Special Farmer’s Market Offers Food, Games, and Community
A Special Farmer’s Market Block Party was held today at the Madison County Health Department Clinic, and WBON-TV was there to find out what makes this farmer’s market so special. We spoke with Nancy Crewe, the Public Health Director at the Madison County Health Department. Crewe, along with her team, oversaw the event and offered […]
Former Marine, Lincoln County Farmer Announces Senate Bid
Senate Republican Majority Leader Mitch McConnell has another opponent in the upcoming 2020 senate race, and his name is Mike Broihier. Broihier, who is a former U.S. Marine, announced his campaign in a video which was uploaded to his YouTube account, Mike For KY. In the video, Broihier offers hard-hitting criticisms of McConnell and acknowledges […]
Report of Shoplifting Leads to Drug Arrest
Richmond Police responded to a report of an alleged shoplifting incident at Tractor Supply. When police arrived at the scene, they allegedly found William Davis in a vehicle which contained open alcohol containers and various drug paraphernalia. Authorities say they located a substance suspected to be heroin, assorted pills, and a digital scale. Also found […]
Alleged Attempted Burglary Leads to 9 Criminal Charges of Richmond Man
Richmond Police Department responded to call on Sunday in reference to an alleged attempted burglary. The victim reportedly claimed a male subject was attempting to kick in the back door to her residence. The report states that upon arrival to the scene, Michael Golden was located sitting on the back porch of the residence and […]
KSP: Human remains confirmed to be Savannah Spurlock
The Kentucky State Police has confirmed that the human remains found at the Garrard County home was positively identified as Savannah Spurlock. A citation released by the Kentucky State Police details new information about the recent investigation that took place last night in Garrad County, which resulted in the finding of human remains and the […]
Report of a family sleeping in yard leads to a foot-chase and arrest
A report filed by RPD on Thursday states that officers responded to a call in reference to an anonymous caller believing that there was a male, female, and children sleeping in the yard behind a residence. According to the citation, upon arrival to the scene, officers located Jeffery Miracle and his wife, Melinda Buscher, in […]
David Sparks Citation Details New Information in Regards to Savannah Spurlock case
A citation released by the Kentucky State Police details new information about the recent investigation that took place last night in Garrad County, which resulted in the finding of human remains and the arrest of David Allen Sparks. The citation states that Mr. Allen Sparks informed his attorney that he was concerned about a “foul […]
Alleged Attempt of Life Threatening Break-In Leads to Arrest of Berea Man
According to a citation filed by Berea Police on Sunday, officers responded to a complaint in regards to a man attempting to bust through the window of a Berea residence. The citation states that the victim was woken up by noise coming from her backyard and went to investigate when she allegedly saw a man […]
Berea Man Arrested in His Underwear at Animal Shelter After Allegedly Fighting with Invisible Foe
According to a citation filed by the Madison County Sheriff Department, police responded to a call on Monday at the Madison County Animal Shelter where a man was reportedly in his underwear throwing things at passing motorists. Upon arrival to the scene, the report states that Aaron Noland was screaming at someone who was not […]
5 Arrests Made at Laurel County Judicial Center on Charges of Public Intoxication
According to a Facebook post from the Laurel County Sheriff’s Office, 5 individuals were arrested at the Laurel County Judicial Center on Monday all on unrelated charges of Public Intoxication of Controlled Substances. Tori Shay McFadden, 22, of London – Arrested in the Laurel District Courtroom charged with Public Intoxication of Controlled Substances after admitting […]
Preparing for a 4th Cookout Goes Wrong as Woman Allegedly Slips Multiple Steaks into Purse
In a report filed by the Richmond Police Department, a woman allegedly stole several ribeye steaks from Meijer in Richmond by concealing them in a purse that had also been stolen from the store. The citation states that Bande Gilbert was seen by Meijer Loss Prevention slipping several ribeye steaks into her purse and made […]
Man Returns From Vacation to Find Alleged Trespasser Occupying Home
According to a report filed by the Berea Police Department, a woman allegedly broke into a residence and barricaded herself inside of a bedroom while armed with a knife. The report states that the homeowner had just returned from a week long vacation when he noticed the front door had been barricaded from the inside. […]
A Move from Berea Leads to Alleged Theft of Firearm
According to a report filed by Kentucky State Police, A berea woman hired a moving company to assist with her move on June 19th, which led to the alleged theft of a 20 gauge shotgun from her residence. The shotgun was reportedly located inside a gun cabinet, which the victim instructed the movers to leave […]
Irvine firefighter charged with misappropriation of funds and official misconduct
An Irvine firefighter was accused of purchasing a personal vehicle under a fire department’s name on Monday, among other charges. The employee in question has been suspended from all duties in the City of Irvine. According to a complaint warrant, 27-year-old Christopher Neal arranged to purchase a vehicle for the Irvine Fire Department while employed […]
Happy Pride Month! Check out these personal stories
In light of Pride Month this June, WBONTV spoke to a few people from the LGBTQ community regarding their experiences, and what this month means to them. One of the interviewees, Wylie Caudill, said “There’s no pressure to come out during this month, but just know that pride is about knowing that you are allowed […]
A Nap in the Car Leads to the Arrest of Berea Man
Yesterday morning, Berea police made an arrest after responding to a call in reference to a white male possibly sleeping in his car with the doors open at Walmart. According to reports, officers made contact with 45 year old Barry Scott Roberts, having to nudge him to wake him up. After police ran Roberts through […]
Arrest of Alleged Shoplifter Leads to Violent Altercation at Richmond Belk
According to a citation filed by the Richmond Police Department, 27yr old Andrea Patterson was recently detained for robbery (2nd degree) and criminal mischief (2nd degree) at the Belk in Richmond. Patterson had reportedly stolen $500 – $1000 of merchandise and stashed the items inside a large empty purse she had brought into the store. […]
Kentucky River Foothills Awarded $200,000 Federal Opioid Planning Grant
According to a press release from the Kentucky River Foothills Development Council, they were recently awarded a $200,000 one-year grant from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HRSA) to implement and sustain Opioid Use Disorder (OUD) prevention, treatment, and recovery services. HRSA awarded a total of $24,000,000 to 120 Rural Communities Opioid Response […]
Laurel County man arrested over false report involving being held at gunpoint
According to the Laurel County Sheriff’s Office, a man called in a report on Tuesday claiming an individual was being held at gunpoint. Reportedly, upon arrival at the scene, deputies contacted the complainant and determined that the incident did not happen. The report was determined false and Jared W. McQueen was charged with falsely reporting […]
Warrant for man involved in narcotic trafficking leads to double arrest
According to two reports filed by the Richmond Police Department, a warrant for an unidentified man involving narcotic trafficking led to the arrest of two Richmond residents. According to the citation, 20 grams of Methamphetamine, 6.5 grams of Heroin, drug paraphernalia and a handgun were all obtained during the search of the apartment of Levon […]
Man allegedly assaults paramedic, suspect at large
**UPDATE** Chad Michael Howell has been arrested and lodged at the Scott County Detention Center. At approx. 1pm today, Howell was located in the area of Paris Pike and arrested without incident. Deputies located Howell based on phone calls from multiple citizens who saw a man walking who matched the description. ORIGINAL STORY: The Scott County […]
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