Madison Community Fund and Richmond Rotary Club donate to God’s Outreach
R. David Shew Recently, Jennifer Brubaker with God’s Outreach and the Madison County Food Bank reached out to the Madison County Community Fund, the local arm of The Bluegrass Foundation, and shared that their 25-year-old electric tow mower had run out of steam. The Madison County Community Fund Board came together and authorized $5,000 to […]
Worker killed in industrial accident at Astemo Plant 2 in Berea
A Richmond man was killed Wednesday morning in an industrial accident at Astemo Americas Plant 2 in Berea, just one day after Gov. Andy Beshear visited the city for the announcement of a major expansion of the company’s local operations. The victim has been identified as 33-year-old Bradley Clouse of Richmond. The fatal accident occurred at […]
Weeklong Hellbender Festival kicks off Saturday at Fort Boonesborough
The festival, named after North America’s largest salamander, the “Hellbender” kicks off this Saturday Sept. 5 at Fort Boonesborough State Park. It’s a weeklong event designed to raise awareness and interaction with the Kentucky River and the significance of the Hellbenders, which thrives in clean, healthy waterways. The festival combines education, recreation, art, music, and […]
Free legal services, property taxes decrease slightly
RICHMOND—Ad valorem taxes and an ordinance allowing qualified manufactured homes in single-family residential areas were given first readings during the Commission’s regular meeting last week. But first, a moment of silence was held in memory of six citizens from Madison County who lost their lives in a plane crash on August 27, 2006. Thursday marked […]
The Band Perry Rocks The Vine
R. David Shew Kimberly Perry and husband Johnny Costello put on an electric show Friday night at The Vine in Madison County. The young lady from Greeneville, Tennessee kept thanking Kentucky throughout the show for being so kind to The Band Perry. Originally a country band discovered by Major Bob of Garth Brooks fame, The […]
Interstate rest area closed due to broken water line
The Clark County Rest Area on Interstate 64 Eastbound at mile point 98 is temporarily closed due to a broken water line. The rest area facilities will be closed until further notice. Truck parking at the rest area remains open. District 7 Kentucky Transportation Cabinet includes: Anderson, Bourbon, Boyle, Clark, Fayette, Garrard, Jessamine, Madison, Mercer, […]
Magistrate Botkin breaks with pro-development bloc on zone change
By Aubrey Kimble (The Edge) Although the simultaneous conversion of 1,200 county acres from agriculture to residential and industrial is now complete, one magistrate withdrew his support for at least one zone change out of six, while another magistrate challenged the timing and technical accuracy of one zone change. The discussions took place during the […]
Dolly Parton leaves a legacy of music and philanthropy and lasting mark on Richmond
R. David Shew First, I received a text this afternoon from a friend who told me that Dolly Parton passed away. When I got home, I strolled Facebook and viewed the many quotes from friends, entertainers, and others. Curt ‘Uncle Daddy’ Chapman used a song by Dolly on her 9 to 5 album You Know I […]
McKee Veteran to receive free new roof on Wednesday in honor of service
Owens Corning Roof Deployment Project Gives Back to U.S. Military Veterans Jared Pittsley, a U.S. Army veteran in Jackson County, will receive a new roof tomorrow Wednesday, August 26, from Bone Dry Roofing, an Owens Corning Platinum Roofing Contractor, as part of the Owens Corning Roof Deployment Project. Through a partnership with Purple Heart Homes, Jared Pittsley […]
$225,000 WINNING CASH BALL 225 TICKET SOLD IN LEITCHFIELD
One ticket matched all the winning numbers from last night’s Cash Ball 225 drawing to win $225,000. It is the game’s seventh top-prize ticket sold this year. Sunday, Aug. 23 winning Cash Ball 225 ticket was purchased at Ralph’s Market, 10718 Anneta Rd., Leitchfield, Ky. 42754. The winning numbers are: 08 – 21 – 27 – 30 […]
What’s that smell? Officials probe stink at Exit 77
Many locals have been wondering what’s up with the funky smell that’s been hanging around the North end of town for the past week or more. Now City officials think they have the answer. “I know there’s been a million people asking you about it, but it feels like there’s been a sewer break at […]
Josh Turner Show a Victory for The Vine and Dreamland Entertainment
R. David Shew The lyrics for Josh Turner’s song Long Black Train say “there’s victory in the Lord, I say Victory in the Lord.” Last night at The Vine, it was truly a “VICTORY” for The Vine and Dreamland Entertainment. Josh Turner has been making music for over 20 years, and after his show at The Vine […]
Richmond Woman Charged After Allegedly Driving Wrong Way on I-75
RICHMOND, Ky. — A Richmond woman is facing multiple charges after police say she was driving southbound in the northbound lanes of Interstate 75 early Thursday morning. According to the Richmond Police Department, officers received a call at approximately 3:30 a.m. on August 13 reporting a vehicle traveling the wrong way on I-75. RPD officers responded […]
