EKU Women’s Basketball Team upsets top seeded Utah in first round of WBIT
The historic season continues for Eastern Kentucky University women’s basketball, the Colonels upset No. 1 seed Utah, 72-58, in the first round of the 2026 Women’s Basketball Invitational Tournament (WBIT) on Thursday night inside Baptist Health Arena. With the win, the Colonels improve to 25-8 overall, setting a program record for victories in a single […]
Irvine Hospital presents a new AED for Estill County Citizens
Mercy Health — Marcum and Wallace Hospital proudly presented a new Automated External Defibrillator (AED) to the community, made possible by the Irvine Lodge #137 F&AM and Irvine Chapter #357 OES. Meghan Mills, director of community health, welcomed attendees, saying, “We are so grateful to our community partners for helping us bring life-saving resources to […]
‘When I saw those three zeros, I froze:’ Kentucky Woman’s Grocery Trip Leads to $500,000 Scratch-off Win
A Hopkinsville, Ky. woman’s stop for groceries turned into a life-changing moment when she won $500,000 on a $20 Kentucky Lottery Hot Money Multiplier Scratch-off ticket. The winner, who has chosen to remain anonymous, says she is still trying to process the shock of the experience. The win happened after she decided, at the last moment, […]
2026 EKU Football Schedule Released: Key Dates & Matchups
RICHMOND, Ky. – The EKU football team released the dates for the 2026 season with some familiar names on the schedule. The six non-conference games were added in with the six conference matchups that were announced in December as the Colonels enter their first season in a new conference. EKU will have five home games, including […]
Waco Elementary Student Wins “Be a Children’s Champion” Art Contest
A Waco Elementary student is being recognized for both her creativity and her positive spirit after winning the “Be a Children’s Champion” art contest. This initiative highlights the community’s commitment to nurturing and supporting its youngest residents. Fourth-grade student Leighton Foley earned the top honor this year with her imaginative design and slogan, “Be over the moon kind.” For Leighton, […]
Another State Championship for local Volleyball team
Story by J.T. Elliott, Ed.D. Photo courtesy of Ashley Barnett The most successful sports coach of all time, UCLA’s John Wooden, once said, “Winning takes talent; to repeat takes character.” The girls’ volleyball team at Madison Christian Academy (MCA) proved that truth this past weekend in Elizabethtown, repeating as Kentucky Christian Schools Athletic Association (KCSAA) […]
Madison County School Nurses become Project ADAM Site Champions.
The school nurses of Madison county board of education celebrated becoming Project ADAM Site Champions. The acronym ADAM stands for Automated Defibrillators for Adams Memory. This program aims to prevent sudden cardiac arrest in children and teens through education and life-saving. Every school in the district is now a Project ADAM Heart Safe School. This means they […]
AI gives us options on what to do with the 44th District Tournament Draw
Every year, this topic comes up like clockwork. Former players text about it, longtime locals debate it over coffee, and if you’re new to the area, you’re probably wondering what everyone’s talking about. The 44th District basketball tournament is one of the last in Kentucky that still uses a random draw instead of seeding teams […]
Madison County woman who was found outside her apartment yesterday identified by Coroner
The body of the Madison County woman that was found dead in a Richmond parking lot has been identified by County Coroner Jimmy Cornelison. 69-year old Brenda Duerson was discovered deceased early Monday morning in the parking lot of Pebblecreek Crossing Elderly Apartments in Richmond. An autopsy is expected to be performed on Wednesday according […]
One Win from the Top: MCA JV Boys Finish State Runner Up
The Madison Christian Academy (MCA) Junior Varsity boys basketball team earned a state runner up finish in the Kentucky Christian Schools Athletic Association tournament held in Elizabethtown on Friday, January 23. The team competed in the Division II bracket based on the overall age of the teams participating. Over the course of the day, the […]
Latest Madison County Sports Hall of Fame Induction class to include two former NFL players and State Champion Basketball team
Nine individuals and three special teams have been selected for enshrinement into the 2026 Class of the MadisonCounty Sports Hall of Fame during the induction dinner that will be held at 5 p.m. on May 16th in the EKU PerkinsBuilding. Lee Anne Browder, the new chairman of the MCSHoF Executive Board, announced the names of […]
EKU Men’s Basketball looks for third straight win
The Eastern Kentucky University men’s basketball team will play at Austin Peay tonight before hosting in-state conference rival Bellarmine University on Saturday currently riding a two game winning streak. The game tonight will begin at 8 p.m. ET. Saturday’s contest is scheduled for 7 p.m. ET. Both games will air live on ESPN+. The live audio […]
Kentucky State Police Investigates Fatal House Fire in Jackson County
Just before midnight on December 23, 2025, Kentucky State Police, Post 7 in Richmond, received a request from the Jackson County Sheriff’s Department for investigative assistance regarding a fatal house fire on Upper Dry Fork Road in McKee. Kentucky State Police troopers and detectives, along with the Jackson County Coroner, responded to the scene. The […]
