Community Calendar for Meade County, Fort Knox, Radcliff (June 24th - June 30th)
The Community Calendar is a listing of recurring activities and upcoming events open to and of interest to the general public. Submissions can be made through the Community Calendar form on our website The deadline for submission is Friday, 5…
Robert Wesley “Bobby” Chism
Robert Wesley “Bobby” Chism, 77, of Ekron, KY passed away peacefully on Sunday, June 16, 2024 at his residence with his family by his side.
From the Desk of Brett Pyles, General Manager of the Meade County Water District
The following is from the desk of Brett Pyles, General Manager of the Meade County Water District with the subject of "We need your help to conserve water".
Altercation Leaves One Injured In Meade County
One person was injured after an altercation at a bar in Meade County just after midnight on June 15.
From the Desk of Sheriff Phillip Wimpee
The following is from the desk of Meade County Sheriff Phillip Wimpee in regards to events that occurred late last night.
My journey as a father in Meade County
In the heart of Meade County, where rolling hills meet the horizon, I find myself immersed in the beautiful chaos of fatherhood. My name is Steven Laick, and I cherish every moment spent with my three remarkable children.
Judy Ethel Golladay
Judy Ethel Golladay, 78 of Brandenburg, passed away on Tuesday, June 11, 2024.
"She was stolen from us"
The murder of 48-year-old Rhonda Sue Aebersold on June 5, 2023, jolted the misperceived safety of the close-knit community of Brandenburg, Kentucky. The unsolved status of her death has continued to tilt the mood of the populace of Meade Countians.…
Brandenburg initially says ‘no’ to medical cannabis businesses
Brandenburg City Council members heard the first reading of an ordinance June 10 that would prohibit cannabis business operations within the city limits of Brandenburg.
MCHS Alumni Association Dinner and Class of 1974 Reunion After Party
The MCHS Alumni Association held their annual dinner on Saturday, June 8, 2024 at the Meade County High School Cafeteria, 938 Old State Road, in Brandenburg, Kentucky. The business meeting, which included the installation of new officers, began at 3:30…
Update: Accident on Highway 333 between Flaherty and Brandenburg
Update 6/14/24: At the scene were two good Samaritans who stopped to help those involved in the accident. A special thank you is extended to those two community members.
Carol Yvonne Dillard Robinson
Carol Yvonne Dillard Robinson, age 82, of Ekron, KY, went to Heaven on Monday, June 10, 2024, at All About Home Assisted Living, surrounded by her loving family.
Editorial: What happened to our children’s good manners?
What has happened to teaching young children basic good manners? Why are we, as adults, and as a society, no longer requiring children to use the most rudimentary social manners? I find the glaring lack of common courtesy that is…
Meade County Animal Shelter Advisory Board Monthly Meeting
The Meade County Animal Shelter Advisory Board (MCASAB) held their monthly meeting on Monday June 3 at 7:00 p.m. at the Meade County Extension Office. After reciting the Pledge of Allegiance and having a short prayer the meeting began, moderated…
Magistrates Evaluate Needs & RV Parks
Members of Meade County Fiscal Court revisited RV Parks during their regular monthly meeting Tuesday (6/11) night.
Council Discuss Several Ordinances
Members of the Brandenburg City Council discussed several ordinances during their regular meeting Monday (6/10) night.
Musical Theatre Camp offers youth an opportunity to perform under the lights!
The Meade County High School Chorus Department has once again hosted an outstanding musical theatre camp. Thirty-five kids from incoming grades 2nd through 9th met from Monday through Friday, June 3-7, at the high school auditorium from 9 am to…
Thelma Laura Lue Short
Thelma Laura Lue Short, age 92, of Muldraugh, KY, was called by the Lord to her Heavenly home on Wednesday, June 5, 2024, while at her residence surrounded by her family.
Meade County raises $81,345.08 for 71st Annual WHAS Crusade for Children
Fire Departments in Meade County concluded their campaign to raise funds for the 71st Annual WHAS Crusade for Children. Every year, during the last two weeks of May, Firefighters are staging roadblocks, accepting donation drop-offs at local stations, and going…
Volunteerism is alive and well in Meade County
Merriam-Webster dictionary defines volunteerism as “the art of practice of doing volunteer work in community service and a volunteer as “a person who voluntarily undertakes or expresses a willingness to undertake a service.” I think most of us probably don’t…