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Cowboys for Kids horse show at Meade County Fairgrounds

On Saturday, September 27, 2025, Cowboys for Kids, a 501c3 nonprofit organization benefiting Camp Quality Kentuckiana, which is a camping and year-round support program for children with cancer, gathered at The Meade County Fairgrounds for a day filled with family,…

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AN ORDINANCE AMENDING MEADE COUNTY PLANNING AND ZONING ORDINANCE

COMMON WEALTH OF KENTUCKY

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Meade County Democrats meet

The Meade County Democratic Party Leadership Team held its regular monthly meeting on Tuesday evening at a downtown riverfront pavilion. That arrangement gave a backdrop view of the Ohio River barge traffic as the meeting progressed.

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The behind-the-scenes collaboration that makes the magic of Homecoming

Football homecoming is one of the most exciting weeks of the entire school year for Meade County High School (MCHS). It is full of spirit days, pep rallies, and a football game to end it all off. It is also…

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MCHS teacher highlight Joseph Holt

In his brief time at Meade County High School, Joseph Holt has already impacted many students. Holt teaches United States History to 11th grade students, and psychology to classes that consist mostly of seniors.

[email protected] (Claire Brown)
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Next Man Up, and the Next One After That – Greenwaves fight through injuries

While it was just the 2nd home game of the season and Homecoming for the school, Friday night was once again the perfect setting for a great football game. One small secret that this writer will let you in on…

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The Stuart Pepper Middle School Lady Waves roll over the Grayson County Lady Cougars

The Stuart Pepper Middle School Lady Waves stayed at home to play the Grayson County Lady Cougars in one exciting game. The Lady Waves played an aggressive game, continuing their season strongly.

[email protected] (Elayna Delancey)
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Greenwave Soccer’s week in review

The Meade County Greenwaves boys’ soccer team took the field at the annual Bruin Classic in Elizabethtown, playing two matches on Saturday, September 20. With adjusted temperatures floating around 90 degrees on the wet bulb thermometer, the Greenwaves played against…

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Brandenburg Rotary Club hosts Golf Scramble

What a day for a golf tournament! Tee time on Saturday morning was set at 9:00 AM and while a little chilly at that time, the sun quickly warmed up the atmosphere to become very pleasant. The Brandenburg Rotary Club…

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“Megan’s Mission” lives on with annual Miles for Megan 5K race

On Saturday, September 27th, a group of runners, walkers, and supporters gathered at Buttermilk Falls in Brandenburg, Kentucky. They came together to honor the life of Megan Haynes and raise awareness about Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML). The event also helped…

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Mayme Applegate’s Boarding House and Restaurant

The 150-year-old home located at 456 Main Street was a boarding house before. It was also a private residence for several Meade County families. Currently, this home is the location of the Brandenburg Boarding House and Event Venue.

[email protected] (Tamara Beasley)
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Deer Scouting 101

Whether you are new to hunting or have been chasing deer your entire life, the one thing you must do to be consistently successful is to know how to read deer signs. Deer scouting is not as intimidating or hard…

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Did you know there are no more (published) honor rolls in Meade County?

It only recently came to my attention that Meade County Schools do not publish student honor rolls.

[email protected] (Earlene Bohannon)
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Meade County Public Library hosts aging gracefully fair

The Meade County Public Library held an Aging Gracefully Fair on Saturday, September 20, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. The fair was the idea of Destiney Amiott, who is the School Age Programming Coordinator for the library. She works…

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Two Meade County High School football players blocked by outdated KHSAA rules

Playing under the “Friday Night Lights” on a high school football field is the stuff dreams are made of for many young men across the country. Additionally, high school students should also be able to attend schools while seeking an…

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Meade County High School celebrates Greenwave spirit at 2025 Homecoming

The green and white pride was on full display Friday night as Meade County High School came together for its annual Homecoming celebration, honoring tradition, community, and the spirit of the Greenwave. The evening kicked off with excitement as students,…

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Wheels on the bus: Chelsea Arnold

Thirty-eight-year-old Chelsea Arnold, also known affectionately by her bus kids as Ms. Chelsea, has been driving a school bus for Meade County Schools for five years.

[email protected] (Anastasia Basham)
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Up to Date with Ella Kate A visit to Roberts’ Family Farm

Hi, my name is Ella Kate, and this week, I am going to be writing about Roberts Family Farm. Roberts Family Farm Is a local pumpkin patch (among other things) here in Meade County.

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Meade County School District Teacher Highlight Mrs. Janie Dodson - Barry Hahn Primary School

Janie Dodson brings the wonder of learning to life in the halls of Barry Hahn Primary School every day. A teacher at Meade County School District for 15 years, she dedicates each day to the journey of teaching and learning.

[email protected] (Claire Brown)
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Lady Waves drown the Lady Hornets on Senior Night

On Thursday, September 18, the Meade County Lady Wave volleyball team welcomed the Hancock County Lady Hornets to the Bobby Pollock Court for a home triple-header. The Lady Waves also celebrated Senior Night against the Hornets, recognizing the three seniors…

[email protected] (David Mitchner)