Wilgreen Lake Locals Weigh in on Potential for Dock to Never Reopen: Multiple Interviews
Over the weekend, Wbontv went out to Wilgreen lake to catch the end of one of the many fishing tournaments that are held there. After the popular story from the county talking about the loss of funding to the dock, which has been closed for quite some time, the locals responded with their stories of […]
Afternoon Headlines: Former Richmond Firefighter Indicted on 14 Counts of Incest, Brookelyn Farthing 5 Years, Slade Opening, Clark Co. Firefighter Training
Afternoon Headlines Friday 6/22/18: Former Richmond Firefighter Indicted on 14 Counts of Incest, Brookelyn Farthing 5 Years, Slade Opening, Clark Co. Firefighter Training
Petting Zoo at the Richmond and Berea Public Libraries
The Madison County Public library hosted a petting zoo for the opportunity to pet and feed a variety of animals outside the Library! Owsley Fork Farm will be bringing miniature goats, sheep, and llamas for a day of fun. The next petting zoo will be in Berea from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM.
Can You Dig It? EKU Works Archeological Site in Jackson County
WBONtv was in Daniel boone national forest to check out an archeological dig site in Jackson county, where EKU students have been working to excavate artifacts that had been hidden away in Sandgap for thousands of years. Watch the story for the up close looks at some of the ancient items that were dug […]
EKU Band Will March On
After being announced as suspended much to the dismay of many musical colonels, the eastern Kentucky University Marching Band has announced that they are making a comeback. The Marching colonels put out a call, stating that the free elective class needs enrollment, regardless of major, now that it will be returning in 2018. High school […]
Gotham’s Knight makes a stop in Richmond
Batman left his city of crime to spread hope and awareness for children in need. The famous bat mobile could be seen in the First Christian Church parking lot today along with a crowd of kids and adults to get their picture taken with the caped crusader. The Madison County public library helped fund the […]
Lions Club of Richmond Explains Significance of Flag Day
If you aren’t aware, today, June 14th, is Flag Day. The Lion’s club of Richmond puts up flags all around town six times a year, including today. The flags, which can be seen prominently at the courthouse among other areas, are sponsored by both businesses and private parties. They explain how this is one of […]
Playthink Festival Kicks off Tomorrow in Berea with Over 1400 Expected to Attend
The seventh annual Playthink Festival kicks off tomorrow in Berea. Don’t know what Playthink is? It is a weekend-long festival that features not just live music, but nearly 30 vendors as well as tons of activities for the entire family. Wbontv went down to the site in the heart of Berea’s mountains at homegrown hideaways […]
The Future of the Dock at Wilgreen Lake in Madison County Floats in the Balance
Now that the summer months are in full swing, you may have recently visited a bit of a hidden gem in Madison County: Wilgreen Lake. However, the dock there was deemed unsafe to walk on and has been closed for quite some time. The small lake is still open for business however, and the boat […]
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 […]
Tickets Still on Sale for An Evening of Hope This Friday
Local domestic violence shelter Hope’s Wings has one of their biggest events of the year coming up Friday: called an Evening of Hope. The event takes place at Chenault Vineyards, and will feature live music from Exile and Julie Tussey and of course tons of food. Shelter director Jennifer Lainhart explains that tickets are still […]
Participants Ham it up for the Camera at the Extension Office
After curing and hanging in a barn at the Madison county extension office for 3 months, the dozens of hams were ready to take home. The extension office held the event, in which participants removed the mold and extra spices that had been allowing their hams to cure, after patiently waiting for the multiple month […]
Friday Afternoon Headlines: Flags for Veterans, Federal Charges for Jackson Treasurer, Dollar Tree Burglary, Deadly Hit and Run in Clark Co.
Friday Afternoon Headlines 5/25/18: Flags for Veterans, Federal Charges for Jackson Treasurer, Dollar Tree Burglary, Deadly Hit and Run in Clark Co. Have a wonderful Memorial Day weekend!
Camp Catalpa Ribbon Cutting Kicks off Season
This morning at Camp Catalpa park, the official start to the season began with a ribbon cutting. A good sized crowd gathered for the event to witness the beginning of another spring and summer at the bird sanctuary and park. Director of Recreation/Administration for the Parks & Recreation Department Erin Moore spoke to WBON-TV about […]
Richmond’s Clean Sweep Seeks to Shine Up Downtown Streets
Richmond will no doubt look a little brighter tomorrow, as the 5th year for the Main Street Clean Sweep will be taking place from 12 to 3 pm. Coordinator of the event Rose Rex says she is so proud of the outpouring of support, as the event grows with each passing year. She says that […]
Controlled Burn on EKU’s Campus For Public Safety Day
There was a fire blazing on EKU’s campus today…but no need to be alarmed! City of Richmond Kentucky Fire Department tells WBONTV the importance of these exercises for Public Safety Day! Firefighter Corey Lewis explains that this was to show how important sprinkler systems are with a side by side demonstration of rooms with and […]
Model Students Plan Walkout Today: Interviews
Today for multiple hours, students of Model Laboratory School planned a walk-out in protest of SB 151. We spoke to 2 of the seniors who said it was their idea to get this all together, and they did so because they are so touched by their teachers. The boys explained that as it is such […]
Changes to this Weekend’s Easter Eggstravaganza
Due to wet field conditions, Richmond parks and recreation have moved the location of this Saturday’s Easter Eggstravaganza. The egg hunts and activities will now be in the parking lot of the Adult Softball Complex at Lake Reba. One egg hunt and activities will be near field B for ages up to 2, and adjacent […]
This Week in History: Selma Civil Rights March
This week in history marks a very important step in the Civil Rights Movement. In March of 1965 in the state of Alabama the historic march from Selma to Montgomery began. Led by Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King Junior over 600 individuals began their 54 mile trek to Montgomery. This march was in an attempt […]
Bet You Didn’t Know All These Ides of March Facts!
Yesterday was Pi day, and today is the Ides of March. Do you know the meaning of the Ides of March? It goes back to the Roman calendar, and was known as the day for settling debts in ancient rome. In 44 BC, the date in the middle of the month became infamous as it […]
Tourism Excited Over Economic Engine Award
Madison county was handed a huge award Monday at the legislative luncheon on EKU’s campus, for contributing to a huge $14.5 billion in revenue to the area. The Economic Engine award, from the Kentucky Travel Industry Association, was given to Madison County due to its economic contribution to the overall region. The association recognized the […]
Senator Jared Carpenter Covers Legislative Luncheon Highlights
Today on EKU’s campus, the Richmond Chamber of Commerce held the Legislative Luncheon, in which multiple Kentucky lawmakers spoke to the crowd of elected officials, business owners, and citizens with an update from Frankfort. Pension reform was discussed at length by all those that took to the podium, as well as school safety following the […]
Bet you didn’t know all this history about Madison County!
Watch the video to get all the information about the history of Madison County, KY and the events and people our area is known for in honor of President’s Day today!
Brrr! Richmond Police Department Takes the Polar Plunge
This Saturday, the Polar Plunge took place in Lexington, in which participants can get teams together to raise funds for the Special Olympics. A crowd braved the rain to jump in the freezing cold pool for the good cause. WBON-TV’s Lance Gaither watched Chief James Ebert from RPD take the plunge into the icy water, […]
Chili Out! Annual Chili Cook Off for Richmond Senior Citizens Center
Today at Central Bank on Main Street in Richmond, the Annual Valentine’s Chili Cook off to benefit the Richmond Senior Center took place. While WBON-TV was there, over 60 people showed up to get a bowl of chili to help fund the Senior Center, which not only provides activities for senior citizens but delivers meals […]
