Fall Market at the Richmond Mall this Weekend!
This weekend, be sure to check out tons of local vendors who will be set up at the Richmond Mall! The annual Fall Market will have booths set up in addition to all your favorite local stores. Mall manager Lydia Bowman spoke with WBONtv, and explained that this is a great opportunity for local vendors […]
If you Dough-NOT Know Berea’s Newest Secret: We Spill the Milk!
It has been a bit of a social media conundrum for weeks now..but WBON-TV went to the new Hole and Corner Donuts ahead of their opening today to get all the details… as well as taste test of course! Check out Berea’s newest pop-up shop and secret that is now out of as […]
Congressman Andy Barr FULL Interview
Congressman Andy Barr stopped by the coyote studio for a interview with Bill Clary. He talked his eventual plans for his re-election and filled Bill in on his perspective on what’s going on in Washington.
City Commissioner Jason Morgan Weighs in on Empty Storefronts
Continuing with the series regarding growth downtown and the current empty storefronts, City Commissioner Jason Morgan explains the news from city hall, and says that there are options to continue to bring businesses to Main Street. Morgan says he supports draws such as tax incentives and kickbacks in order to get downtown booming, and says […]
Candidate Withdraws, Judge Taylor Could Run Unopposed For County Judge
The Democratic candidate for County Judge that was set to run against current Judge/Executive Reagan Taylor has announced that he will not be seeking to run for the November election. Aubrey Maffett will no longer appear on the ballot, as he withdrew his candidacy before the ballot certifications. Incumbent Judge Taylor will now run […]
Empty Storefronts in Downtown Richmond Addressed by Chamber of Commerce
If you have taken a stroll downtown recently, you no doubt have noticed the handful of seemingly empty storefronts and businesses on Main Street and surrounding areas. WBONTV wanted to get the scoop on what is going on downtown, as it seems a little dismal from the outside looking in at the moment. However, we […]
Contract Between Little League and City of Richmond Explained
If you are interested in the contract between the City and Little League for the ball fields, WBONtv acquired a copy of the contract. Here are some of the highlights: Respective Rights and Obligations of the Parties. The City shall: -prep the fields -Determine when weather or field conditions are such that games […]
‘Hop’ on the Bandwagon to get all the Details on Hops and Vine Fest this Weekend: We Got You!
The 6th Annual Hops and Vine Festival takes place this Saturday, July 21st on South Second Street and in the Apollo Pizza parking lot. Don’t know Hops and Vine? ‘Hop’ on the bandwagon and watch the video with founder and owner of Apollo Pizza Wes Browne, who gave us all the details of the […]
Rising From the Ashes: Fundraiser at Pally’s this Weekend for Burned-Down BBH Bar
Two local Richmond mainstays are coming together, after an unfortunate total loss to a Big Hill staple. Pally’s in Richmond on Water Street will be hosting a fundraiser in order to help get the doors of Bluegrass Barrel House back open for business, following an early morning fire last week. The bar was declared a […]
State Representative Wesley Morgan Files Defamation Suit After Primary Loss Against Frazier
State representative C. Wesley Morgan has filed a lawsuit against his opponent that beat him out in the may primary for his seat, claiming defamation of character. Morgan alleges that Dr. Deanna Frazier, who won the republican primary for the Frankfort house seat that represents a good portion of Madison county, falsely accused him of […]
Contents of Richmond Applebee’s to be Auctioned off Monday
Banks ‘Battle it Out’ To Benefit Local Food Pantries
One bank helps another: Nearly all the local bank branches in Richmond and Berea are battling it out this month: for a good cause, of course. The battle of the banks continues through the month of June, and in this second year, the financial institutions seek to see who can gather up the most food […]
50 Locations in Madison County Serve Summer Meals
School’s officially out for the summer, and you may not be aware that there are over 50 stations county-wide here in Madison county that offer breakfasts, lunches, and dinners to those that need it. WBON-TV went down to Madison Central High school to catch some of these lunches getting prepared, which are provided by federal […]
