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Secretary of State Michael Adams’ office has released a new way for Kentucky voters to register as poll workers for November’s general election. The Poll Worker Volunteer Portal is now available at www.govoteky.com. The portal passes an application on to the volunteer’s county clerk, who then will contact the volunteer. The number of poll workers […]
The Laurel County Sheriff’s Office reports arresting Mack E. Jones age 39 of Williamsburg early Wednesday morning on August 12th. The arrest occurred on North Main St. in London following a traffic stop conducted on a gray Ford Fusion for an alleged equipment violation. During the stop Deputies report that the driver was operating on […]
A church located along Highway 25 in Berea has made the decision to temporarily suspend in-person services following multiple positive COVID cases among its members. In a social media post, the Church on the Rock announced its choice to close its doors “until further notice”. This comes just weeks following the recent revival the church […]
Many educators statewide once again found themselves in another dilemma yesterday evening, following Governor Andy Beshear’s recommendation to Kentucky schools that they wait to resume in-person classes until September 28th. The Madison County School Board of Education had previously revealed its plan to have in-person education beginning on the first day of school on August […]
The EKU presidential search committee made the unanimous recommendation that acting president Dr. David McFaddin be appointed as the university’s 14th president. This recommendation to the Board of Regents suggests that the current search for a new president be ended and the “interim” title be removed from McFaddin’s position. Approval must be agreed upon by […]
The Laurel County Sheriff’s Office made an early morning arrest after deputies observed a suspect recklessly driving along KY Hwy 909. Police initiated a traffic stop on the SUV, where they discovered the two individuals to be in possession of suspected methamphetamine, a glass smoking pipe, scales, and used plastic bags. Authorities say “his and […]
The Laurel County Sheriff’s Office arrested 5 Individuals while conducting drug investigations off Slate Lick Road on Thursday afternoon August 6, 2020. Investigators reportedly executed a drug search warrant at a residence off Slate Lick Road near the intersection of Little Pittsburg Road and found a large quantity of methamphetamine, heroin, numerous scales, needles, plastic […]
Jackson County officials were notified of an accident Saturday evening involving a vehicle and pedestrian which occurred along KY Highway 421, north of Sandgap. According to officials, Richard L. Rose was walking along the highway when he was accidentally struck by a vehicle. The driver of the vehicle stayed with Jones until authorities arrived to […]
Following the discovery of a deceased male subject along the KY 552/railroad tracks intersection Saturday afternoon, Laurel County officials opened a death investigation. Investigators from the Laurel County Sheriff’s Office reported that 38 year-old Brandon North was apparently struck by a train and was pronounced dead at the scene. An autopsy was conducted on North’s […]
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In conjunction with Wallingford Broadcasting and WCYO the Coyote, the County has declared Friday, August 14th as Law Enforcement Appreciation Day. With the latest news regarding the possible defunding of Police Departments across the Country, Wallingford Broadcasting wanted to give back to those who keep us safe: all first responders. Wallingford Broadcasting has worked with […]
The first Kentucky State Police (KSP) “Cover the Cruiser” event is in the books and raised $16,206.16 to support Special Olympics of Kentucky (SOKY). KSP posts across the state parked their cruises at designated locations and encouraged the public to cover their cruisers with custom SOKY stickers. A minimum donation of $1 was requested to […]
In the early morning hours, a motorcycle wreck resulted in the death of a 44-year-old man. According to Madison County Coroner Jimmy Cornelison, John David Pentecost of 4 Mile Road in Richmond lost control of the motorcycle near Old US 25 North/Clay’s Ferry near the Kentucky River and Boone’s Trace subdivision. This is the same […]
A special Luncheon was held at the Danville Christian Academy on behalf of Emanuel Prewitt’s football team as well as the officials that recovered Manny from the lake to bring much needed closure to family and friends. WBONTV also spoke to Manny’s Mother, Kelly Prewitt who offered her thanks to the officials and details about […]
With a third football player leaving the program and a number of players sitting out of practice due to concerns over the way the University is handling the Covid situation AD Matt Roan releases new statement saying that “I want to be very clear that the well-being of our student athletes, coaches, staff, and campus […]
On August 14th, the Richmond Teen Center Board will once again be hosting their annual Back to School Bash where they will be giving away backpacks filled with school supplies. The office of Richmond Parks & Rec says this event has always been a crucial and vital part of the Teen Center’s program schedule, providing […]
On Monday, the Richmond Police report responding to a call at the Gulf station on Lexington Rd, in reference to a male that was according to police allegedly acting crazy. When arriving on scene, according to police, an employee informed them that 35 year old Martin Carrol had been in the bathroom for a long […]
In less than 24 hours the EKU Football team has seen a second player leave the program citing concerns over the way the school is handling the Covid-19 situation. Graham Ashkettle was named second team all OVC last season as well as a second team academic All American. He was named to the all OVC […]