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 […]
Non Conference Schedule announced for EKU Men’s Hoops
Eastern Kentucky University’s men’s basketball non-conference schedule will include two games against teams that played in last season’s NCAA Tournament, three games against NIT squads and a game against the CBI Tournament champion. The Colonels’ 11 non-conference contests against NCAA Division I competition include nine games against opponents who had a winning record and won […]
EKU Women’s Volleyball ready for Conference Play
Eastern Kentucky University’s volleyball team will start Atlantic Sun Conference play with a road match at Bellarmine University on Friday before hosting Florida Gulf Coast University on Sunday. Friday’s match in Louisville will begin at 6 p.m. ET. Sunday’s contest at the Olympic Sports Training Center on the EKU campus will start at 12 p.m. […]
Daniel Boone Elementary Counselor Honored with Award
Erin Muse, counselor at Daniel Boone Elementary, has been recognized with the CED 450 Cooperating Teacher of the Year Award, presented by Eastern Kentucky University (EKU). This honor celebrates exceptional mentorship and dedication to shaping future educators. Muse was nominated by her student teacher in recognition of her outstanding guidance, support, and leadership. Before stepping into her […]
Madison Southern placed on lockdown earlier today as Berea Police investigate threat
This morning, just before noon, the Berea Police Department was made aware of a threat concern at Madison Southern High School. Immediately after the call both Madison Southern and Foley Middle School were placed on lockdown, following the school procedures. Along with other surrounding agencies, the Berea Police Department along with Madison County Schools Staff […]
Waco Teacher Pens First Children’s Book
A local Madison County Schools teacher has published her first children’s book. Kristie Turner, a reading interventionist at Waco Elementary, recently released the heartfelt story inspired by her experiences in the classroom. Turner said the inspiration came while reflecting on the work she and her colleagues do every day. “As I searched through books, poems, and […]
Looking back at the 2024-25 Educators of the Month Winners
WBON-TV, in partnership with Forcht Bank, is proud to look back and recognize the outstanding educators who were named Educator of the Month during the 2024–2025 school year! This past school year, 12 incredible teachers from across Madison County were honored—representing9 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 1 high school, with9 publicand3 privateinstitutions included. Here are our honored […]
Looking back at the fallout of the Madison County 911 fee and where we stand now
By Kelly McKinney richmondindepth@gmail.com Like a well-timed toss of a stick into the spokes of a bicycle wheel, a recent vote by the Richmond City Commission brought the rollout of the new 911 land use fee to a screeching halt. How exactly did a months-long effort to develop a way to fund 911 in Madison […]
Louisville woman wins big with scratch off ticket
A Louisville woman, who wished to remain anonymous, was pleasantly surprised when a $2 Kentucky Lottery Scratch-off ticket turned into a $25,000 win. The woman stopped at the Circle K on Shepherdsville Road in Louisville last month where she purchased one of the Kentucky Lottery’s newest tickets, Wild Cash 20X and scratched it off in the store. […]
Motion to dismiss lawsuit by former MCDC inmate denied by federal judge
By Kelly McKinney/Richmond In-Depth A federal judge has denied a move to dismiss a lawsuit against the Madison County Detention Center and former jailer Steve Tussey. The suit, filed in October 2024 by former MCDC inmate Valentine Frymyer, claims the jail denied her methadone treatment for her opioid use disorder, leading to a stillborn birth. […]
Powell County man arrested following accident
On July 17th around 9:30pm, Deputy Martin of the Powell County Sheriffs Office was dispatched to the area of Brown St. and Campton Rdd in reference to an accident with injuries involving 3 vehicles. Preliminary investigation indicated that a Dodge Ram pickup being driven by the David Slemp of Clay City, had crossed over into […]
Richmond Educator David Johnson Announces Candidacy for State Representative
RICHMOND, KY – David Johnson, a public school teacher and lifelong advocate for working families, has officially announced his candidacy for State Representative in Kentucky’s 91st House District, which includes Estill, Powell, and part of Madison County. A native of Madison County, Johnson’s story is deeply rooted in Kentucky values and public service. His father […]
