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Sterling White has resigned from his position on the Morgantown City Council.  Morgantown Mayor Billy Phelps said White told him that he was proud of the work that was accomplished during his four years on the council and he wished to thank everyone for their support. 

FRANKFORT - On Friday, Dec. 4, the Kentucky Fish and Wildlife Commission recommended hunting and fishing regulations on behalf of the sportspersons of the commonwealth.

The Commission recommended the following hunting regulations:

Elizabethtown, Ky. – Through the combined efforts of Realtors® Hope for Hunger and Feeding America, Kentucky’s Heartland (FAKH), a total of 1,292 pounds of food have been distributed to families in need in Butler County.

DECEMBER 17, 2020 – For many Kentuckians, the holiday season is bittersweet. Families across the commonwealth are praying for a gift that cannot be found wrapped under the tree – the gift of life. The Kentucky Circuit Court Clerks’ Trust For Life encourages everyone to spread holiday cheer by joining the Kentucky Organ Donor Registry.

FRANKFORT, Ky. (December 17, 2020) – Rep. Steve Sheldon of Bowling Green will serve on the Economic Development and Workforce Investment; Health and Family Services; and Small Business and Informational Technology committees when the Kentucky General Assembly convenes in early January, according to an announcement this afternoon from the office of House Speaker David Osborne.

Here we are at the end of a crazy, unprecedented, whirlwind of a year, and we still have one thing to consider. Should I take the COVID vaccine? It is on everyone's mind. "Is it safe?" 

Frankfort, Ky. — Senator C.B. Embry (R-Morgantown) was presented with the 2020 Humane Legislator Award on Tuesday afternoon, recognizing him for his work on animal protection issues, including his 2020 Regular Session sponsorship of Senate Bill (SB) 21, legislation allowing veterinarians to report suspected animal abuse.

Prior to SB 21’s passage, Kentucky was the only state in the country that prevented veterinarians from making such a report. The bill passed both chambers unanimously with overwhelming, bipartisan support. 

Please enjoy these letters to Santa from students at North Butler Elementary School. If you don't see your child's class, check back again soon. Classes will be added. 

On Tuesday, December 8th the Butler County Board of education met in a regular session meeting at 6:30 PM in the Butler County High School Auditorium.

The Covid-19 pandemic has far-reaching effects in communities across America and ours is no exception. Thankfully, there are groups and organizations that are working harder than ever to assist families who struggle.