Safe and Sound: Recent Episodes
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This podcast talks about emergency preparedness, response, recovery and mitigation issues in Lexington KY
KY Governor Andy Beshear offers an update on the coronavirus pandemic in the state. As of 9pm, 35 persons are known to be infected with the virus. One is deceased.
Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear provides an update to the commonwealth's response to the Coronavirus pandemic. So far, 26 persons in Kentucky have tested positive for the virus. More businesses will close to prevent further spread of the disease. The podcast deals with specifics of recent actions.
Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear delivered a Coronavirus update as of Monday, March 16 at 9am. Beshear reports one death due to CV19. The Governor ordered all bars and restaurants to close their open seating areas effective at 5pm today. (3/16/2020).
Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear delivered an update on the commonwealth's response to the Coronavirus pandemic. As of 4pm on Sunday, March 15, there have been 20 confirmed cases of COVID-19 among Kentucky residents. Specific information about the state response and what you should do is available at https://chfs.ky.gov/agencies/dph/pages/covid19.aspx
Specific information about Lexington, Kentucky's response is available at www.BeReadyLexington.com.
Safe and Sound host John Bobel talks with Lexington Police Sergeant Donnell Gordon about safe shopping at the mall and other stores. There are some things you can do before you leave your home that will protect you. During your shopping trip, stay aware of your surroundings.
Telephone solicitations have become more aggressive and target the elderly and other vulnerable populations. During the Fall months, scams involving Medicare insurance add-ons, medical equipment and outright fraud are rampant. Heather Clary from the central and eastern Kentucky Better Business Bureau has some advice for people who get these calls. And it's a pretty simple fix.
Mayor Linda Gorton, Police Chief Lawrence Weathers and a group of local officials today announced plans for a new Safety Net initiative designed to address violent crime and attempt to reduce the potential for young people to fall into a life of violent crime.
One Lexington, which assists community efforts to address violent crime, is weaving together a Safety Net that involves neighbors, the Public Safety community, the faith community, Social Services, and other community partners.
“Those partners will take the next step to address gun violence by working directly with high-risk households,” Gorton said. “Police will take a simple message into the neighborhoods: risky, threatening behavior often leads to gun violence and even death. This is preventable and it has to stop. We have the community resources to help, and Safety Net will bring them to our citizens. We all need to work together.”
Weathers said violence often starts with threats made to someone or about someone. “One really important way citizens can help is by saying something when they see or hear about a threat or possible criminal activity on social media, or through other channels,” Weathers said. “Information can be forwarded to the police anonymously through Text-a-Tip or Crime Stoppers.”
The podcast features the program announcement with Mayor Linda Gorton, Lexington Police Chief Lawrence Weathers, US Attorney Robert M. Duncan, One Lexington Director, Laura Hatfield, and Assistant County Attorney, Heather Matics.
The Lexington Police Department needs the community's help in identifying crime suspects. Cases featured on this page have video or photographic evidence linking a person(s) with an alleged crime, such as a theft or some other type of criminal activity.
If you recognize someone or have additional information about a case, please submit a tip through this page. The tip will go directly to the case detective. You may also call 859-258-3600 to speak directly with an officer or submit a tip anonymously through Bluegrass Crime Stoppers.
Sergeant Donnell Gordon of the Lexington Police Department explains how the ID ME website works.
Now is the season for home repairs and many times, door to door salesmen will come pitching a repair you may or may not want or need.
Heather Clary from the Central and Eastern Kentucky Better Business Bureau has some tips on avoiding fraud when you agree with someone to conduct repairs on your home, sidewalk or driveway. Be careful
Paramedicine programs across the country have proven to be life savers, especially for people who need continuing care or a combination of health care, mental health care and ongoing social service assistance. In Lexington, Kentucky, a paramedicine program that involves the fire department, police department, the University of Kentucky and local social service agencies is providing patients with a high degree of success. It's also cutting down on ambulance runs and visits to the ER. Safe and Sound host John Bobel talks with the police and firefighters who are making this local program successful.
Lexington's Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) is made up of people who live or work in Fayette County and have taken nine weeks of classes in first aid, search and rescue, fire suppression and other skills. The goal is to have CERT members throughout Fayette County so if they would be needed to assist in their neighborhoods, they'd be available. Lexington Emergency Management preparedness coordinator, Shelley Bendall, talks about the CERT program and how to sign up for the classes.