Safety Training Funding Awarded to City of Richmond
A 2025 Workers’ Compensation Safety Grant from the Kentucky League of Cities (KLC) was presented to the City of Richmond on Monday. The money will help the city purchase programs and products that help keep employees safe and city officials applied for the funding to pay for safety training. “We at the City of Richmond […]
Madison County coroner identifies Richmond woman in fatal Berea collision
A two vehicle accident this morning in Berea has resulted in the death of 27-year-old Victoria McQueary. The accident occurred at the intersection of Richmond Road and the Berea Bypass. The area was shutdown due to the crash around 9 am. McQueary, age 27 of Richmond passed away due to blunt force trauma sustained in […]
Daycare employee in Richmond arrested for child abuse
A worker at a Richmond child care center, A Step Ahead Daycare, has been arrested and is facing multiple child abuse charges. According to arrest citations, 25-year-old Elizabeth Thomas was interviewed by Richmond Police on April 4th regarding allegations of misconduct. During the interview, the citation states that Thomas admitted to frequently losing her temper […]
One confirmed dead following fire in Richmond last night
A Sunday evening fire has left one dead in Richmond. Around 8:50 last night Madison County Coroner Jimmy Cornelison responded to a call to a structure fire at Barnes mill road and Willis Branch Road in Richmond. At the scene 69 year old Gregory Lee Brackney was pronounced deceased. The body was sent for an […]
Berea traffic stop leads to arrest
Last week, on April second, the berea Police Department street crimes unit conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle in the area of KY 1016. The stop produced one arrest with criminal charges and the serving of two arrest warrants. Approximately 13 grams of suspected Methamphetamine, 20 suspected Gabapentin pills, approximately 3.9 grams of Marijuana, […]
10th Planet Richmond Dominates at Fuji BJJ Ohio State Championships
The Fuji BJJ Ohio State Championships took place this past Saturday in Cincinnati, with 10th Planet Richmond making an outstanding impression on the mats. The team claimed the Best Kids Team Award, earning a remarkable 2,940 points—a commanding 8 790-point lead over the second-place team. Overall, 10th Planet Richmond won runner up Best Academy combining […]
Richmond Courthouse renovations nearing completion
Header photo courtesy of Madison County KY Facebook page, taken by Wm Grise. By Kelly McKinney Richmond In-Depth The first major renovation of the Madison County Courthouse since 1965 will soon be completed. The $17 million project included updating the building to strictly serve judicial functions, adding an extension that includes a carport, and adding […]
Two men arrested for sexual assault of a juvenile
The Madison County Sheriff’s Office received a call to assist the DCBS better known as the Department for Community Based Services on January 16, 2025. Deputy Ben Tipton and Sergeant Donovan Nolan responded with DCBS to a possible sexual assault of a juvenile. The initial investigation led to the case being reassigned to Sergeant Paul […]
Former Estill County Pastor found guilty of rape
A former pastor has been found guilty of sexually assaulting a child more than 40 years ago in Estill County. Attorney General Coleman announced that a jury convicted 60-year-old Samuel McKinney of first-degree rape against a child under 12. The victim, now 50 years old, reported the abuse in 2023 after learning McKinney was a […]
Local Homeschool Basketball Teams Wrap Up 2024-25 Seasons
As the 2024-25 basketball season comes to a close, local homeschool teams reflect on their hard work, challenges, and achievements on the court. The Richmond Guardians boys’ basketball team finished the season with a 4-16 record. Despite the tough season, standout player Steven Morrison led the team with an impressive 14 points per game. Max […]
Parents Demand Berea Superintendent Resignation
Story by guest columnist Andy McDonald In an emotionally charged Berea Independent School Board meeting Monday, parents and teachers expressed outrage at a $1.3 million budget shortfall that has resulted in the dismissal of several staffers and instructors. Overall, the district has identified 34 staff, administration and faculty positions that will be either phased out […]
