Slippery Rock University is reporting its first case of COVID-19 on campus. According to the university’s website, one student tested positive as of yesterday. SRU’s protocol requires those... Read more
Portion Of Turnpike To Close This Weekend
Motorists should be aware that a portion of the Pennsylvania Turnpike will temporarily close this weekend. According to a news release from the Turnpike Commission, the closure will take pla... Read more
Lowrie House To Reopen
The public is invited to attend the grand reopening celebration of a local historical landmark. The Butler County Historical Society has planned an event from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday to w... Read more
Local Schools To Receive Special Education Grants
Several local school districts will receive state funding in order to help with providing education services for students with special needs. According to State Representative Marci Mustello... Read more
Controversial Agreement Between Central PA Car Show And State Comes Under Scrutiny
An agreement between the state and a car show near Harrisburg is coming under scrutiny after it allowed up to 20,000 people per day at the event. Local attorney Tom King, who is prosecuting... Read more
Thursday Update: Five New COVID-19 Cases
There were five new cases of COVID-19 reported Thursday for Butler County. The new positive results come along with 250 negative tests, giving the report a positivity rate just shy of two pe... Read more
Although forced work stoppages due to COVID-19 had a major impact on timelines for construction, Slippery Rock University was able to make some progress with several projects. The over $30 m... Read more
Butler Health System Warns Of Robocall Scam
The Butler Health System is asking for the public to be aware of a scam recently reported by a local resident. A community member told BHS that they received a robo call from a number identi... Read more
South Butler Adjusts School Reopening Plans
The South Butler County School District is modifying the plan the return of students to education on Monday, August 31st. The Phased Reopening Plan recommended by Superintendent Dr. David Fo... Read more
Wingfest At Beacon Canceled
Butler County’s Wingfest is the latest event to be canceled due to COVID-19. Event organizers were hoping to hold the event at the end of this month, but ultimately decided to cancel yesterd... Read more