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Kevin Lee “Trey” Owens, III

Kevin Lee “Trey” Owens, III, age 12, of Brandenburg, KY, passed away on Saturday, January 18, 2025, in Corydon, IN. Trey was born on February 21, 2012, the son of Kevin Lee, Jr., and Tiffany Owens.

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Blake Powers named Meade County High School head football coach

Blake Powers, who helped Army West Point to the most wins in school history this past season, has been named the 6th head coach in Meade County football history, Principal Garrett Frank announced Monday.

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Fiscal Court holds January meeting

The January meeting of the Meade County Fiscal Court was held on January 14 at the courthouse. Following the Pledge and prayer, Esquire Chapman and Judge Kok reported that the citizens heard the water district’s plea to conserve drinking water.…

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Muldraugh’s future plans and projects

The city of Muldraugh held their first city council meeting of the year on Monday. As always, the meeting began with a prayer and the pledge of allegiance before moving into departmental reports and old business.

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Meade County Board of Adjustments

Meade County Board of Adjustments (BOA) met at 8:30 am on January 12, 2025, at the Meade County Courthouse Planning and Zoning Boardroom. Board members in attendance were:

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On the Contrary...

Imagine my surprised amusement when I recently read on a social media platform a statement that declared that a trio of partners had purchased the Meade County Messenger at the end of 2023. That same author further declared that this…

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Otter Creek Park set to rejoin Meade County

Back before WWll the United States government took 2600 acres of land from Meade County to establish Camp Knox, wiping out at least three towns along Otter Creek in the process. Greyhampton and Garrettsville were industrial towns with mills powered…

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Hug your Dog Winner!

Congratulations Allyson Masterson on being our WINNER! You can pick up your $20 gift car to Doe Valley Bar & Grill here at the Messenger Monday-Friday 9AM-5PM. Again Congratulations.

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Christopher Scott Brady arrested on multiple charges of drug possession and other related charges

On Sunday, January 19, The Messenger, Ky was notified of an arrest involving several law enforcement agencies and vehicles at an address in Meade County. The Messenger Staff reached out for an official statement but one was not available at…

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Man Arrested For Attempting Sex With Minors

A Brandenburg man was arrested Saturday (01/19) for allegedly trying to have sex with two juvenile girls.

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Brandenburg Crash Kills One, Injures Another

The Kentucky State Police investigated a two-vehicle fatal collision on KY 313 at the entrance to the River Ridge Plaza in Brandenburg on Saturday January 18, 2025 at 12:15pm ET.

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Magistrates Resolve Old Business

Members of Meade County Fiscal Court finally heard answers to questions related to a recent audit finding during their regular meeting Tuesday (1/14) evening.

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Council Begins Work In The New Year

Members of the Brandenburg City Council met for their first regular meeting of the new new year Monday (1/13) night.

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Doe Valley Association excelled under 2024’s leadership

After suffering through a couple of years of growing pains and setbacks, the Doe Valley Association (DVA) has hit its stride and found its battle rhythm. 2024 proved to be a year of success, prosperity, and leadership for the Doe…

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Around Meade County- Places to Thrive in ‘25

New Year New You can be challenging in a small town, but there are plenty of options for healthier living around Meade County if you know where to look. Here is a short guide of local options to help you…

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Meade County Schools...there’s an App for that

If you’re like me and are tired of living in the era of multiple apps to stay on top of your family’s busy schedules of school sporting activities, grades, parent/teacher communication, and other relevant school information, then the Meade County…

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Doe Valley’s 19th Hole being rebuilt with plans for grand opening in Spring 2025

Following a devastating fire in August 2023 that destroyed the 19th Hole Restaurant, the Doe Valley Golf Club is now getting a new building to conduct business and operate a new restaurant. The fire destroyed the restaurant section of the…

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Ruth Ann (Singleton) Addison

Ruth Ann (Singleton) Addison, age 81, of Wolf Creek, KY, passed away on Thursday, January 2, 2025, joining her husband, Elijah Addison Jr., in the arms of the Lord.

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Local students rock December Tae Kwon Do testing

On December 9, five Meade County youths tested at Sheroan’s Tae Kwon Do (TKD) in Elizabethtown to earn their next belt levels.

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Local students rock December Tae Kwon Do testing

On December 9, five Meade County youths tested at Sheroan’s Tae Kwon Do (TKD) in Elizabethtown to earn their next belt levels.