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VFW Post 5837 sponsors the Buddy Poppy Good Citizens Writing Essay for 5th-grade students at MES and North Butler each year. The students learn about the Buddy Poppy that is made by disabled veterans. Rules of the essay are to talk to 5 veterans about the poppy and this year they were to write a letter to Mayor Phelps voicing concerns they have or to thank the Mayor.

The Little Muddy Rural Development (RD) Club held its fundraiser auction on Saturday, April, 21^st.  A large crowd gathered to bid on a robust selection of items that were donated for the auction.

Dr. Darryl Dockery has been be named Alpha Chi Outstanding Teacher of the Year at Brescia University in Owensboro Kentucky for the 2017-18 school year. Dr. Dockery is a Senior Lecturer at Brescia University as well as an adjunct Music Educator at Western Kentucky University Owensboro. Dr. Dockery has been teaching for Brescia since 2012 after his retirement from teaching at the Butler County School System. One student said of Dr. Dockery, "He demonstrates a passion and wealth of knowledge for what ever he is teaching." Dr. Dockery lives in Morgantown Kentucky with his wife Deborah.

Morgantown Elementary School Art Teacher, Melissa Rose, worked with students grades K-5 to prepare an original piece of art for the 2nd Annual Art Show.

1.    Broadly speaking, what are the primary reasons you are seeking the office for which you are running?

I feel like I have a lot to offer 2nd District and Butler County by using my experience and knowledge in making decisions that would improve our county.  I care about the people of Butler County and will do whatever I can to improve their livelihood.  I feel with my management skills, I can work with the other County officials, and we can get the most out of our tax dollars.     

4-H Project Day Camp (Craft Camp)

The Butler County 4-H Project Day Camp will be June 27-June 29 at the Eva Hawes Ag Expo Building from 9 a.m.—3 p.m.  We will have many projects available including:  woodworking, needle stitching, cooking, nature crafts, photography, painting, and much, much more. 

First Baptist will host a Wedding shower for Lexie Smith and Noel Belcher on Sunday, April 29^th  from 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm. This will be at First Baptist Fellowship Hall in Morgantown. The Wedding will take place on June 9^th at Morgantown First Baptist Church.  Prayers and blessings for Lexie and Noel has they begin their journey together!

Most young people learn about money management by observing their parents’ saving and spending habits. Allowances are a great way for you to give your young person a hands-on lesson in money management.

Hello, folks of the 2nd district of Butler County,  I want to give you a little information about myself and why I am running for 2nd district magistrate.