Chance of roadside death soars after dark per Lexington AAA, “Move Over Day” Sat.
As National “Move Over Day” approaches Saturday, Oct. 21, AAA is reminding drivers to slow down and move over, away from first responders and disabled motorists at the roadside, especially as the days grow shorter. The latest statistics indicate that more than 75% of all roadside deaths occur after dark. According to data analyzed by […]
Animal rescue underway at residence on Lee/Estill line
Another sad case of animal neglect has been discovered at a residence near the Lee/Estill County line this week. The Lee County Animal Control agent Emery Crawford says upwards of 18 dogs and puppies are in varying states of medical and nutritional neglect. On Tuesday October 17, 2023, Lee County Animal Control took possession of 4 of […]
Interstate traveler shot by unknown suspect in Rockcastle County
A motorist was shot in the leg while traveling Tuesday night on I-75 near the 52 mile marker, by an unknown shooter. The incident occurred just after 10 PM. The Rockcastle County Sheriff’s Office, Kentucky State Police, Rockcastle Co. EMS, and the Mt. Vernon Volunteer Fire Department responded to a call from a woman with a possible gunshot […]
Body discovered in middle of town in Estill County Tuesday morning**UPDATED with KSP report**
State and local law enforcement, along with the Estill County Coroner, responded to a building in Estill County this morning after the discovery of a body on the property. The building is on the corner of Broadway and River Drive, near the Irvine/Ravenna line. The property was an active crime scene throughout most of the […]
RPD terminates pursuit out of safety of homecoming festivities, gets their man later
Around 10:30 AM this past Saturday, Richmond Police were called to a three vehicle hit and run accident on the Eastern Bypass near Killarney Lane. Two cars were reportedly struck by white commercial box truck, that fled the scene. Officers found a vehicle matching that description shortly later at the Gulf station on W. Main St. When […]
Monday fatality in Jackson County
The Kentucky State Police post in Richmond Post responded just before 10:00 a.m., Monday, October 16, 2023, to a two-vehicle collision at the intersection of KY-30 and KY-3629 in Jackson County. A Jeep Cherokee, being operated by Wanda Kennedy, 72, of Blue Ridge, Georgia, was traveling west on KY 30 and crossed the center line […]
Big plans in motion for former Mitchell Tolle Gallery building in Berea
Renovation of the former Mitchell Tolle Gallery in Berea has begun, and so far, there have been no major surprises, according to Berea city officials. Last week at a business meeting of the Berea Tourism Commission, Assistant Codes Administrator/Technical Advisor Brian Reed reported that construction crews have begun demolishing the ceiling of the interior. Interior […]
Crews return to Paint Lick home where 2 died from fire last November, to fight blaze
Around 8 AM, Monday, October 16, The Berea Fire Department was called to a structure fire at 1305 Paint Lake Road in Berea. This is the same location 2 people died in a separate fire in November of last year. Those victims were Heaven Renner and Tony Damrell. Fire crews reported finding smoke and flames […]
Berea Mayor, City Administrator, and councilman complete KLC training
Photo attached: Kentucky League of Cities Executive Director|CEO James D. Chaney and 2022-23 KLC President and City of Southgate Mayor James Hamberg present Berea Mayor and KLC Executive Board member Bruce Fraley with a Level III Master of City Governance Award.
London teen missing since Saturday afternoon located
A London teenager that was reported missing after he was last seen at the popular Wellness Park skate park on Saturday Oct 14. has been found. No details were given by London Police, other than the boy has been found.
