Richmond Parks and Rec fills us in on some Summer activities !
The long winter wait is over, it’s finally spring time in Kentucky. The beautiful warm weather means lots of outdoor park activities are open for the season including those in Richmond. The Richmond Parks and Recreation Department has opened up the Adventure Falls Mini Golf Course and Batting Cages as well as the Shuffleboard Complex.
A Nice Weather Weekend Ahead
Watch the video below for you weekend temperatures!
Suspect from Multiple Vehicle Break-Ins Apprehended
Recent cases of vehicle break-ins led to the arrest of a Berea man. Berea Police Department was dispatched to Boone Tavern in reference to a theft from a vehicle. A Dell laptop (valued at $2,300), hard drives and a notebook were reportedly stolen from the victim’s car while parked in town. A few days later, […]
Suspect Identified in Richmond Late Night Shooting
One person was shot late last night in Richmond. The incident happened around 12:40 A.M Friday at the intersection of Fairview Avenue and East Main. Police reportedly found the female victim and EMS rushed her to a local hospital. She is currently undergoing surgery as of this morning. Watch the video to get the details […]
Bourbon Boots & BBQ 2019!
Hospice Care Plus is inviting you to this years Bourbon Boots and BBQ which was formerly the Gala on Derby Eve. This redesigned event is still on Derby Eve, May 3, 2019 at 6:30pm at the Madison County Fairgrounds. This years special guest is the son of country music star John Michael Montgomery, Walker Montgomery. […]
Furry Fridays: Meet Bella the Puppy!
New episode of Furry Fridays! Interested in adopting a pet? Check out this website: forpawsunleashed.com or call them at (859) 623-DOGS. Watch this adorable video of puppy Bella! For Paws Unleashed also offers boarding, grooming, daycare, and taxi services for your pet.
Madison County, City of Richmond Receive $480,000 Community Development Block Grant
Grant will contribute to construction of workforce training facility at EKU. The Department for Local Government (DLG) has announced a $480,000 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) to Madison County Fiscal Court and the City of Richmond, on behalf of the Kentucky River Foothills Development Corporation (KRFDC). The federal funds will allow the development corporation to […]
Isolated Storms Tonight
Today, still warm, with highs in the mid 70’s. Tonight, rain and isolated storms with lows dropping down into the mid 50’s. Tomorrow, we will start out wet, but as we move through the day, that system should weaken and move out of the area. Highs tomorrow will be a little cooler, around 70 degrees. […]
Health Department Weighs In on Record Numbers for Hep A
Hepatitis A is a contagious liver disease that can be spread when a person unknowingly eats or drinks something contaminated with any amount of stool from an infected person. Washing hands before and after using the bathroom can help stop the spread of this infectious disease. The statewide outbreak began in November of 2017, and […]
Alleged Camper Burglar in Richmond Arrested
A recent burglary incident lead to the arrest of a Richmond man. An anonymous complaint was received stating that a male had walked across the road to the amusement park that is closed down on North Keeneland Drive. The complainant stated that the male jumped over the fence surrounding the amusement park. Officers arrived at […]
Sleeping Man Arrested in Circle K’s Restroom
The Richmond Police Department recently arrested a man after finding him asleep in Circle K’s restroom in Richmond. Police were dispatched to Circle K on Amberley Way in reference to a welfare check. According to reports, 27-year-old John Dunaway had been in the male’s restroom for approximately an hour. Emergency Medical Services and Richmond Fire […]
New Details Following Bypass Shutdown Collision Wreck
The roadway from Baptist Health Richmond to Roy & Sue Kidd Way was shut down late Wednesday night due to a crash involving a motorcycle collision. The incident happened around 7 P.M. and the roadway was reportedly closed for nearly three and a half hours. According to reports, one person suffered serious injuries and was […]
Three consecutive days of Rain
Watch the video below for your weather forecast for the next few days.