With the dozens of social media channels and online dating sites, people who are looking for companionship and more can find it if they're lucky. Too often, though, what appears to be a lonely person in the armed forces or a person in a foreign land looking for love is actually a criminal looking to victimize others for money, stolen property or even human trafficking. Safe and Sound host John Bobel talked with the Communications Director of the Central and Eastern BBB, Heather Clary, about the pitfalls of online Valentine's Day companionship scams.
Holiday decorations include live trees, wreaths, lights and candles with a fire burning brightly in the fireplace. Lexington Fire Department's Major Jordan Sass talks with Safe and Sound host John Bobel about holiday safety, including the importance of getting your fireplace inspected and checking your smoke, fire and carbon monoxide alarms.
Lexington Police Detective Brad Williams of the Financial Crimes Unit talks with Safe and Sound Host John Bobel about the increase in package thefts after home deliveries. These are not simple crimes and if the thieves are caught, each instance of package theft is a felony. How you can help solve and prevent these crimes.
Lexington Police Sergeant Donnell Gordon talks with Safe and Sound Host John Bobel about what shoppers can do to prevent personal property crime and identity theft while holiday shopping. Sgt. Gordon also talks about a new Lexington Police campaign about what you need to do at 9 pm every night. The campaign wants to make sure you, your home and your personal vehicles are secure overnight and not a target for criminals.
Before heading out on that Thanksgiving holiday or other holiday travel, you need to make sure your car or truck is ready for winter travel. All of the important systems need to be checked out and maybe you need some new pieces and parts. Safe and Sound host John Bobel talks with Auto Tech Service Manager, Tony Pfelb, about how to keep your car safe and running right during the cold, wet, icy, snowy weather.
A hike in the woods or one of the area national parks or forests can be a great time and fun exercise. But it's important to be prepared. In this podcast, Safe and Sound host John Bobel talk about some of the things you can do to make your hike a real adventure instead of an emergency, disaster or worse. There's more at www.BeReadyLexington.com
Safe and Sound host John Bobel talks with Lexington Firefighter Kyle Branham about this years Fire Prevention Festival at Masterson Station Park on Sunday, September 30. The event starts at 2pm and features fire truck rides, a health, safety and wellness fair, firefighting demonstrations and free food. The event also will have a "touch a truck" arena, giveaways and presentations by the Lexington Fire Department and other public safety agencies. The event is held at the Lions Club Fairgrounds. Parking and admission is FREE. The event ends at 6pm.
Safe and Sound host John Bobel talks with Lexington Emergency Managment Director, Pat Dugger, about the upcoming Chemical Stockpile Emergency Preparedness Program Exercise in Lexington. The exercise involves Army partners at the Blue Grass Army Depot, along with emergency managers and public safety staff, hospitals, schools, transportation organizations as well as state and federal authorities. Dugger speaks about the activities in Fayette County and the partners who make the county safe.
Safe and Sound host John Bobel talks with Lexington Police Sgt. Brad Williams about the cooperation between the police department and the US Secret Service on financial crimes. Detective Mike Helsby is the Lexington Police liaison with the secret service office in Lexington. They talk about one type of financial crime that can affect everyone.
Safe and Sound host John Bobel talks with Lexington Police Sargeant Randall Combs about the Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over campaign for this Labor Day Holiday week. Law enforcement officers from around the state will be looking for unsafe and impaired drivers. Sgt. Combs talks about the campaign and the importance of having a designated driver or a taxi or transportation service if you decide to drink at holiday events. The same goes for the use of prescription medicines or other drugs/substances that can impair driving capabilities.
Sergeant Randall Combs from the Traffic Division, Lexington Police, talks with Safe and Sound host, John Bobel, about back to school traffic safety. The conversation includes information about walking, biking and driving to school as well as the rules of the road around school buses.
Dr. Ryan Stanton, Medical Director for the Lexington Fire Department talks with Safe and Sound host John Bobel about heat-related illness and how to stay healthy and safe when it gets hot.
Heather Clary from the Better Business Bureau of Central and Eastern Kentucky talks with Safe and Sound's John Bobel about what to expect when you return or exchange a gift. Don't expect to get your money back every time.
Lexington Sergeant Brad Williams talks with Safe and Sound host John Bobel about Internet crime. Specifically, how people are targeted on dating and social media sites for love and relationships. That situation turns into a request or demand for money...and more. How one person lost more than a half-million dollars to an overseas lovers scam.
It's an unfortunate fact of life these days that acts of terror can happen just about anywhere.
At an outdoor concert, a school, college or a business.
