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Joseph Randall Hardesty

Mr. Joseph Randall Hardesty, age 82, of Payneville, KY, passed away on Monday, December 8, 2025, at his home surrounded by his loving family. He was born on August 9, 1943, the son of Joseph Stanislaus and Emma Beatrice “Emma…

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Man Up Meade County and Women of Worth unite in fellowship to celebrate the Christmas season

The Christian ecumenical organizations known as Man Up Meade County (MUMC) and Women of Worth (WoW) came together as a united community on Thursday evening, December 4th, at Saint John the Apostle Catholic Church in Brandenburg to offer praise and…

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Planning & Zoning updates: responsible growth and upcoming Fiscal Court meeting

At the recent Planning and Zoning meeting held Thursday, December 8, county officials discussed key updates, focusing on responsible growth, upcoming meetings, and revisions to the county’s Comprehensive Plan.

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MCHS Junior Lucinda Ayres elected as Speaker of the House for KYA

Lucinda Ayres, a junior at Meade County High School (MCHS), was voted into the Presiding Office as Speaker of the House when she recently attended the KYA (Kentucky Youth Association) convention at the Crowne Plaza Hotel in Louisville, Kentucky. The…

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Brandenburg celebrates local bourbon, reviews city ordinances and community events

The Brandenburg City Council met Monday, December 8, 2025, tackling city business while celebrating a historic milestone for the community.

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Brandenburg Rotary Club bags up Angel Tree Gifts

For many years, the Rotary Club of Brandenburg has assisted the folks at Angel Tree Ministry in getting Christmas gifts for needy youngsters in Meade County. This year was no exception. About a dozen “Wish Cards” were selected by Angel…

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An interview with Santa

‘Tis the season of anticipation. Anticipation for snow, anticipation for presents, and of course; anticipation for the man himself, Santa Claus. While the clock ticks down to December 25th, many children (and parents) find themselves wondering which list they made…

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Muldraugh hosts free Breakfast with Santa event

On Saturday, December 6th, the Muldraugh Fire Department hosted their annual free breakfast with Santa.

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Local Democrats hold informational meeting

The Meade County Democratic Party met on December 9 at the Meade County Public Library to discuss the upcoming campaign season. The meeting was planned to be informational based, directed at people who might be interested in running public office…

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Rotary Club recognizes students for ‘Doing the Right Things’

Several times each school year, the Rotary Club of Brandenburg recognizes a girl or boy member of each class to be invited to dinner and an awards program. The selection process is led by Mr. Matt Spencer, Guidance Counselor at…

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Farm Life Making memories with a Christmas tree from the farm.

Peek into the daily life of any family with young children, and you will see many of the same practices – especially around the holidays. Parents can be found taking on the more responsible roles of the activities they remember…

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Chamber of Commerce meets for Christmas Luncheon

The Cecilian Bank sponsored the Meade County Chamber of Commerce’s Christmas Luncheon on Thursday, December 11 at the Meade County Extension Office. Prayer was offered by Eddie Bohannon, General Manager of Doe Valley. The Homeplate Restaurant catered for the meal.…

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Southern Baptists to support Lottie Moon

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Retired Teachers have Christmas Banquet

One of my favorite events takes place at Home Plate Family Restaurant as Christmas time is near. This year was no exception. The Meade County Retired Teachers Association hosted a dinner for any retired educators who wanted to attend. Spouses…

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Meade County Animal Control welcomes new leadership and promotions

Meade County Animal Control is entering a new chapter with the addition of fresh leadership and several internal promotions aimed at strengthening service to animals and the community.

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Community Calendar Dec 12-18

December 12:

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State Representative Nancy Tate announces she will not seek re-election

The Meade County Republican Party held its annual Christmas Dinner on Thursday, December 4 at The Venue located at Roberts’ Family Farm in Guston. The meal was catered by Gale Hinton of Axtel. Entertainment for the evening was presented by…

[email protected] (Earlene Bohannon)
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2025 Shop with a Hero a success

The winter chill was in the air on the morning of December 6, as Santa and Mrs. Claus led a contingent of police officers, dispatchers, firefighters, auxiliary members of Fraternal Order of Police, and a lone newspaper reporter into the…

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County Leaders Approves Data Center Moratorium

Members of Meade County Fiscal Court approved the first reading of an ordinance which places a year moratorium on data center proposals in the county during their regular meeting Tuesday (12/9) night.

Gene Webster
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Council Work Through Issues

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

Gene Webster