Madison County Board of Education Approves Construction Project for New Career Center, Salary Increase for Employees
The Madison County Board of Education voted unanimously Thursday night to approve the BG-1 for the building of a new career and technology center located in Richmond. The vote serves as the official beginning of the construction project for one of the two career and technology centers the district intends to utilize as replacement for […]
After Some Scattered Storms, the Weekend is Looking Good
Hot and muggy for today as the dog days of summer roll on, but we will get a brief break from the heat and humidity as the second cold front of the week moves in tomorrow. Highs for today top out around 90 degrees with lots of sunny skies. Overnight, that cold front starts to […]
Underage Drinking Causes Family Disturbance
On Wednesday morning, Richmond Police responded to a call about a family disturbance. Upon arrival, the officer observed 19-year-old Nykee Chenault and two female subjects in the breezeway of an apartment building. Chenault’s mother reportedly attempted to talk to the officer, but Chenault kept talking over her while “stepping at her in an aggressive manner”. […]
Berea Included Amongst Princeton’s “Best 385 Colleges”
The Princeton Review has once again included Berea College in its publication of The Best 385 Colleges: 2020 Edition. Berea is nationally recognized for its high-quality education and its distinctive labor program, which hires every admitted student to help operate the school. Berea is also known for its Tuition Promise Scholarship that covers the $44,100 […]
Domestic Dispute Leads to Assault Charges
Richmond Police responded to a call about a female subject with visible injuries Wednesday morning. When the officer arrived to the scene, they observed the female subject, Breallen Nester, and found injuries on her head, elbow, knees, and back. According to the citation, Nester told the officer that she and her boyfriend, Christopher Isaacs, had […]
Aaron Patrick Selected Preseason First Team All-America
Special to WBON-TV RICHMOND, Ky. – Defensive lineman Aaron Patrick earned a spot on the Phil Steele Preseason All-America team, the publication announced Wednesday. The redshirt senior was a first team selection. Patrick was chosen to the HERO Sports 2019 FCS Preseason All-America Team earlier this summer and to the STATS Preseason All-America Team in […]
Gran: UK’s offensive philosophy more about team than scheme
By KEITH TAYLOR, Kentucky Today LEXINGTON, Ky. (KT) — Eddie Gran’s first season as offensive coordinator at Kentucky proved to a learning experience for the longtime coach. “I learned more that year about humility,” Gran recalled last week. “It’s about team. It’s about wins. Is it not still about winning the game?” Although he had […]
One Cold Front Down, One More to Go
Heavy rain moved through the bluegrass early this morning, a result of the cold front that we have been watching for the past few days. The remainder of the day should be dry with cooler temps, topping out in the mid ’80s. Tonight, lows will drop into the mid 60’s. Tomorrow will be a little […]
Laurel County Juvenile Joyride Ends in Multiple Arrests
A 16-year-old male juvenile was arrested on Tuesday afternoon at approximately 12:35 PM. The arrest occurred on KY 312 after a Laurel County Deputy was dispatched to search for a Harley Davidson motorcycle reported as stolen from a business parking lot near Gordon Hill in Corbin. Corbin City Police dispatched information regarding the case to […]
Scattered Storms Will Bring Rain and Lower Temps
Today has been hot and humid just like the summer is supposed to be, but a cold front is going to cool us down over the next few days. Highs today reached into the low 90’s, and we have a chance for some pop-up showers through the afternoon and evening. Tonight, the cold front moves […]
A seasoned veteran, UK QB Wilson the centerpiece of Wildcats’ offense
By KEITH TAYLOR, Kentucky Today LEXINGTON, Ky. (KT) — Who is the best quarterback in the Southeastern Conference? If you ask Kentucky receiver Lynn Bowden, Terry Wilson is atop the list of signal-callers in the league. “He’s looking like the best quarterback, hands down,” Bowden said. That’s mainly because Wilson has found a comfort zone […]
Laurel County Burglary Attempt Leads to Multiple Drug Charges
Recently, Laurel County deputies were dispatched to a burglary in progress complaint. Reportedly, the deputies discovered a male subject, James F. Tankersley of London, at a business located on US 25W. According to the report, Tankersley was dropped off at the site by a female subject, Amy Jo Henderlight of Corbin, and had passed under […]
2019 EKU Preseason Football Camp: Receivers
