Boyfriend files assault charges against Madison County Sheriff’s Deputy
Madison County Sheriff Mike Coyle has placed one of his deputies on administrative leave after she was charged with assault by her boyfriend after an alleged domestic violence incident. Madison County Deputy Jennifer Lee Kermeen was subsequently arrested stemming from those charges from an alledged altercation that occurred on Nov 30th, where the alleged victim […]
Man ejected, dies in fatal crash in Berea identified
**UPDATE** The man has now been identified as 27-year-old John Kemper of Rockcastle County **ORIGINAL STORY** A single vehicle accident around 3:30 this afternoon on South Dogwood Drive in Berea has claimed the life of a 27-year-old man. The man was reportedly ejected from the vehicle and pronounced dead at the scene by Madison County […]
Man attempting to flee law on bulldozer, facing myriad of charges
Laurel Sheriff’s Detective Taylor McDaniel along with London City Police Officer Dillion Blair and London City Police Officer Ben Webb arrested Casey Reed age 40 of London on Thursday morning December 15, 2022 around 10:00 AM. The arrest occurred in a wooded area off Bert Allen Road approximately 3 miles east of London, while Laurel […]
Richmond Utilities explains impacts to most on new sales taxes set for 2023
With so much talk of new sales taxes going into effect in the new year on many things including utilities, there has been a lot of calls and questions about how the new taxes will impact customers of Richmond Utilities. Scott Althauser, Manager of Richmond Utilities, reminds customers that if you have only one account and that is your home […]
Pedestrian hit by car on River Drive in Irvine
Irvine Police Department officials report a pedestrian was hit by a vehicle earlier this evening around 6 p.m. The incident occurred near the corner of River Drive and Estill Avenue. The roadway has been closed and traffic rerouted to Broadway or Old Pike while Irvine Police Department and Kentucky State Police reconstructionist teams investigate. The […]
Two Kentucky Troopers, saved by Kevlar vests, receive international recognition
Two KSP troopers who survived potentially life-threatening incidents due to wearing ballistic vests have been inducted into the International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP) DuPont Kevlar Survivors’ Club. Troopers Billy Ball and Michael Sanguigni were shot earlier this year while responding to two separate public safety emergencies during which their ballistic vests shielded them […]
Cartersville men facing drug charges after traffic stop
Two Cartersville men face meth and heroin possession charges following a traffic stop by Garrard Co. Sheriff’s Office deputies. Cameron and Arnold Amburgey were passengers in a car that was stopped on Cartersville Road Tuesday night. According to Deputy Willards report, he and his K-9 partner Murphy located quantities of Meth and Heroin on the […]
Holiday traffic checkpoints announced for Madison and KSP Post 7 counties
The Kentucky State Police would like to offer periodic reminders to drivers who travel our roadways. Our agency strives daily to ensure the safety of the motoring public. Some of these proactive measures include various roadside safety checkpoints and saturating known problematic areas in the district through general patrol tactics. The Kentucky State Police utilizes […]
Fire claims one life this morning in Bath County
Kentucky State Police is investigating a fatal fire this morning in Bath County. KSP, Post 8, Morehead received a call for assistance from the Bath County Dispatch this morning. The fire occurred on Old Sands Road in Bath County. During the course of the investigation, human remains were located inside the residence. The remains have […]
Richmond man facing manslaughter charges stemming from overdose death
The overdose death of a woman here in Richmond back in November, has now resulted in the arrest of a 66 year old Richmond man. According to Police reports, officers were called to a location here in Richmond for reports of a deceased woman last month. Upon arriving on scene, officers saw evidence that the […]
Former “Kirby’s Garage” location in Estill County, destroyed by fire
At 6:20 am this morning, the Estill Country Fire Department responded to a call in Irvine in regards to a fire at the former Kirby’s garage location near the corner of Pea Ridge and Richmond Road. When fire fighters arrived on the scene, the 80 by 30 foot building was already demolished by the flames. […]
Valero at Salt Lick burglarized, suspect sought
The Bath County Sheriff’s Office is seeking your help on the identification of a suspect involved in a local burglary. In the early morning hours today, around 4:15 am, the subject in the photos burglarized the Salt Lick Valero. Take a good luck at the clothing, shoes, and any other identifying criteria. Anyone with information […]
Laurel County murder suspect at large, manhunt on
