Frances G. Schaftlein
Frances G. Schaftlein, age 94, of Battletown, KY passed away at her home on November 8, 2025, with members of her family by her side.
Randall Julian Brown
At 12:12 a.m. on Friday, October 17, Randall Julian Brown passed away peacefully surrounded by his children and grandchildren at a hospice facility in Louisville, Kentucky. Randall suffered a stroke at home in Battletown two weeks before his death. He…
Up to Date with Ella Kate “Not even worth a penny”
Hi, My name is Ella Kate. This week, I am going to write about pennies. There has been a very shocking event that some people may not know about: the government has discontinued making pennies.
Sixth Grade Chronicles “Red Ribbon Week”
Hi, this is Elise and I am going to be telling you about my school’s Red Ribbon Week. Red Ribbon Week is a week when people across the nation dress up according to the day. Red Ribbon week is all…
Meade County School District Teacher Highlight Mr. Kevin Leonard - Meade County High School
Meade County bands Director Kevin Leonard does something that not many other teachers can account for: he teaches at two schools every day. As the head band director, Leonard begins his day at Stuart Pepper Middle School with the Beginning…
National Sports Day
Sports activities are a wonderful way to focus on energy and exercise. They also allow the stretching of the brain as the participant learns the new rules and how to de-stress while enjoying competition. With National Sports Day looming on…
The Meade County Princess Project
The Princess Project began when Jocelyn Corbin, Josey Corbin, and Addison Poole came together with a shared goal of helping high school students in need. Their very first event was held in the old Virginia Miller House, marking the start…
Shop Small Society hosts Fall Fest 2025 at Meade County Fairgrounds
The Shop Small Society’s Annual Fall Fest was hosted on October 25th, 2025, from 10 am to 3 pm at the Meade County Fairgrounds. Shop Small Society has hosted the Fall Fest for the past seven years with the purpose…
Dr. Phillips sleeps on the SPMS roof to celebrate students’ success
A great educator is able to lift up and celebrate their students, and that is exactly what principal Dr. David Phillips did for his Stuart Pepper Middle School (SPMS) students this past Thursday (Oct 30). In honor of SPMS students…
Farm Life: Holiday gifts for farm friends
With Christmas around the corner, many folks are turning at least a little of their focus toward the annual collecting of gifts for friends and family members. While some people on your list may be hard to buy for because…
To give or not to give…tis the season!
We are already ankle deep into “the holidays.”
Meade County Extension Homemakers invite the public to the annual Holiday Bazaar
On Saturday, November 8th, the floors of the Meade County Farm Bureau Building and Home and Garden Exhibit Building in Brandenburg were covered wall to wall by over 60 vendors eager to sell their handmade crafts and baked goods during…
Meade County Animal Shelter Advisory Board highlights busy October and looks ahead to new beginnings
The Meade County Animal Shelter Advisory Board held its regular monthly meeting on Monday, November 3, 2025, at the Meade County Extension Office. Members reviewed October activity reports and finalized plans for the groundbreaking of the county’s new animal shelter.
‘Evening of Hope’ brings together faith and funds to support the Brandenburg Outreach Center
The Evening of Hope Banquet hosted by the Brandenburg Outreach- Teen & Adult Challenge of Kentucky was a heartwarming celebration of community and faith, held to raise funds supporting women overcoming addiction. The event took place Thursday, October 30th at…
Pet of the Week: meet Chase — Meade County Shelter’s longest resident
If you are looking for a smart, loyal, and playful companion, Chase is ready to run straight into your heart.
Meade County Democrats hold Bean Supper
Meade County Democrats renewed the annual bean supper tradition this past week as they kicked off activities to encourage party members to run for available public offices. About 100 people thoroughly enjoyed the bean soup and special barbecue prepared by…
PG Studio Art Center: a hidden gem in downtown Brandenburg
By Andrea Staples
County Leaders Review Planning Request
Magistrates gathered several comments during a special called meeting of Meade County Fiscal Court Monday (11/10) night regarding a pending rezoning request.
City Council Conducts Business
The Brandenburg City Council spent about 20 minutes hearing and discussing what can be done to solve maintenance problems at the Maple Grove Apartments at their regular monthly meeting Monday evening (11/10).
Muldraugh Man Dies In West Point Crash
Slick roadways are to blame for a fatality accident in Hardin County early Monday morning.