Special to WBON-TV Eastern’s football team returns six receivers who caught passes last season, including three of the top four pass catchers overall. The group will be coached by newcomer Donte Ellington. Junior BK Smith led the team with 23 receptions as a sophomore last year. He totaled 244 yards. Redshirt sophomore Jackson Beerman is […]
UK’s Josh Paschal relied on his faith during battle with skin cancer
By KEITH TAYLOR, Kentucky Today LEXINGTON, Ky. (KT) — Josh Paschal has a new perspective on football and life after surviving a cancer scare. Prior to the start of his sophomore campaign, the University of Kentucky linebacker was diagnosed with malignant melanoma on the bottom of his right foot, immediately putting his collegiate career on […]
High Temps Will Last a Couple More Days Before Cold Front Arrives
More hot summer temperatures for the start of the week, but a cool down is in store for the end of the week. Today, highs were very warm, topping out in the low 90’s with lots of sun. This time of the year, we keep that chance for a pop-up storm during the heat of the […]
Rock ‘n’ Roll Hall of Famer Alice Cooper to Perform at EKU Center for the Arts
EKU Center for the Arts will be hosting a classic rock icon on their stage November 18th this Fall. The venue will be one of the stops on Alice Cooper’s “Ol’ Black Eyes is Back” tour, which “boasts a very different look than recent tours”. Tickets will go on sale to the general public starting […]
Passing Out on a Porch Leads to Foot Chase, Tasering
Richmond Police observed a male subject allegedly passed out on the front porch of an East Main Street home early Sunday morning. According to the citation, the officer attempted to wake the man, William Lawson, by shining his flashlight on him and yelling at him. When neither action worked, the officer proceeded to shake Lawson’s […]
A Beautiful Weekend in Store with Small Chance for Pop-Up Storms
Hot, humid and summerlike here in the bluegrass. Highs today are climbing a little, topping out in the mid to upper 80’s. We will have mostly sunny skies, but one thing to keep in mind this time of year as we move through the dog days of summer; we keep that possibility for a pop-up […]
Three EKU Golfers Earn All-America Scholar Honors
Special to WBON-TV @ekusports NORMAN, Okla. – Eastern Kentucky’s Edvin Lindgren, Erik Lindwall and Andreas Nielsen were chosen as Srixon/Cleveland Golf All-America Scholars by the Golf Coaches Association of America (GCAA), the organization announced recently. Lindgren, Lindwall and Nielsen were three of 266 NCAA Division I men’s golfers from across the nation chosen for the honor. Lindgren and […]
Stoops: A New season, new team presents new opportunities for Cats
By KEITH TAYLOR, Kentucky Today LEXINGTON, Ky. (KT) — Mark Stoops has moved past the learning curve when it comes to running his own program. The Kentucky coach is entering his seventh season as coach of the Wildcats and remains committed to keep the momentum going this year. That same passion and drive he experienced […]
Three-County Pursuit Ends with Officer-Involved Shooting in Jackson County
Kentucky State Police are investigating an officer-involved shooting that occurred in Jackson County following a vehicle pursuit which went through three counties Thursday morning. According to the initial investigation, a KSP Post 7 Trooper attempted to stop a vehicle that was allegedly driving recklessly at a high rate of speed on Richmond Road (KY-52) in […]
Barnhart, UK opt against alcohol sales at its campus sporting events
By KEITH TAYLOR, Kentucky Today LEXINGTON, Ky. (KT) — Kentucky has opted against the sale of alcohol at its sporting events this season and beyond. Kentucky Athletics Director Mitch Barnhart made the announcement during a press conference Thursday. Earlier this year, the Southeastern Conference voted to allow alcohol sales at sporting events, leaving the decision […]
Washington, Travis reunite, mingle with campers at Draft Academy
By KEITH TAYLOR, Kentucky Today LEXINGTON, Ky. (KT) — Reid Travis and PJ Washington were reunited on Thursday. The two former University of Kentucky upperclassmen took part in John Calipari’s Draft Academy Camp at the Joe Craft Center and shared a laugh or two with their former coach as youngsters looked on while participating in […]
The Rest of the Week Looks Sunny and Warm
A few storms popped up throughout the bluegrass last night, but they were gone just about as quickly as they appeared. The first day of August is bringing us very typical summer weather: sunny skies and humidity with highs topping out in the mid-’80s. With the heating of the day, we will see the chance […]
Failed Burglary Attempt Leads to Police Chase
Richmond Police were called to investigate a possible burglary attempt in the Hill Street area on Tuesday morning. When they arrived on the scene, the suspect had already fled. Allegedly, the suspect, 41-year-old Jeff King had attempted to break into a home after asking the victim if he could use her phone. Upon the attempted […]