Transportation Cabinet ISO owners of boat trailers found in Madison County after recent floods
The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet District 7 is seeking the owners of two unclaimed small boat trailers found on state right of way following the June 27 flooding in Madison County. The trailers have been moved to a secure lot where they will remain available to be claimed. Individuals who believe they own either trailer should […]
Carr farm rezoned for industry amidst public outcry
By Aubrey Kimble -The Edge In a standing-room only meeting on Tuesday, County magistrates approved three contentious land-use changes. The focus of much of the Fiscal Court’s first regularly scheduled meeting of the month, the votes were the most recent action on the County Planning Commission’s recommendation to approve a total of six zoning changes. Three […]
Son of killer Guy House arrested after 2-hour standoff with police in Richmond
A domestic violence call in Richmond on Thursday afternoon resulted in a barricade situation and a large police presence on Westover Avenue. Officers first arrived on the scene Thursday around 4:30 to a domestic violence report. Police say 20-year-old Cameron House refused to open the door to police and barricaded himself in the home. After […]
Mysterious wreck in Berea walk-in clinic parking lot
A man in his mid- to late-40s is in stable condition at UK hospital following a wreck at about 9:00 this morning in the parking lot in front of the Berea Walk-in Clinic on Paint Lick Road, according to a first responder on the scene. Berea Police Department Officer Austin Davis told The Edge that […]
All Lanes Blocked on I-64 Eastbound at mile point 105 in Montgomery County
The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet released that all lanes on I-64 eastbound at mile point 105 in Montgomery County are currently blocked due to a stuck wide load CMV in the construction zone. Motorists should use an alternate route and expect delays while crews work to clear the roadway. All work and/or closures are scheduled on […]
Valley View Ferry Captain and Seaman encounter armed man claiming, “People are trying to kill me”
Police responded to an incident involving an armed man today at the Valley View Ferry. According to information posted by ferry personnel, an armed male entered the ferry terminal and informed the crew that he was in fear for his life because people were trying to kill him. Capt. Shane Toomey and Able Seaman Brian […]
Barr to KYTC, ‘No one told me about opposition to airport road project’
Earlier this month, Congressman Andy Barr sent a letter to Gov. Andy Beshear’s top transportation official raising the question of whether her department, along with local elected officials, acted in good faith when making the controversial decision to build a road through a local cattle farm in order to create a more direct route between […]
As Fiscal Court moves to rezone 1,200 farmland acres for development, builders mount united front
FISCAL COURT–On Tuesday, as the Fiscal Court heard the first reading for three out of six recommended zone changes that together will turn 1,200 acres of agricultural land into residential and industrial development, a new voice emerged in support of the industries that will benefit from the measures. Madison County Forward is the united front […]
$50,000 WINNING POWERBALL TICKET SOLD IN KENTUCKY
A $50,000 winning Powerball ticket was sold in Kentucky. The winning ticket was sold online at kylottery.com. The ticket matched four white balls and the Powerball. Saturday, July 25’s winning Powerball numbers were: 3 – 4 – 24 – 36 – 47 with a Powerball of 17. The Kentucky Lottery advises winners to sign the back of […]
New Berea College Visitor Center opens August 3, bringing the “Berea Story” to Life
Beginning Aug. 3, visitors to Berea College will experience a new gateway to the College’s remarkable story with the opening of the reimagined Berea College Visitor Center in College Square. Located at 104 South Main Street, the redesigned Visitor Center has undergone a comprehensive transformation, creating an engaging, interactive space that introduces visitors to the people […]
Grow Madison County, Yea or Nay? Sell the Family Farm, Yea or Nay?
R. David Shew What is the one of the constants in life? From my perspective, the answer is change. Most people do not enjoy changes in life like getting older, not getting chosen for a promotion, getting fired, hearing “you have cancer” are just a few of the changes that annoy us. For me, the […]
UNITED ATHLETIC CONFERENCE Announces 2026 Preseason Football Awards and Coaches Poll
The official start of the 2026 United Athletic Conference Football season commenced today with the start of Kickoff with Abilene Christian and Tarleton State fighting for the top spot in the coaches poll while Austin Peay and EKU claim major preseason awards. Austin Peay’s Chris Parson was named the Preseason Offensive Player of the Year […]
