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Local Area Newsletter
Covering The Village of Butler
and Worthington Township in Ohio Volume 6, Issue 1
April 2018
158 Heininger Alley, Butler, OH 44822
(419) 883-2473
Butler Area Merchant’s Association
M e m b e r s
Table of ContentsTable of Contents
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Butler, Ohio A Non-Profit Publication
Front Page News ........................................... 1
McCartney Celebrates 40 Years in Business
What’s Going on in Butler ......................... 2
Library Schedule
Butler Branch Library Project
Butler Lioness News
Public Announcement
It’s About Faith .............................................. 3
Three Crosses Café Menu
Easter Sunday events
Hope, by J Hammond
Community Matters ................................... 4
Calendar of Events
Adult Center Menu
BAMA Membership List
Contact Information
Village Council Meeting Schedules
Insert - K. E. McCartney & Associates
Butler Area Merchant’s Association
Butler Village Engineer Celebrates 40 Years in Business
March, 2018 marks 40 years of service for the civil engineering firm K.E. McCartney & Associates (KEM). The cornerstone of KEM’s foundation was set in April, 1951 when company founder Kenneth E. McCartney entered the Army during the Korean War. While in Korea, Ken learned the value of clear communication, how to find innovative solutions in a timely manner, and that quality infrastructure is
paramount to success. He completed his tour in 1953 and went on to earn a Bachelor of Science Degree in Civil Engineering. In 1956 President Dwight D. Eisenhower signed the Federal-Aid Highway Act, setting in motion an economic golden age for the civil engineering industry. Jobs were abundant for young engineers, and Ken joined Porter, Urquhart, McCreary & O’Brien working on a leg of Interstate Route 71 through Richland and Ashland Counties. The 15-mile corridor Ken worked on proved to be very challenging due to significant grade changes; one area required a 100-foot cut through rock. After the
interstate highway system was complete, Ken joined the Mansfield firm Shaffer/Parrett, where he met Barney Parrett. The two went on to become very close friends and eventually opened Parrett/McCartney.
In 1968, a group of gifted engineers joined in partnership to form Richland Engineering Limited, with Ken as Managing Partner. It’s often said that destiny’s in charge and we’re just along for the ride, a compelling thought considering that in 1978 Ken took his experience and expertise, along with a considerable amount of grit, and established KEM.
From the beginning, Ken set out to build a different kind of engineering firm, one that cares about the communities it works for and considers the impact to our environment when planning improvements. Ken instilled these values in the company until his passing on April 2nd, 1994. Since that time, the KEM family, including Ken’s children, dedicated staff, and now several grandchildren, has carried the company torch, all the while holding true to the lessons Ken learned so many years ago on the battlefields of Korea: provide clear communication, find innovative solutions, and work efficiently.
Today KEM has nearly 50 employees with equipment ranging from 3D Laser Scanners to Robotic Total Stations and trucks equipped with cameras that televise underground pipes. Ken would be astonished at the technological advancements in our industry and proud that KEM is on the cutting-edge of that technology. So there you have it, a lot of history in a few paragraphs. And while it’s
not possible to tell the full story in this brief narrative, we hope it provides you with a better understanding of how KEM operates and why we work so hard to maintain an unmatched standard of quality. It’s really very simple; Ken would expect it, and the Village of Butler deserves nothing less.
Butler / Worthington Township Ohio Businesses
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21 Elm Street Butler, Ohio 44822 April 2018 Programs
The Butler Branch Library will be closed from April 2-14 for remodeling.
Children
Royal Readers - Monday, April 9, 6 PM
Held at Butler Adult Center: Join us for princess stories and fun!
Perler Party - Monday, April 23, 4 PM
Lego Club - Monday, April 30, 4 PM
DIY Cloud Light - Thursday, April 19, 3 PM
Stop in and make your very own cloud light!
