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On Tuesday afternoon February 6, members of the General Richard Butler Chapter of the Sons of the American Revolution presented a certificate to the Boys and Girls Club of Butler County recognizing them for the proper display of the American flag.Since 1889 the Sons of the American Revolution have honored our Revolutionary War patriot ancestors by promoting patriotism, serving our communities and educating and inspiring future generations about the founding principles of our Country.

My DAR Patriot is Peyton (Paten) Brown, my great grandfather; he served as a private for the Virginia State Artillery Regiment during the Revolutionary War. The Revolutionary War formally began on April 19, 1775, at Lexington, Massachusetts.

Butler County High School held Bearfest on Friday night between the district doubleheader with Whitesville Trinity.  Gage Bealsey and Taylor Leach were crowned King and Queen of Homecoming. Taylor is the daughter of Tina and Todd Leach of Morgantown. Gage is the son of Scotty and Stacey Beasley, also of Morgantown.

Representing the Freshmen Class:

CAMPBELLSVILLE, KY -- The academic honors Dean's List for the Fall 2023 semester has been announced by Dr. Donna Hedgepath, Campbellsville University's provost and vice president for academic affairs.

The 2024 Private Pesticide Applicator Training dates are listed below.  Farmers who apply pesticides on their own farm should be private pesticide applicators and are required to keep records of the applications.  The training covers how to use pesticide products safely, information about the worker protection standard, and some pest management issues common in Butler County.  

Belmont Christian Academy honor roll.

Sis Farrah's Pre-K Class: 

Titus Lee & Quentin Hurd 

Sis Tammy's Kindergarten Class: 

Anthony Skipworth, Kynlee Tyree, & Ryman Lee 

Sis Penny's 1st-2nd Grade Class: 

Aubrie Taylor, Caleb Alexander, Joshua Williams, Tanner Alexander, Alyssa Hurd, Bo Inman, Hattie Clark, Oaklie Smith, Paisley Tyree, Ransom Daugherty, Kaylin Hooten, Serenity Vitek, Josiah Williams

Sis Salena's 3rd-5th Grade Class: 

Herbal Mama celebrated their grand opening on December 6, 2023, following their opening day of November 25, 2023. Herbal Mama is  better known as Davina Gidcumb.

When asked what pushed her to open her own storefront, Davina stated her family played a major role in her decision to research and begin utilizing natural – organic products. Several years ago her son battled asthma and her daughter also had medical concerns.

Carrie Ann’s Creations – Events and Florals celebrated their grand opening on December 15, 2023, prior to their opening day of December 16, 2023. 

During Thursday night's City Council Meeting, Mayor Billy Phelps gave the following State of the City Address.

Belmont Christian Academy released their 2nd quarter honor roll.

Sis Farrah's Pre-K Class:

Titus Lee & Quentin Hurd

Sis Tammy's Kindergarten Class:

Anthony Skipworth, Kynlee Tyree, & Ryman Lee

Sis Penny's 1st-2nd Grade Class:

Aubrie Taylor, Caleb Alexander, Joshua Williams, Tanner Alexander, Alyssa Hurd, Bo Inman, Hattie Clark, Oaklie Smith, Paisley Tyree, Ransom Daugherty, Kaylin Hooten, Serenity Vitek, Josiah Williams