Investigators with the Laurel County Sheriffs office, London City Police are investigating a murder that occurred at a residence off Old Crab Orchard Road approximately 1 1/2 miles north of London Friday afternoon December 2. Authorities say a dispute between two male subjects started around 4 o’clock and led to a shooting, leaving an adult male subject […]
Rep. Deanna Frazier Gordon receives 2022 ‘Friend of Kentucky Cities’ Award
The Kentucky League of Cities (KLC) bestowed a 2022 “Friend of Kentucky Cities” award on Representative Deanna Frazier Gordon (R-Richmond). KLC Executive Director|CEO James D. Chaney and Director of Public Affairs Bryanna L. Carroll presented the award to Frazier Gordon for her advocacy during the 2022 Regular Session. Representative Frazier Gordon sponsored House Bill 351, […]
44th District Tournament Draw vs Seeding
44th District Basketball Tournament article Opinion piece By J.T. Elliott Kids have the best advice. Take, for example, the advice Linus provides in the animated film; It’s the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown. He tells his childhood best friend: “There are three things I’ve learned never to discuss with people: religion, politics, and the Great Pumpkin.” Specific topics create division among even […]
Increased holiday traffic raises chance for road rage incidents, says AAA
Have you ever been involved in a road rage incident? While many are making plans to join an estimated 150 million-plus consumers planning to shop over the long Thanksgiving holiday weekend this year, AAA has a number of traffic safety and safe shopping reminders to ensure an enjoyable shopping experience. “There will be an unprecedented […]
Richmond’s KSP Post 7 Cram the Cruiser event Dec 2 at Walmart
Richmond’s KSP post 7 KSP troopers, officers and volunteers are once again doing their annual “Cram the Cruiser” event Friday, December 2nd from 9:30 a.m. until 2:00 pm. You can help ‘Cram the cruiser” with non-perishable food items to supply families across the commonwealth with a holiday meal. The event will be held at the Richmond […]
Despite raging wildfires and vandalism, Christmas star shines bright over Irvine
If you have ever came through Estill County in December, you have seen the remarkable Christmas Star that sets atop Rockhouse Mountain, also known as Star Mountain, located in Irvine. The star is roughly 17 ft tall and is lit annually each year around mid-November and stays lit through the first of the year. It […]
EKU resident advisor arrested, stripped of pay, and ban from hall, after rape charges
An EKU resident advisor from Martin hall has been arrested on charges of rape first degree. Thomas Haroules, 21, was taken into to custody on November 18th by EKU law enforcement. Haroules is accused of sexually assaulting a woman on numerous occasions starting in October of 2021. The victim claims that she rejected the sexual […]
Heavily invested in Madison County, AppHarvest discloses financial hardships
AppHarvest, the ambitious Morehead-based produce company that planned to open twelve huge, high-tech, indoor farms across Central Appalachia by 2025, told investors this month that it’s running out of cash. That according to a report today by the Lexington Herald. The company is also heavily invested in Madison County with a 15-acre facility, and the […]
RPD looking for suspect in theft case
Do you know this individual? Officer Faulkner of the Richmond Police Department is hoping for some help in identifying this female for a theft she is investigating. If you have any information, please contact Officer Faulkner at efaulkner@richmond.ky.us or call dispatch at 859-624-4776
Long lines at airports, higher gas prices for 700,000 Kentuckians traveling this week, says AAA
AAA is projecting that more than 700,000 Kentucky residents will travel more than 50 miles from home over the Thanksgiving holiday weekend. The number is only slightly higher compared to last year, representing less than a one percent increase. While travel continues to rebound, this year’s travel forecast is still tracking at about 98% of pre-pandemic Thanksgiving travel […]
Vehicle theft reported over weekend in Ravenna
The Tan 2001 Jeep Cherokee vehicle in the feature picture was stolen from the Ravenna National Guard Armory this weekend. The Estill County Sheriff’s Office is asking for assistance in locating the vehicle and getting it back to its rightful owner. Anyone with any information please contact Estill County dispatch at 606-723-2201
Man sought in connection with counterfeit money investigation
The Stanton City Police Department has issued these photos of a man they are currently seeking to identify regarding a counterfeit money investigation. If you know the man’s identity of this subject or his whereabouts, please contact Stanton Police dispatch at 606-663-4116. Officer Ryan Smith (ryan.smith@stantonky.gov) is investigating the case.
Tense matter on Willis Branch Wednesday diffused by officers
Yesterday afternoon, Wednesday November 16, Madison County Sheriff personnel responded to a call of a Richmond woman being held against her will. The incident occurred at a residence at 1044 Willis branch Road. Deputies arrived and the female who was reported to be held against her will was coming out of the house. Deputies ordered […]
