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Brandenburg City Council Fills Vacant Seat

Brandenburg City Council met Tuesday (08/27) evening with all five members present.

Mable Cundiff
Meade County MessengerNews

Why I Vote!

I was not passionate or politically motivated. I did not practice the patience that is needed to fully explore and weigh the pros and cons of candidates, nor had I gotten into serious debate with friends or family about why…

Meade County MessengerNews

Local Meade Countian Troy Priddy elected to the National Pole Bending Hall of Fame

Local Meade countian Troy Priddy has recently been elected into the National Pole Bending Association Hall of fame. His unmatched talent as a pole bending exhibitor has earned him a prestigious place among fellow individuals who have dedicated their lives…

Meade County MessengerNewsSports

Rough Opener for Ladywaves

The Meade County High School Ladywave Soccer team hosted their home opener on Aug 12 against the North Hardin Lady Trojans. This year the Lady Waves come into the season with a new Head Coach, Jenny McCarthy, as they look…

Meade County MessengerNews

Brandenburg City Council Forecast Meeting for new member

Brandenburg City Council would not hear or vote on the second reading of what their social media post called a “disputed ordinance” at their meeting Aug. 12 — Mayor David Pace made that clear even before leading the pledge and…

Meade County MessengerNews

Brandenburg City Police press release

On August 17, 2024 at 2:17 pm, the Brandenburg Police Department and the Meade County Sheriff’s Office responded to a 911 call of a juvenile male that jumped from the Matthew E Welsh Bridge into the Ohio River. Units arrived…

Juvenile jumps from bridge.
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Teen’s Body Recovered From Ohio River In Brandenburg

On Saturday, August 17, 2024, at 2:17 p.m., the Brandenburg Police Department and the Meade County Sheriff’s Office responded to a 911 call of a juvenile male that jumped from the Matthew E Welsh Bridge into the Ohio River.

Mable Cundiff
WVIHCommunity

Patrick James Kenny

Patrick James Kenny, age 77 of Webster, passed away on Sunday, August 18, 2024, at Brandenburg Nursing and Rehab in Brandenburg.

Mable Cundiff
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County Leaders Set Tax Rates

Members of Meade County Fiscal Court set tax rates during their regular monthly meeting Tuesday (8/13) evening.

Gene Webster
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Council Works Through Regular Agenda

Members of the Brandenburg City Council met during their regular meeting on Monday (8/12) night.

Gene Webster
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Hayley Jade Adams

Hayley Jade Adams, better known as Hay Hay or Princess Hayley Jade, age 3, passed away on Tuesday, August 6, 2024.

Mable Cundiff
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Man Injured When Hit By Car In West Point

A man is seriously injured after being hit by a car in West Point Monday evening.

Mable Cundiff
Meade County MessengerNewsCommunity

Cat Cafe event at Meade County Public Library a purrfect success

On July 11th, the Meade County Public Library partnered with the Meade County Animal Shelter to host their second Cat Cafe, creating a haven for cat lovers and shelter felines alike. From 4 to 6 pm, patrons were invited to…

Submitted By: Jocelyn Corbin
Meade County MessengerEducation

MCHS Student Government has started preparing for the new school year

As summer draws to a close, and we start to think about getting ready for the school year, the Meade County High School Student Government Association (SGA) has already begun work to prepare for the school year. The 24-25 SGA…

Story By: Lucinda Ayres
Meade County MessengerNews

Rand Paul visits Meade County

Senator Rand Paul visited with local members of Meade County on Monday, July 22 in the Farm Bureau Community Building at the Meade County Fairgrounds. The Senator was in Brandenburg as part of his tourism-focused visits across Kentucky.

Story By: Earlene Bohannon
Meade County MessengerNews

Grand Opening for Brandenburg NAPA

Brandenburg NAPA got its start a little over 90 years ago in 1934, when two men, who were brother’s in-law formed a partnership to open a business, Roy Smith and Hobart Coomes. They used an old tobacco warehouse in Payneville,…

Story By: Steven Laick
Meade County MessengerNews

Meade County Animal Shelter seizes 40 animals from private residence

When Deputies from the Meade County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO) approached the home of a female suspect to execute a warrant for her arrest, it was discovered that there were 40 dogs, cats and kittens being housed at the residence. Animal…

Story By: Earlene Bohannon
Meade County MessengerNewsCommunity

Community supports the local nursing home

Brandenburg Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, on Old Ekron Road in Brandenburg, was constructed in 1969. Until around 10 years ago, it was known as Medco Center of Brandenburg.

Story By: Tammie Beasley
Meade County MessengerNews

Meade County Sheriff's Office Press Release

On June 15, 2024, shortly after midnight, Meade County Dispatch received a call about an altercation occurring at Bob’s Bar (6419 Flaherty Road, Vine Grove, KY 40175). It was reported a physical altercation occurred and a male individual had been…

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Meade County Associate Superintendent Honored

The Kentucky Association of School Administrators (KASA) proudly presented Marc Adams, Meade County Associate Superintendent, with the prestigious District Level Administrator of the Year Award at the Annual Leadership Institute held on Wednesday, July 24, at the Galt House Hotel in Louisville.

Mable Cundiff