MCSO seeking identity of suspects involved in Moberly area theft
The Madison County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s assistance in identifying individuals they say are involved in a recent theft at an area gas station. The three parties are suspects in a recent theft which reportedly occurred at Amoco Gas Station in Moberly, also known as Doughdaddy’s. Anyone with information is asked to […]
Owsley County added to FEMA qualified areas for assistance today
Another eastern Kentucky County has now been approved for FEMA assistance. Owsley County has now been added to the list of significantly impacted areas. Individuals and households in Owsley County can apply for FEMA Individual Assistance, which may include temporary housing assistance, basic home repairs and certain other uninsured disaster-related needs. This county joins Breathitt, […]
Hunt for Hops n’ Vines thief intensifies, new photos released by RPD
The Hops and Vines festival in downtown Richmond is a great event that raises lots of money for the local Humane Society, but this past Saturday night ,a man robbed the event of over $3000 in cash by fleeing with a money tray. Although none are crystal clear, some show details not visible in the […]
City of Berea earmarks $423,000 for milling and paving
The Berea City Council unanimously voted to accept a bid to mill and resurface city streets, setting the stage for road repairs in several areas around town. Public Works Committee Chair Jerry Little reported the city received one bid from the Allen Company for street resurfacing for $423,944. The council voted unanimously to accept the […]
Inmate that walked away in Madison County apprehended today
The man that Kentucky State Police have been seeking who walked away from the Bluegrass Career and Development Center in Madison County, on July 31, 2022 has now been apprehended. The man that was at large, Billy R. Lowe, 43 years of age was arrested earlier today around 3:30pm by The Kentucky State Police, Harlan Post in Knox County. Lowe […]
KSP “meet the recruiter” event coming up in Nicholasville
Kentucky State Police will be hosting a “Meet the Recruiter” event at Elite Fitness in Nicholasville, KY on August 9, 2022 from 12:00 p.m.to 3:00 p.m. Trooper Derrick Combs of the Kentucky State Police Recruitment Branch will be available to answer questions and provide information about the application process, what it takes to be a Trooper and what […]
EKU provides free funds to aid students impacted by east KY flooding
If you know an EKU student that was impacted by the recent floods, this is very important information. With just 13 days before the start of classes at Eastern Kentucky University (EKU), the recent devastating flooding in Eastern Kentucky has greatly impacted many students who would otherwise be preparing for their return to campus. To […]
How to help fellow Kentuckians in eastern counties
There are many ways to help flood survivors in Eastern Kentucky. Here are some of the organizations providing support to people who experienced loss from the recent flooding. Governor Andy Beshear has established the Team Eastern Kentucky Flood Relief Fund to assist those impacted by the flooding. All donations to Team Eastern Kentucky Flood Relief Fund are tax-deductible and […]
Berea College’s Justin Skeens wins three Emmys
Berea College Director of Digital Storytelling Justin Skeens won three Emmy Awards during last week’s 58th Annual Ohio Valley Regional ceremony in Columbus, Ohio. Skeens won in all three categories for which he was nominated. Two of those Emmys were for his video titled “A Craft Story: Emerson,” which won in both the Diversity/Equity/Inclusion–Short Form or […]
Plot Twist! Public Intoxication Charge Results In Fleeing And Evading Police Charge
A Richmond Man was charged with Public Intoxication and Fleeing Police. Bryan Beagel was found by Richmond Police officers early Monday morning stumbling around in the roadway on Commercial Drive. Officers stopped their vehicles behind Beagel and asked him to approach them multiple times. Beagel kept walking and then began to run from police. In […]
KSP Richmond post publishes new checkpoint locations
Here are the scheduled checkpoint locations upcoming for the post 7 area. Traffic Safety Checkpoints for Boyle County Old US 127 at Airport Road KY 37 / 4 miles south of Junction City White Oak Rd & Phillips Ln Lebanon Rd & Scrubgrass Rd KY 34 at the Boyle\Garrard line US 68 & Lebanon Rd […]
Winner of 1 million dollar lottery ticket, sold in Richmond, claims prize
An Estill County woman has claimed the $1 million prize from Friday’s Mega Millions drawing, according to Kentucky Lottery officials. The winner of the ticket has opted to remain anonymous, so the press release did not include the name. The winning ticket was purchased from Q Zone 3 off Lexington Road in Richmond.
