded with DCBS to a possible sexual assault of a juvenile. The initial investigation led to the case being reassigned to Sergeant Paul […]
Former Estill County Pastor found guilty of rape
A former pastor has been found guilty of sexually assaulting a child more than 40 years ago in Estill County. Attorney General Coleman announced that a jury convicted 60-year-old Samuel McKinney of first-degree rape against a child under 12. The victim, now 50 years old, reported the abuse in 2023 after learning McKinney was a […]