Coloring Party - Tuesday, April 24, 6 PM
Finish It Friday - Friday, April 27, 23, 30, 1 to 4 PM
Adults
Teens
Adults & Teens
Escape Room: Death of a Detective - Tuesday, April 2, 4 PM and 6 PM
Held at Butler Adult Center: Investigate the death of a detective by finding his evidence files. Search for clues, find hidden messages and solve the mystery before time runs out and the murderer finds you!!
Chief Brian Darby resigned as Chief of Police after 5 plus years of service. Rod Fry was sworn in as the new chief on Monday, March 26. Officer Fry has served Butler for almost 28 years.
PUBLIC NOTICE
Butler Branch Library Project
The Mansfield/Richland County Public Library is pleased to share plans to brighten up the Butler Branch Library. When I started as Library Director in June of last year, we took a look at each of our nine locations and saw need for some work at the Butler Branch Library.
The project is set to start on Monday, April 2 and is scheduled through Friday, April 14, though it is possible it will be finished sooner.
What can the Butler community expect to see from this project? A more welcoming branch library! The entrance will have new walk-off carpeting rather than tile, which will be great for
those snowy and rainy days. This will transition into a nice patterned carpet inside the library. The walls and columns will be painted in an effort to further give the library and clean and brighter look. New computer seating will also be available.
The project continues downstairs as the steps will be carpeted and the lower level will be refinished. The Butler Branch Community Room will be re-carpeted and painted. New tables will be available for both library and community events.
We hope you will visit your Butler Branch Library once this project is completed!
Chris May
Mansfield/Richland County Public Library Director
BUTLER LIONESS NEWS MARCH 5, 2018 MEETING RECAPPED
We had a great turnout from our neighboring Lions and Lioness clubs when we hosted the March Guest Night and Auction. The tables were filled with delicious soups,
sandwiches and desserts. Where else can you get veggie pizza, pulled pork sandwiches, chicken sandwiches and subs as a main entrée, along with five different soups. The desserts not only looked delicious – they were! Thanks to all the Lioness who out-did themselves preparing the meal.
After dinner Lioness Peggy with help from the
Lioness ladies began the annual auction. We had baked goods, quilts, a variety of theme baskets and many other items to auction off and with Peggy’s great auctioneer abilities we had lots of fun! And we earned the club some additional funds to help out our community.
Peggy was in great form working from her wheelchair. It was exciting to see her back at a meeting! Thanks!
The fun she generated was invigorating and made the bidding exciting! Treasurer Patsy, President Donna and Secretary Mary Lee enjoyed the bidding process!
SUNDAYS 10 AM to 12 PM
111 West Elm Street Butler, Ohio 44822
419-883-3881
riveroflifebutler.com
It’s About It’s About
FFAITHAITH
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HOPE
Last year, I wrote about a time in my life where I challenged God to show Himself to me for real, or I was walking away from Him forever. He has done that for me, and so much more. Fast-forward to today, since last year, I have had to face many personal challenges. In addition, as one who lives alone, I have way too much time to think about far too much. Were it not for my Lord, I fear where those thoughts could take me. This feeling of isolation, of being invisible, of not fitting in - it plagues me lately (again).
This Sunday, we who love the Lord will remember our Lord’s resurrection. My own struggles have brought to mind the rejection Jesus suffered, prior to his murder. He was often treated poorly by the religious elite, and others. By today’s standards, such treatment would be considered bullying, emotional abuse, and downright murder. Who would stand up for him, if he was with us today, in human form? I fear, not very many.
His strength, in facing His own murder, amazes me. My issues, in comparison to what he suffered, are minor. I am ashamed to admit that right now, I can barely find the want-to, to keep going. Yet, I throw aside my pride, and I write this here, knowing there may be others reading this who are struggling as I am. I want to assure you that I have found true comfort and strength only from Jesus.
I think about how others keep going who don’t trust in the Lord. Alcohol? Drugs? Other destructive behaviors? If Jesus was not Lord of my life, I am pretty sure that I would have fallen into some of those same destructive behaviors, things from which I
might never have escaped. But Jesus saved me from myself.