Richmond Police confiscate guns, drugs, and cash in Thursday arrest
Yesterday, October 12, 2023, around 11:15, Richmond Police observed what they believed to be a drug transaction between the driver of a vehicle and another person near Kristen Drive in Richmond. Officers say when the vehicle operator observed the officer, he fled the area at a high speed. Thats when several other officers responded […]
One airlifted, one arrested, 1000’s delayed in Thursday night wreck on I-75 in Rockcastle
photo courtesy MVFD
Chemical Spill contained by Berea Fire Department
Earlier today, at approximately 5:10 P.M. the Berea Fire Department was dispatched to Mastronardi Produce USA at 1000 Industrial Drive in Berea for a possible hazardous material spill. Upon arrival crews found an active spill of a container in a semi-truck trailer outside of the facility. The chemical was determined to be Nitric Acid by […]
Former Madison County Sheriff, honored with his own stretch of Highway US 25
By action of the Kentucky General Assembly, a section along US 25 in Madison County will now be designated the “Cecil “Dude” Cochran Memorial Highway”. Cochran was a Madison County Native and was elected sheriff of Madison County in 1982 after serving as deputy sheriff from the previous 4 years. He held that position until […]
Ceremony recognizes the last chemical weapon destroyed in Madison County and the Country
For decades, Madison County and its surrounding communities have lived within miles of some of the deadliest chemical munitions ever created. Today Madison County celebrated a milestone and historical event. The very last chemical weapon in the country was destroyed in July 2023 right here at the Bluegrass Army Depot in Madison County. The destruction […]
Berea man driving with no headlights takes MCSO on chase through country
A Berea man is under arrest after a Madison County Sheriff’s Deputy, observed his vehicle, traveling on Battlefield Memorial Highway just before 1:30 a.m. Tuesday morning with no headlights on. According to the officers report, 30 year old Joesph Sell of Berea then failed to yield when officers tried to pull him over and took […]
KSP Post 7 Richmond investigating latest inmate death at Madison Detention Center
Sunday October 8, 2023, just before 5:00 a.m., Kentucky State Police, Richmond Post, received a call from the Madison County Detention Center requesting investigative assistance in regard to an inmate who had been located unresponsive in his cell. Investigators say another inmate located Davell Chambers, 37 years old, from Michigan, unresponsive in the cell. The […]
Berea paying local groups for trash pickup with “Trash for Cash” campaign
Would you like to raise some money for your nonprofit organization, while doing something worthwhile for the community? If so, you may want to check out Berea’s “Trash for Cash” program. The program is designed to be a fundraising source for local nonprofit organizations. Groups can earn $100 per mile for picking up litter in the […]
Stolen vehicle and subject out of Jackson County caught by KSP in Madison
Kentucky state police recovered a stolen vehicle out of Jackson County Saturday. KSP received a call that a silver Nissan Sentra that was missing hubcaps and a passenger side door mirror had been stolen, and was traveling northbound on 421. The Trooper staked out the Big Hill, Food Mart to look for the vehicle. Moments […]
96-year-old Berea man charged with attempted murder
A 96 year old Berea man has been arrested and charged with the attempted murder of his 90 year old wife. A family member stated the man just seem to “snap” on the mother and allegedly tried to smother her with a pillow. When Berea Police officers spoke to the man, he reportedly stated that […]
Local men part of largest graduate class of KSP Telecommunications Academy ever
The Kentucky State Police announced today the agency has just graduated the highest number of telecommunicators in its history. Over 30 people, representing 13 posts across the commonwealth, have graduated from the KSP Telecommunications Academy. KSP telecommunicators handle dispatch duties for Kentucky state troopers, commercial vehicle enforcement officers, conservation officers and other emergency service agencies […]
It’s homecoming weekend, with lot’s of events and parade slated
This weekend is homecoming in Richmond! EKU will be lively with a plethora of events scheduled for this weekend. Homecoming festivities will kickoff on Tuesday, Oct. 10, with a livestream from President McFaddin. The annual Homecoming Parade will take place at 6 p.m. Friday, Oct. 13, with its traditional route on Lancaster Avenue and Main Street. Following the […]
Madison County adds internet crimes against children investigator-what parents need to know
The internet has changed our lives forever. The manufacture, distribution and possession of child pornography, which used to be a very secretive “underworld” industry, now thrives because the internet has made it so easily accessible. Social networking sites and unsupervised internet usage have created an open forum for predators who seek contact with our children. […]
Major traffic switch on Mountain Parkway happening Monday as expansion continues
If you are traveler of the Mountain Parkway be advised a major traffic switch is planned for this Monday Oct. 9 along a section of the Mountain Parkway in Magoffin County, approximately 10 miles west of Salyersville. Motorists should expect temporary stops and delays throughout the day from mile markers 65 to 68 as crews […]
Madison County tax bills can now be paid online
Beginning today, Monday October 2, 2023, Madison County taxpayers are able to pay property taxes online. Visit the website, https://sheriff.madisoncountyky.us/ , click on Property Taxes, then the Pay Your Bill link. You will need your tax bill and a credit card. “This new online service will make payment of taxes quicker and more convenient for […]
