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Host Tricia Pritchard sits down with Andy Johnson to discuss a non-profit organization run by volunteers. ILR provides learning and recreational opportunities for personal fulfillment in an informal environment. https://ilretirement.org/ Facebook

 Host Tricia Pritchard sits down with Melissa Philson to discuss a fundraising initiative at Butler County Community College supporting Glimmer of Hope, a Western Pennsylvania breast cancer foundation.  https://www.bc3.edu/ Facebook Facebook

Get ready to hit the runway for a great cause! 👗✨ Host Tricia Pritchard sits down with Joe Mahoney to talk about an upcoming fashion show raising money for the Gaiser Center Foundation. Find out how you can attend, support the cause, and be part of this special event! https://www.gaisercenter.com/ Facebook

Host Tricia Pritchard sits down with Kierra Wood to discuss her family's achievement of raising over $100,000 to help find the cure for Huntington's Disease. StrikeOutHDNow@gmail.com Facebook

 Host Tricia Pritchard sits down with Tom Knights to talk about a sweet fundraiser at Preston Park where you can sample a variety of creative S’mores and vote for your favorite! 🍫🔥  https://butlertwp.org/ Facebook

Host Tricia Pritchard sits down with Megan Hepler from the Butler County Young Professionals to talk about their initiative to provide Halloween costumes to the children who need them here in our community. https://www.butlercountychamber.com/ Facebook

 Host Tricia Pritchard talks with Michelle Blake about an annual St. Joseph’s event in Cabot, PA, that has been a community tradition since 1969.  Saints Francis & Clare Parish - Butler County, PA

 Host Tricia Pritchard sits down with Emily Gildner from the Center for Community Resources to discuss an upcoming event providing coats to children in the city of Butler.  Center for Community Resources Facebook

Host Tricia Pritchard sits down with Amy Circelli to discuss a group that works to prevent suicides and supports families effected by them. September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, and the Butler County Suicide Coalition have several events and classes you might want to attend. youmatterbutler@gmail.com Facebook If you are experiencing difficult thoughts, please dial 988 and talk to someon...

Host Tricia Pritchard sits down with Michelle Lesniak to discuss a huge fundraiser to help support the cost of the Dolly Parton Imagination Library is a free children’s book program partnership. https://www.southbutlerlibrary.org/ Facebook

 Host Tricia Pritchard sits down with Dave Schnur to discuss a group of gamers who have raised more than $100,000 for charity through their local gaming convention, Sibcon, which is preparing to celebrate its 30th annual event at Butler County Community College.  https://circleofswords.com/ Facebook

 Host Tricia Pritchard sits down with Janette Hensler to discuss hospice care and an upcoming VNA event where participants can release butterflies in memory of loved ones they have lost.  https://www.lutheranseniorlife.org/ Facebook

Host Tricia Pritchard sits down with Dr. Don Vigliotti to discuss the importance of blood donation as well as an upcoming drive in Seven Fields, PA. https://www.vitalant.org/ Facebook

Host Tricia Pritchard sits down with Alex Harrison to discuss a 5K Walk/Run benefiting St. Vincent de Paul and helping provide food to those in need throughout our community.  https://svdpbutler.org Facebook

Host Tricia Pritchard sits down with Tom Spence to discuss some of the new improvements and rental options at Armco Park.  https://bcfymca.org/ Facebook

Host Tricia Pritchard sits down with Erik Fuhr to discuss an upcoming walk/run fundraiser for the BC3 Education Foundation.  BC3 Calendar Facebook

 Host Tricia Pritchard sits down with State Rep. Marci Mustello to discuss a free family-friendly event offering fun for the whole community.  2026 Family Fun Night | Facebook Butler County Chamber of Commerce

Host Tricia Pritchard sits down with Patricia Stagno to discuss the upcoming season of the Butler County Symphony Orchestra. https://butlersymphony.org/ Facebook

Host Tricia Pritchard sits down with Chris Lunn to discuss the Salute to Service Golf Classic that is a collaboration among Alliance for Nonprofit Resources (ANR), Nonprofit Development Corporation (NDC), and Jean B. Purvis Community Health Center (CHC) to support the programs that benefit U.S. military Veterans at each of these organizations. Alliance for Nonprofit Resources

Host Tricia Pritchard sits down with Charmaine Fetterman to discuss a celebration of Italian heritage with delicious food, lively music, and engaging entertainment for the entire community. Butler Italian Days: Celebrate Our Heritage in 2025 | Butler Italian Days Facebook

 Host Tricia Pritchard sits down with Vince Gemma to discuss The Shindig Charity Music Festival, an annual event at Zelienople Community Park that brings together live music, food, family fun, and community spirit while raising money for local charities. Learn how this growing festival is making a difference and what attendees can expect at this year's event.  The Shindig Facebook Instagram

 Host Tricia Pritchard sits down with Jeff Double to discuss an organization whose mission is to collect, preserve, and interpret the documents, artifacts, and historic sites that tell the story of Butler County's rich heritage for the educational benefit of the public.  Butler County Historical Society | Butler Pennsylvania History | 123 West Diamond Street, Butler, PA, USA Facebook

 Host Tricia Pritchard sits down with Roger Barna to discuss how the Rich-Mar Rotary Club has used funds raised through its community efforts to install backup solar power systems at hospitals in Ukraine, helping provide reliable electricity during times of crisis.  http://rich-mar.org/ Facebook

 Host Tricia Pritchard sits down with Dave Hazlet to discuss everything happening at this year's North Washington Rodeo, from the exciting rodeo action to the traditions that have made it a Butler County favorite for generations.  Rodeo Info

 Host Tricia Pritchard sits down with Ken Laughlin to discuss everything happening at this year's Butler Farm Show, including the exhibits, entertainment, competitions, and family-friendly fun.  Butler Farm Show – It began with a plow and grew into a family tradition. Facebook Instagram