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There may have been some clouds in the sky, but it didn’t rain on Madison Central freshman Campbell Doty’s Wish Reveal Parade Friday afternoon. The parade which saw parents, police, and even a princess, served as a reveal for Campbell’s wish which was granted by the Make a Wish Foundation. Campbell’s special wish revolved around […]
A local girl will now have a dream come true, all thanks to Make A Wish Foundation. Campbell Doty, a 14-year-old freshman at Madison Central has received a tiny cottage in her backyard so that she can enjoy the outdoors safely. Campbell will even have a parade in her honor before the reveal, taking place […]
COVID-19 is already proving to cause a wide spectrum of disease, including troubles with the heart. For those that may not understand this connection, WBONTV spoke to Doctor Scott Cook, an Interventional Cardiologist at Baptist Health Richmond who explained what the experts have been seeing since the start of the pandemic, and also details the […]
The Richmond Police Department recently took a man into custody following “several reports of drug trafficking complaints” to the HIDTA drug task force. The suspect, Lincoln Jackson, had, according to a source, “any drugs they wanted”. Following warrants executed after a traffic stop, police allegedly located multiple rounds of ammo and a duffel bag filled […]
During Yesterday’s School Board Meeting the motion to start school virtually through September 2nd and September 25th was passed. Parents of the district who were concerned about the boards decision, voiced their concerns to board members, who themselves stated that they made a decision a week prior to open up in-person classes before the KDE […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
The ending of the 2019-2020 school year experienced an unexpected roadblock, but now with the upcoming school year looming, school administrators have been placed in the difficult position of deciding on the appropriate plan of action. Students, parents, and educators alike have voiced opinions for and against in-person classes during the ongoing pandemic and last […]
COVID-19 has forced a lot of Spring and Summer event cancellations. However, the Richmond Area Arts Council will be offering various virtual Zoom classes throughout August and September! The first class is a soap making course with Desia Batiste on August 13 from 6-7 p.m. Batiste has been making soap in the Nashville area for […]
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