RPD-Woman wanted, possibly in danger
From the Richmond Police Dept this afternoon, Amy Johnson is missing and possibly endangered. Ms. Johnson was last seen on July 20, 2022, around 9am. She was reported missing by her family on August 1,2022. Ms. Johnson is dependent on medication and could be in danger if she does not receive it. Ms. Johnson was […]
KSP on the lookout for inmate who escaped in Madison County
The Kentucky State Police, Richmond Post is looking for an inmate who walked away from the Bluegrass Career and Development Center, on July 31, 2022. The initial investigation indicates Billy R. Lowe, 43 years of age from Gray, KY, walked away from the facility in Richmond. He is described as being a white male, 6’1″ […]
Inmate dies this morning at Madison Detention Center *UPDATED*
***UPDATE**** Madison County Coroner Jimmy Cornelison tells WBON-TV9 that the autopsy of the inmate has been postponed because of the influx of bodies from eastern Kentucky flooding. The inmate has now been identified as William Randall “Wren” Martin, age 57, from Madison County. Martin had been incarcerated since Thursday, and reportedly had been in poor […]
Atty General Cameron establishes price gouging hotline for east Kentuckians
While tragedies like the recent flooding in eastern Kentucky brings out the best in most people, it also brings out the worst in many. There have been several arrested on looting charges in the flood impacted counties, and some have imposed Curfews. There have also been instances of what people describe as ” price gouging.” […]
FEMA assistance now available for flood ravaged eastern KY
Renters and homeowners of Breathitt, Clay, Knott, Letcher and Perry counties who were affected by the severe storms, flooding and mudslides that began July 26 may apply for FEMA disaster assistance. Homeowners and renters in the designated counties can apply for FEMA assistance online at disasterassistance.gov, by calling 800-621-3362 or by using the FEMA mobile app. If you use a relay […]
Waco man suffers minor injuries in 3 car fatality accident in Rockcastle Co.
Yesterday afternoon, July 30, 2022, around 11:40 PM, the Kentucky State Police, London Post responded to a three-vehicle collision that occurred on KY 461 Lake Cumberland Road in Rockcastle County. This accident resulted in one Fatality. The initial investigation indicates that a 2013 White Hyundai operated by Austin R. Smith, 22 years old of Mount […]
The latest-Death toll at 25, problems mount and more flood watches issued for east KY
The death toll in eastern Kentucky is now officially at 25 people. This includes old and young alike, as four young children all siblings are among the dead. According to official reports and the Governor, there are many, many more unaccounted for and feared lost in a nightmare that may be just beginning for many. […]
Richmond Police need to find this man
Officer Hacker of the Richmond Police Department is hopeful someone in our community recognizes this male or his vehicle regarding a theft investigation which occurred at one of our special events. No other specific details have been released, but if you have any information, please contact Officer Hacker by calling dispatch at 859-624-4776 or email […]
KY Lottery says Richmond, KY has new ‘overnight’ millionaire!
A $1 million winning ticket was sold in Richmond last night, Friday July 29 2022, according to officials from the Kentucky Lottery. Lottery officials say that the ticket matched all five white ball winning numbers, but not the Mega Ball. The Kentucky winner will walk away with the game’s second largest prize of $1 million. […]
K9 unit helps Sheriff with Estill County drug bust, two women now in custody
Estill County Sheriff Chris Flynn reports he responded to the parking lot of a local grocery Stop and Shop just off the Richmond Road in Irvine earlier this Friday afternoon in reference to a possible drug transaction being made. The sheriff’s K9 unit “Ruby” was deployed to conduct a free air sniff around the vehicle […]
21,000 plus expected to be without power for many days in east KY
Many in eastern Kentucky remain without power and Kentucky Power, the electric provider for much of the area says currently there are more than 21,000 customers without power, with the majority of customers in Breathitt, Leslie, Knott, Letcher and Perry counties. Many areas remain inaccessible by the crews, hampering restoration efforts. In many areas, they […]
Federal relief in motion for eastern Kentucky
President Joe Biden declared that a major disaster exists in the Commonwealth of Kentucky and ordered Federal aid to supplement commonwealth and local recovery efforts in the areas affected by severe storms, flooding, landslides, and mudslides. Federal funding is available now to State of Kentucky and eligible local governments and certain private nonprofit organizations on […]
Pan bowl Lake Dam in Breathitt possibly compromised, evacuations of those in flood plain ongoing
Tonight, more concerns stemming from the historic flooding in much of eastern Kentucky. State officials are now evacuating people from homes in the Panbowl Lake and Dam area in Breathitt County that are in the flood plain. As the northfork of the Kentucky River continues to rise officials apparently fear the structural integrity of the […]