Kentucky State Police Discover House of Drugs in Berea
The Kentucky State Police arrested a man recently for allegedly trafficking marijuana. Officers went to a residence in Berea in an attempt to serve a warrant but instead arrested a different individual; 67-year-old Stephen Daffron. According to reports, there was a container containing a white crystal substance suspected to be methamphetamine that can be see […]
Laurel County Deputies Conducting School Safety and Security Walk-Through Program
Each school year, the Laurel County Sheriff’s office working in cooperation with Laurel County and East Bernstadt schools conducts their “School Safety and Security Walk-Through Program”. This program provides an added level of security to Laurel County Schools including East Bernstadt Independent School while also giving staff and children the opportunity to observe deputies walking […]
Duo arrested for allegedly stealing farm tractor in Laurel County
The Laurel County Sheriff’s Office arrested one adult and took a juvenile into custody earlier this week. Officials received a complaint that a 16-year-old had allegedly stolen a farm tractor, a four wheeler, and a pistol off Highway 578 approximately 7 miles north of London. Shots were reportedly shot into the air. Officers responded to […]
Storms return this week
Today, a little more cloud cover with warm temps, topping out again in the mid 70’s. Tonight, showers enter the bluegrass with lows dropping to around 55 degrees. Tomorrow, we will see isolated heavy rain with temps about 10 degrees cooler with highs in the mid 60’s. For the rest of the week, we will […]
Four vehicle wreck results in DUI for London woman
A woman was arrested Monday after causing a four-vehicle injury traffic crash while under the influence in Laurel County. The incident occurred at around 9 P.M. off W. Laurel Road, approx. one and a half miles west of London. 43-year-old Jacqueline Thurmond of London was driving her silver Pontiac G6 when she allegedly struck three […]
Rainfall Expected this Week
Highs topping out today in the mid to upper 70’s, that is a 30-degree increase in the past 48 hours. It will be warm and dry today, but the chance for rain moves into the forecast tomorrow evening. Tonight, cloud cover moves in with lows dropping down into the mid 50’s. Tomorrow, temps stay in […]
Physical Altercation Victim Airlifted to UK Medical Center
A man was recently arrested in Laurel County after a physical altercation with another male subject. The incident happened at around 11 AM on April 21. The Laurel County Sheriff’s office was dispatched to a fight complaint off Vaughn Ridge Road at 6 AM. According to the sheriff’s office Facebook page, a 32-year-old male victim […]
Today Marks the Last Day to Register to Vote in May Primary Election
Today is the last day to register to vote or make changes to your registration for the May primary election. You can register by mail but the envelope must be marked by midnight tonight. Applications can be submitted at the county clerk office or you can register online at govoteky.com The primary election will be […]
Easter Weekend Weather Forecast!
Tonight the rain continues with lows dropping down into the mid 30’s. Tomorrow, more rain with another chilly day, highs only getting into the low to mid 40’s. The rain will finally wrap up Saturday night making way for what looks like a really nice Easter Sunday. Highs for Sunday will rebound back to around […]
Woman unable to upgrade her phone at AT&T, causes disturbance and gets arrested
A woman was recently arrested for causing a disturbance at an AT&T store in Berea. According to reports, 29-year-old Sarah Griffin called the Berea Police Department in reference to AT&T refusing to help her buy a phone. Griffin was trying to upgrade her phone for $35 but employees at the store stated that they were […]
Police: Berea Man Allegedly Attempts to FaceBook Live EPO Violation in Drunken State
Berea Police recently arrested a man after his mother had to call authorities when he attempted to contact her. According to the citation, William Issac Croucher’s mother had an Emergency Protection Order/Domestic Violence order out on her son, and he violated by attempting to call her and message her on Facebook. When officers arrived, the […]
War on Drugs Continues- Three Arrested Following an Investigation in Laurel County
The Laurel County Sheriff’s Department arrested three individuals yesterday following a drug bust. The incident happened off Hatcher Road, two miles east of London at around 1 P.M. The arrests occurred while officials were conducting a drug investigation in that area. The following three individuals were located at a residence, one of which was with […]
