Throughout the world—and right here in Butler County—it is no secret that immense fear, frustration, and loneliness are being felt. Regardless of individual values, there is a growing sense of danger that seems to intensify with each new sunrise in our community. The most important thing to remember is this: what is becoming increasingly normal —extreme violence, innocent people being ripped from their homes, lives lost senselessly—is not  normal. And it cannot be accepted as

As we head toward the end of 2025, it’s worth taking a moment to look at what this team accomplished together.