
Meade County Tourism Announcement
Back to Blog April 24, 2025 [email protected] Due to the overwhelming increase in fireworks costs, Meade County Tourism will not be hosting a Fourth of July event this year. With a limited budget and the rising expense—now a minimum of $25,000 just for fireworks alone, not including the many additional costs involved—we must make the… The post Meade County Tourism Announcement appeared first on Meade County Area Chamber .

County Leaders Present Proposed Animal Shelter Design
Meade County Fiscal Court hosted a town hall to present the first view of the proposed design of a new county animal shelter Monday (4/21) evening.

Magistrates Look Toward Future Technology Needs
Members of Meade County Fiscal Court met during a special called meeting Monday (4/21) evening at the Meade County Extension Office just prior to a town hall related to the proposed animal shelter.

Council Sorts Through Business
The Brandenburg City Council discussed various topics during their regular meeting Monday (4/14) evening.

Apartment Fire Investigation Continues
An investigation continues a fire that gutted an apartment building in Irvington on Wednesday evening.

Magistrates Approve Road Funds
Members of Meade County Fiscal Court approved the Rural Secondary Road Funds during their regular meeting Tuesday (4/8) evening.
Two More EF-1 Tornadoes Confirmed
Meade County was hit by an EF-1 tornado during Sunday’s storms, according to the latest survey from the National Weather Service.

Muldraugh Police Officer Arrested
A Muldraugh police officer was arrested Thursday (03/27) for allegedly being impaired while on duty.

Drug Arrest After Traffic Stop In Meade County
While performing a drug interdiction, a Meade County Sheriff’s detective conducted a traffic stop on Hwy 60 for excessive speed Saturday afternoon.

Marijuana Plants Found Growing In Meade County
Detectives from the Meade County Sheriff’s Office responded to a tip of a cultivating and growing operation of marijuana in Meade County on Friday (03/14).

My Irish Eyes are usually smiling when I’ve celebrated with an Irish Whiskey
Disclaimer: I am not much of a drinker. I barely drink enough to be considered a “social drinker.” My husband does not drink at all and never has. So, the fact that I find myself mildly besotted by Irish Whiskey…

County Becomes Storm Ready
Members of Meade County Fiscal Court met during their regular meeting Tuesday (3/11) and received a special designation from the National Weather Service.

Meade County Fiscal Court & Ethics Board Meet
The Meade County Fiscal Court held a work session meeting Monday (03/10) evening with all members present.

Brandenburg Man Arrested For Vandalism Of Church
Meade County Sheriff’s Office investigated a burglary at Bethel Methodist Church Saturday (03/08) morning.

Meade County Safe Haven Baby Box receives blessings
On Monday February 24, the community came together at Meade County EMS (Emergency Medical Services) Station 1 to celebrate the newly installed Safe Haven Baby Box to pray over the box and for anyone who may need to use it…

Council Discuss What To Do With Ordinaces
The Brandenburg City Council met during a work session Thursday (3/6) afternoon to discuss and attempt to figure out what to do with 3 tabled proposed ordinances.

Highway Safety Project Along U.S. 41 Scheduled
A $4 million highway safety project along the U.S. 41 corridor is scheduled to begin this week.

Officials Dedicate Baby Box
Local community leaders gathered Monday (2/24) afternoon to dedicate and bless the new Safe Haven Baby Box at Meade County EMS Station 1 in Brandenburg.
Delayed Opening Notice
Due to inclement weather, our office will be opening on a delay today. Please note that our gravel drives may be hazardous, making entry and exit difficult. If you need assistance, we encourage you to reach out to us first via: Email: [email protected] Call: 270-422-3626 We will do our best to assist you remotely until…

Magistrates Work Through Business
Members of Meade County Fiscal Court worked through a lengthy agenda during a special called meeting Thursday (2/13) evening. The special meeting was held due to the regular meeting being cancelled due to winter weather on Tuesday (2/11).