Afternoon Headlines: Explosion Update, Lincoln Co. Sex Charges, Powell Chase, Missing Peacock
Watch the 5/30/18 Afternoon Headlines: Explosion Update, Lincoln Co. Sex Charges, Powell Chase, Missing Peacock
Election 2018 Two Minute Sitdowns: KY House District District 81 Representative Wesley Morgan
Former Secret Service, ATF officer, and current business owner Wesley Morgan is seeking re-election for his KY House Representative seat for Madison County. The Republican incumbent came in for a two minute sitdown ahead of the primary and told us about his upbringing in the family liquor business, as well as his experiences after college. […]
Election 2018 Two Minute Sitdowns: KY House District 73 Candidate Rory Houlihan
Rory Houlihan says he was recommended to make the run for Kentucky House District 73 on the Democratic ticket as he believes there needs to be change in Frankfort. Houlihan explains that he has worked in retail for years, and this gives him a distinct advantage as he knows a lot about business on both […]
2nd Round of Eviction Notices Delivered at the Hines Motel Today
This morning at the Hines Motel property in Richmond, state, county, and local police were all on scene to deliver another eviction notice, as the tenants still remain on property. This is following the eviction notice from last month, by the attorney of the school board, which had purchased the property back in March. We […]
Living History Days at Battlefield Memorial Park Today
Today and yesterday, students totaling nearly 1,000 in number from five different counties came to Richmond to get some hands on history experience!
New Threatening Phone Scam to be Aware of
After the recent releases from the Better Business Bureau of Central Kentucky as well as local law enforcement, there have been a plethora of phone scams in the area reported. Most recently, a viewer came up to the station to play a threatening message which says he is facing criminal charges as there were 4 […]
Election 2018 Two Minute Sitdowns: Magistrate District 2 Candidate Shane O’Donley
Republican Shane Patrick O’Donley was appointed by Governor Fletcher in Frankfort to work in the Office of Health Policies, and he now works for UK Healthcare. O’Donley says it is this commitment to healthcare as well as his family and neighbors in the northern part of Madison County that made him want to take the […]
Election 2018 Two Minute Sitdowns: 81st District Representative Candidate Morgan Eaves
Although she may be running unopposed until November, Morgan Eaves says she has been hitting the campaign trail hard, as she has had it in her mind to run for the Kentucky House on the Democratic ticket for quite some time. Her time as a commissioner for the City of Richmond has taught her a […]
Kentucky jobless rate falls to 4 percent, lowest level in 42 years
By MARK MAYNARD, Kentucky Today FRANKFORT, Ky. (KT) – Kentucky’s jobless rate has fallen to its lowest level since the the Bureau of Labor Statistics started collecting employment data 42 years ago. The unemployment rate fell to 4 percent in March, down from 4.1 percent in February, according to the Kentucky Education and Workforce Development […]
Park Community Bank Gives Sweet Ride to Habitat For Humanity
Habitat for Humanity now has a sweet new ride: thanks to Park Community Credit Union. WBON-TV was there to see the keys for a 2017 Chevy Truck handed off for the generous donation, which will be used to help those at the non-profit here in Richmond build homes for those in need.
Richmond Child Care Center Closing its Doors For Good
Effective on the 27th of this month, the Richmond Childcare Center on Duncannon will be closing its doors…permanently. Kentucky River Foothills Development Council, the parent non-profit, issued a letter to all parents, stating lack of funds as the reason for the closing. WBON-TV visited the site, and spoke to Director of Public Relations and Projects […]
Election 2018 Two Minute Sitdowns: Richmond City Commission Candidate Devon Rosenblatt
Transplant to Madison County Devon Rosenblatt may not have been here all of his life, but in the few years he has been in Richmond, he made it a point to get very involved in his community. Rosenblatt owns and operates downtown restaurant The Kitchen, and has been at the helm of his business for […]