It's important to know what to do if you're faced with this type of situation - and more important to recognize some characteristics that may lead to this type of violence. It's also important - wherever you are - to stay aware of changing situations and situations and know how you're going to protect yourself, your family and friends.
The University of Kentucky is offering FREE active agressor response classes for the entire community. Just show up. No registration required.
UK Senior Police Officer Alan Saylor talks with Safe and Sound host John Bobel about these classes and what they'll teach and show you what to do in case you're face with an agressor.
The Lexington Fire Department offers free smoke/fire detectors to anyone who needs them.
Captain Jordan Saas of the Lexington Fire Department Community Services Division talks with Safe and Sounds' John Bobel about fire/smoke detectors and home fire safety.
He also describes a special grant that the fire department recieved from Columbia Gas that will ensure the free smoke/fire detector/alarm installation program in Lexington will continue for months to come.
The Fayette County Health Department is offering free flu shots this Thursday, October 5, from 4-7pm at the Consolidated Baptist Church on Russel Cave Road in Lexington.
Health Department Public Information Officer, Kevin Hall, talks to Safe and Sound's John bobel about the upcoming flu season and how the immunization can help you avoid two weeks of being sick - or worse
For the next several months, charities and other relief organizations will be asking for donations to assist the victims of Hurricane Harvey. But how do you make sure that your donation is going to a legitimate organization? And what's the best way to give so that what you do really helps people in the affected areas. Heather Clary, Communications Director for the Central and Eastern Kentucky Better Business Bureau talks with Safe and Sound's John Bobel about where you can go to check out the charity before you donate.
Safe and Sound hosts John Bobel and Sherelle Roberts talk about back to school traffic safety. If you're driving, when can you pass by a school bus when its flashing red lights are on? Never - if you're in back of the bus. Sometimes, if you're coming from the opposite direction. Listen and find out.
The communications director for the Central and Easter Kentucky Better Business Bureau, Heather Clary, talks with Safe and Sound host, John Bobel, about viewing the total eclipse safely. Clary explains how to tell if your eclipse glasses are safety certified and some additional advice for those traveling so they can see the eclipse in totality.
Safe and Sound host, John Bobel, interviews University of Kentucky Associate Professor Ron Wilhelm from the Department of Physics and Astronomy about the August 21st eclipse. We talk about what is an eclipse, why it's scientifically important (one of Einstein's theories was proven during an eclipse) and how to watch/experience it safely. It's good information that will help keep you safe and sound.
If you have a mobile phone, tablet or laptop computer, wireless internet access is a must. For travelers, free WiFi is a benefit in many hotels, restaurants and fast food shops. Sherelle Roberts and John Bobel talk with tech guru Matt LeMonds about staying safe and sound when finding the elusive internet access.
Heather Clary from the Central and Eastern Kentucky Better Business Bureau talks to John Bobel about health service discount cards and other current promotions in health care that aren't as good as they sound.
Mayor Jim Gray, members of the Lexington Fire Department, dignitaries and friends were present as Fire Station #2 was officially dedicated. The ceremony featured Mayor Gray and several councilmembers who talked about the benefits and advantages of the new station.
Summertime means hot weather and when it's hot outside, you need to be smart and stay safe. Kevin Hall from the Fayette County Health Department and John Bobel talk about what people need to do to stay healthy during hot weather...and how not to take chances with children, the elderly and pets in cars.
Heather Clary of the Central and Eastern Kentucky Better Business Bureau talks with John Bobel about summertime home repairs and how to make sure that your project doesn't turn into a ripoff.
The Fayette County Detention Center is looking for people to be trained as public safety workers in the facility. Paid training is provided as well as great benefits and a dedicated group of co-workers. Sargeant Matt LeMonds talks with Sherelle Roberts about the application and training process and what it takes to be successful.
The Lexington Division of Emergency Management has several projects underway to make residents safer. The projects include emergency siren upgrades, enhancements to the backup emergency operations center and the Versailles Road campus facility. John Bobel and Emergency Management's Operations Manager, Tim Brandewie, talk about the projects
Sergeant Brad Williams from Lexington Police talks with Safe and Sound host John Bobel about what can be done to prevent identity theft. What you can do once a year to make sure your identity and credit haven't been hacked and what NOT to keep in your wallet to lessen the chance you'll be a victim.
The communications director for the Central and Eastern Kentucky Better Business Bureau, Heather Clary, talks with John Bobel about home repair fraud and scams, especially after a natural disaster hits a neighborhood or community.
