Magistrates Finish Fiscal Year Business
Members of Meade County Fiscal Court met during a special called meeting Tuesday (6/24) morning to finalize business for the current fiscal year.
City Council Passes Occupational Tax
The Brandenburg City Council narrowly approved a proposed occupational tax during a special called meeting Monday (6/23) evening.
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Black Knights, Pickles Face Off in U-12 Soccer Final
On June 3, 2025, the Meade County Youth Soccer Alliance held the finals of their 2025 Spring Under-12 Soccer Tournament. The sun beat down on the athletic fields behind the Brandenburg Telephone Company, with the mercury hitting 85°. The playing…
Wildcats and Tigers meet in U-8 final
On Friday, May 30, the Meade County Youth Soccer Association held its Under-8 tournament final. For hours before the scheduled time for the two teams to battle it out to be named the Spring Cup Champion, the skies over Brandenburg…
Craft in the Park Festival brings the best in local beer and food trucks to the riverfront
When Solomon Brandenburg purchased the tract of land known as Falling Springs in July of 1804, he probably never envisioned the waterfront area abound with local beer brewers and the finest cuisines served out of the side of a delivery…
County Leaders Work On Issues
Members of Meade County Fiscal Court worked through a lengthy session during their regular meeting Tuesday (6/10) night.
Man Arrested After Pursuit
A Battletown man was arrested after a police pursuit early Tuesday (6/10) morning in Meade County.
Oh, Deer! Please leave the baby deer alone!
A time much enjoyed in Meade County, especially in places like Doe Valley, has arrived. Baby deer season! Beginning in late May, we begin to see fawns walking around with their mothers, looking too cute to be real with tiny…
My name is Earl(ene)
My name is Earlene. I am named after my father, Earl. My nephew, who is my father’s oldest grandson, is named Dennis Earl, in honor of the same man. When I was at Battletown School, I went to school with…
Treading the water crisis in Battletown
Less than a week ago, a post made on Facebook was brought to the attention of The Meade County Messenger (MCM) when the editor was tagged in the post. The post, written by Sarah Hamilton Dukes, stated, in part, “The…
City Council Resets Occupational Ordinance Discussion
A room full of citizens looked on as the Brandenburg City Council moved forward on a re introduction of a proposed occupation tax ordinance during their regular meeting Monday (6/9) night.
Minister’s Corner
Helen Barnes Pastoral Care Staff Radiant Church
Human Remains Found In Brandenburg Identified
The human remains that was found behind a residence on Old State Road in Brandenburg on May 10 has been identified.
Otter Creek comes HOME
After 100 years, the area of Meade County known as Otter Creek Park has been returned to its original county. The United States Army took the land as a part of the Fort Knox military reservation. The land was later…
Brandenburg Outreach hosts inaugural ‘Hope in Motion’ Walkathon at Buttermilk Falls
On the beautiful Saturday morning of May 17th, local walkers collectively met up at the historic Buttermilk Falls Trail to walk in solidarity and support of the Brandenburg Outreach’s Hope in Motion Walkathon. The Brandenburg Outreach’s mission is to provide…
One Dead After Head On Crash
Kentucky State Police responded to a two-vehicle collision in Meade County Saturday (5/31) night that resulted in a fatality and injured two other people.
Meade County is in safe hands with local Emergency Medical Services
National EMS Week is an annual event that recognizes and celebrates the dedication and hard work of emergency medical service (EMS) professionals. It usually takes place during the third full week of May. This is an opportunity to show gratitude…
Meade County High School Class of 2025 say their final farewells
On Friday, May 23rd, the Meade County High School (MCHS) Senior Class of 2025 filed onto Hamilton Field one final time to receive their diplomas, signifying the end of their high school journey. Some were teary-eyed, while others were simply…
Gasoline filled tanker truck accident forces evacuations for Meade Countians
Meade County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO), Ekron Fire Department, Meade County Emergency Medical Services (EMS) and Meade County Emergency Management Agency (EMA) were dispatched on May 21 to the intersection of Sandy Hill Road and Ky 79 in response to a…