Richmond Elite Martial Arts Celebrates Students Earning Black Belts
Richmond Elite Martial Arts proudly announces that several students have successfully earned their Black Belts following a rigorous and comprehensive Black Belt testing held recently at the academy. The Black Belt test challenged students both physically and mentally, evaluating their technique, conditioning, self-defense skills, discipline, and perseverance. Candidates trained for months in preparation, demonstrating not […]
Twice the Glory! MCA Middle School Teams Win KCSAA State Championships
The KCSAA Middle School State Tournament, held December 13 at the Rocky Hollow Recreation Center in Somerset, Kentucky, proved to be a memorable and historic day for Madison Christian Academy, as both the Lady Knights volleyball team and the Knights basketball team captured state championships. The Lady Knights middle school volleyball team delivered an outstanding […]
Freihofer leads the way for EKU Women’s Hoops
The Eastern Kentucky University women’s basketball team was firing on all cylinders Wednesday night, putting together a complete performance to defeat Evansville, 83-60, inside Baptist Health Arena. The Colonels took control early, scoring 34 points in the first quarter, the fourth-most in a single quarter in program history and second-most against a DI opponent. EKU (2-1) bounced […]
Local man charged with Rape, Sexual Abuse of a minor
According to an arrest warrant obtained by WBONTV, a Madison County man has been charged with first-degree rape and first-degree sexual abuse of a minor. The warrant states that 35-year-old Jordan Lothridge was arrested by the Madison County Sheriff’s Department yesterday, November 12th following an investigation by the Kentucky Department for Community-Based Services into “a […]
Statement from the Madison County Detention Center regarding the death of an inmate
In a statement sent out this morning from the Madison County Detention Center, current appointed Jailer, Larry Brock, wants to set the record straight about the death of an inmate. The statement reads below. Recently a lawsuit was filed in connection with the death of Johnathan Mansfield at the Madison County Detention Center. The ensuing […]
Reagan Taylor Announces Campaign for Fourth Term, Pledging to keep building “One Madison County”
Richmond, KY – Madison County Judge Executive Reagan Taylor announced today that he will seek a fourth term in office, reaffirming his commitment to continue building One Madison County — a community rooted in progress, and doing what is right for its people, even when it’s not the easy or popular path. Since taking oice […]
Madison County Sheriff’s Office Responds to Domestic Dispute call in Berea
Berea, KY — October 20, 2025: At approximately 5:00 a.m. on Monday October 20th, the Madison County Sheriff’s Office responded to a report of a possible domestic situation on Newport Lane in Berea. According to the Sheriff’s Office, the initial investigation revealed that 45-year-old Johnathan Payne of Richmond was hiding outside the residence. When his […]
Daniel Boone Elementary celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month
Daniel Boone Elementary recently hosted a vibrant and memorable Hispanic Heritage Celebration that brought students, families, and community members together in honor of Hispanic Heritage Month. The event was filled with energy and culture — from salsa and line dancing to Hispanic Heritage bingo and stunning art displays created by Daniel Boone students. A highlight […]
Eastern Kentucky University ready to celebrate Homecoming
Eastern Kentucky University (EKU) is set to kickoff Homecoming weekend Oct. 24-25, bringing students, alumni, faculty, staff and the Richmond community together for celebration and tradition. Events include the annual parade, the block party and the much-anticipated football game. “We’re excited to welcome our entire Colonel Family to campus for Homecoming weekend,” said EKU President […]
EKU VP & Director of Athletics, Kyle Moats Appointed to FCS Oversight Committee
Eastern Kentucky University Vice President and Director of Athletics, Kyle Moats has been appointed to the NCAA Division I Football Championship (FCS) Oversight Committee. As a member of the committee, Moats will serve as the United Athletic Conference’s representative, with a total of 18 members including a representative from each FCS conference making up the […]
EKU Men’s Hoops set to host another Late Night with the Colonels at Dillingham Park
Late Night With The Colonels, the third annual collaboration between the Eastern Kentucky University men’s basketball team and the city of Richmond will be held from 6 to 9 p.m. on Oct. 16 at Dillingham Park. Fans will be able to get their first look at the 2025-26 team. There will be a dunk contest, […]
Berea Mayor Bruce Fraley Elected as Vice President of Kentucky League of Cities
The Kentucky League of Cities (KLC) elected Berea Mayor Bruce Fraley as its first vice president at the 2025 KLC Conference & Expo in Owensboro on Tuesday. Mayor Fraley is in his second term as mayor. He previously served on the Berea City Council from January 2017 through December 2018. “It is an honor and […]