One year ago, Lexington Mayor Jim Gray chose long-time firefighter and assistant chief, Kristen Chilton, to be the Lexington Fire Chief. Chilton's career as a firefighter has included just about every aspect of the department and now she leads 500+ men and women into the future. Chief Chilton talks with John Bobel about her first year on the job and what's coming up.
One of the most common scams going around this month is the phone caller who claims to be from a utility company, the IRS or the local sheriff and says you owe money right now. The Central and Eastern Kentucky Better Business Bureau has some ways to deal with these types of scams. Remember that these organizations will never try to collect money on the phone. Heather Clary of the BBB talks to John Bobel about how not to get scammed.
Kentucky's statewide tornado drill will be held on February 28 at 10:07am. Do you know what to do when severe weather threatens? The preparedness coordinator for Lexington Emergency Management, Shelley Bendall, talks about being prepared for severe storms and tornadoes.
Safe and Sound Host John Bobel talks with BBB Communications Director, Heather Clary, about the top scams of 2016 and how you can avoid getting taken in 2017. More information is available from the BBB at their website.
Lexington KY Senior Services Director, Kristy Stambaugh, talks with Sherelle Roberts on "Safe and Sound" about home safety for older residents. Stambaugh also updates the use of Lexington's new Senior Citizens Center.
Lexington, Kentucky's Director of Aging Services, Kristy Stambaugh, talks with Sherelle Roberts on "Safe and Sound" about home safety for seniors. Some simple things can help eliminate slip, trip and fall hazards in the home.
Drones continue to be a popular gift and during the recent holiday season, they were given to young and old alike in a variety of shapes, sizes and capabilities. John Bobel and Sherelle Roberts of "Safe and Sound" discuss drones, licensing and proper use of drones.
Appearing on the Lexington KY Department of Public Safety program "Safe and Sound", members of the Lexington Fire Department talk about the proper use of space heaters in the home.
Appearing on the Lexington KY Department of Public Safety program "Safe and Sound", members of the Lexington Fire Department talk about the dangers of carbon monoxide poisoning. It's called the "silent killer" for good reasons and many people are affected by this odorless, tasteless gas and don't even know it.
The "switchboard" operators for the city of Lexington have come a long way. LexCall prides itself as being the first line of customer service for residents. LexCall director, Pat Tatum, talks about how LexCall got started and how it has grown over the years.
Fayette County Clerk, Don Blevins Jr., talks with Sherelle Roberts about voting rules and regulations, absentee voting and how to report voting irregularities.
The Lexington Fire Department will start Fire Prevention Month with its festival next Sunday, October 2. This year, the activities will take place at Masterson Station Park. Firefighter Kyle Branham talks with Safe and Sound host John Bobel about what bigger and better features will be part of this years Fire Prevention Festival.
Sherelle Roberts talks with Amy Baker from the Lexington Office of Substance Abuse Prevention and Recovery about the resources available to those who are addicted to drugs and/or alcohol.
John Bobel talks with Major Lee Hayden of the Lexington Fire Department about their current recruiting activities. A new recruit class is expected to be approved in 2017.
Lexington Emergency Preparedness Coordinator Shelley Bendall talks with John Bobel about what's planned for National Preparedness Month and how everyone can participate in preparedness activities.
Sherelle Roberts interviews Sergeant Randall Combs about this holidays Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over campaign in Lexington. Police will be out in force looking for impaired drivers. You drink - You drive - You pay.
Sherelle Roberts talks with Lexington Police detectives Tyson Carol and Anthony Young about internet crimes against children and internet child pornography. The detectives also discuss the pluses and minuses of the online game Pokemon Go.
Sherelle Roberts talks with GTV3’s Neil Noah about the Emmy award winning documentary about substance abuse and addiction, Hope in the Face of Addition. The program was produced by Noah and Sherelle Roberts for the Lexington Department of Public Safety. Amy Baker from Lexington’s Office of Substance Abuse and Violence speaks about treatment options available in Fayette County for those fighting substance abuse.
Kristy Stambaugh is the city's Director of Aging Services and serves on the Commission for People with Disabilities. Safe and Sound talks to Stambaugh about handicapped parking areas and how the laws - and fines - have changed.
Sherelle Roberts talks with Sergeant Ronald Keaton about traffic enforcement and driving in and around Lexington. Police are on the lookout for drunk drivers, drowsy drivers and drivers who text and drive. Plus, your best bet for safe driving is to wear your seat belt. Sgt. Keaton has some real-world examples of how unsafe driving means an unplanned visit by Lexington Police.