I wonder who comforted Him in his hour of need? No one but the Father. Yet he is here, with me and for me, holding me up while I am weak and world weary. This trial is too overwhelming to handle on my own, but I know that it will pass, because he’s with me, guiding me through it to calmer waters as he has always done for me.
I ponder the fear, the agony, the terror he must have felt, in that last hour of his life. His sweat contained blood, according to the Bible. That’s some pretty serious terror. He asked God if there was any way the thing he was about to face could be avoided, yet he knew there wasn’t. He could have refused to do it, but for us, he willingly faced His own murder. He knew humanity would have no hope of escape from hell itself, without the sacrifice he was about to make. So he died for all of us, for someone like me who needs Him, who desires His presence, His comfort, and for those who would accept that he is the only way to be saved from destruction and be reconciled to our heavenly Father.
For His sacrifice, I will love Him forever. Without Him, my life would spiral into a pit of despair from which I might not recover.
Jesus is my only hope, my strength, my refuge, the solid rock on which I stand. He is those things for anyone who can believe that he is truly the risen Son of God.
April 04: Chicken & Noodles, Tossed Salad, Dessert 11: Mexican Meal
18: Quiche, Egg Casseroles, Fruit, Danishes 25: Sloppy Joes, Macaroni Salad, Veggie Pizza & Dessert
All foods homemade. Different menu each month. A donations-only, non-profit, all volunteer community outreach ministry.
3 Crosses Café Open to Community 10:30 AM - 1:30 PM
Come Visit Us! Enjoy time with family and
friends, or just relax and refresh your spirit.
April 1 Easter Sunday
Three Crosses Church Sunrise Service in the park
River of Life Church
Easter Breakfast
PUBLIC INVITED
8:30 a.m.
"He is not here, for He has risen, just as He said. Come, see the place where He was lying.
Matthew 28:6
BUTLER AREA MERCHANT’S ASSOCIATION ANNOUNCEMENT This issue begins our 6th year of publication. Also, Butler Area
Merchant’s Association membership renewal year 2018-2019 begins on June 1, extending through May 31.
We welcome new members, as well. A minimum of $50 donation secures your membership for one year. Your membership includes monthly ads and articles in this newsletter, for an entire year. Donations can be sent to our address shown on bottom right corner of this page.
Community Matters
Butler Area Merchant’s Association
Membership List
Core Group Wesley Dingus, President
Cathie Kinley, Vice President Mark Dubler, Treasurer
Natasha Waltz, Secretary Judy Hammond, Butler Area News
Individuals Mayor Ken & Cathie Kinley
Ruth Harris, with Red Harris (in memoriam) Sheryl Smith
Businesses Bill’s Barber Shop
Butler Clear Fork Adult Center Butler Clear Fork Valley Historical Society
Butler Lion’s Club Butler Lioness Club Carr’s Auto Repair Ducky’s Pub & Grill
Five Points Dairy Bar K. E. McCartney
Linda (and Charles) Applegate Daylilies & Hostas Mansfield Library / Butler Branch
Refreshing Images / Dana Gleason Richland Bank
Shari and Sons Tax Service, Inc. Smith’s Body Shop
Tall Timber Inn Teresa’s Seasonal Specialties Weekley Chrysler Jeep Dodge
Whiffletree Wilson Family Realty
Winbigler Restoration and Repair
It’s About Faith Clear Fork Christian Preschool & Learning Center
North Bend Church of the Brethren River of Life Church
The Clothes Closet - Three Crosses Church Three Crosses Church
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EASTER SUNDAY
Butler Area Merchant’s
2 0 1 8 S C H E D U L E O F E V E N T S APRIL 01 .. Easter Sunday: Sunrise - Service in the park, Three Crosses Church 8:30 a.m. - Easter Breakfast, River of Life Church 2 - 14 .. Library CLOSED for remodeling