County Leaders Work On Issues
Members of Meade County Fiscal Court worked through a lengthy session during their regular meeting Tuesday (6/10) night.
Man Arrested After Pursuit
A Battletown man was arrested after a police pursuit early Tuesday (6/10) morning in Meade County.
Oh, Deer! Please leave the baby deer alone!
A time much enjoyed in Meade County, especially in places like Doe Valley, has arrived. Baby deer season! Beginning in late May, we begin to see fawns walking around with their mothers, looking too cute to be real with tiny…
My name is Earl(ene)
My name is Earlene. I am named after my father, Earl. My nephew, who is my father’s oldest grandson, is named Dennis Earl, in honor of the same man. When I was at Battletown School, I went to school with…
Treading the water crisis in Battletown
Less than a week ago, a post made on Facebook was brought to the attention of The Meade County Messenger (MCM) when the editor was tagged in the post. The post, written by Sarah Hamilton Dukes, stated, in part, “The…
City Council Resets Occupational Ordinance Discussion
A room full of citizens looked on as the Brandenburg City Council moved forward on a re introduction of a proposed occupation tax ordinance during their regular meeting Monday (6/9) night.
Minister’s Corner
Helen Barnes Pastoral Care Staff Radiant Church
Human Remains Found In Brandenburg Identified
The human remains that was found behind a residence on Old State Road in Brandenburg on May 10 has been identified.
Otter Creek comes HOME
After 100 years, the area of Meade County known as Otter Creek Park has been returned to its original county. The United States Army took the land as a part of the Fort Knox military reservation. The land was later…
Brandenburg Outreach hosts inaugural ‘Hope in Motion’ Walkathon at Buttermilk Falls
On the beautiful Saturday morning of May 17th, local walkers collectively met up at the historic Buttermilk Falls Trail to walk in solidarity and support of the Brandenburg Outreach’s Hope in Motion Walkathon. The Brandenburg Outreach’s mission is to provide…
One Dead After Head On Crash
Kentucky State Police responded to a two-vehicle collision in Meade County Saturday (5/31) night that resulted in a fatality and injured two other people.
Meade County is in safe hands with local Emergency Medical Services
National EMS Week is an annual event that recognizes and celebrates the dedication and hard work of emergency medical service (EMS) professionals. It usually takes place during the third full week of May. This is an opportunity to show gratitude…
Meade County High School Class of 2025 say their final farewells
On Friday, May 23rd, the Meade County High School (MCHS) Senior Class of 2025 filed onto Hamilton Field one final time to receive their diplomas, signifying the end of their high school journey. Some were teary-eyed, while others were simply…
Gasoline filled tanker truck accident forces evacuations for Meade Countians
Meade County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO), Ekron Fire Department, Meade County Emergency Medical Services (EMS) and Meade County Emergency Management Agency (EMA) were dispatched on May 21 to the intersection of Sandy Hill Road and Ky 79 in response to a…
Meade County Lady Wave Softball celebrates their seniors
The Lady Wave Softball senior players were celebrated for their achievements on Thursday, May 15th, before their 6:00pm game against the Elizabethtown Lady Panthers. It was a touching commemoration of their time with the team, but also a thoughtful sendoff…
Travis and Rachel Flaherty are Meade County Friends of Scouting Distinguished Citizen
The Meade County Friends of Scouting Distinguished Citizen Award luncheon was held at The Venue at Robert’s Family Farm on Tuesday, May 20, 2025. The winners of the award were Travis and Rachel Flaherty.
Aunt Valaria Gets a House
Drake Kentucky was a small community, but now has a population equal to Brandenburg. When I knew it, it was a tiny place located on a north/south line, 18 miles south/west of Franklin, KY and 20 miles Northeast of Bowling Green, Ky. I was born in 1945, but this true story took place in 1933 […]
Disaster Recovery Center Opens In Meade County
A Disaster Recovery Center has opened in Meade County to offer in-person support to Kentucky survivors who experienced loss as the result of the April severe storms, straight-line winds, flooding, landslides and mudslides.
Fiscal Court holds May meeting
The first item of business on May 13 was an open session for citizens to address the Court. Daniel Shireman stated that he lived across the river but did a lot of business in Meade County. He said he was…
May School Board Meeting sees pay raises for district employees
The Meade County Board of Education convened their monthly meeting on Tuesday, May 13th at Stuart Pepper Middle School. As all meetings kick off with, Pastor Seth Miller from the First Baptist Church in Brandenburg providing opening invocation. Dr. Mark…