City of Butler Georgia

05/08/2026

🎤 Taylor County… it’s your turn to take the stage.

We’re excited to announce the very first **Road to Music on Main** happening Friday, June 26th in Downtown Butler!

This free local artist showcase is open to ALL ages and ALL music genres. Whether you sing country, gospel, acoustic, pop, southern rock, or something completely different… we want to hear you.

This event is designed for solo artists and smaller acoustic-style groups, and all music must be clean and family-friendly.

The best part? The community will help choose the winner through live voting at the end of the event! The winning artist will earn the opportunity to open for the main act at the 2026 Taylor Made Fall Festival on November 7th. 🎶

Apply now using the link below
https://forms.gle/wucpJ1ZUSUUpcoSM7
📅 Deadline to apply: May 22, 2026

05/07/2026

City of Butler Issues Update on Water Service Outage

The City of Butler is officially aware that residents and businesses in Butler are currently experiencing an interruption in water service.

The Public Works Department has been deployed and are working diligently to identify the cause and resolve the issue as quickly as possible.

We understand the inconvenience this causes and appreciate your patience.

05/06/2026

04/30/2026

BUTLER FIRE DEPARTMENT
REYNOLDS FIRE DEPARTMENT
TAYLOR COUNTY FIRE DEPARTMENT

PRESS RELEASE – FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Date: 04/30/2026

Subject: Burn Ban

While we have received some rain recently, please be aware that we are still under a MANDATORY BURN BAN. The notice below is still active.

Due to worsening drought conditions and the increased risk of wildfires, Georgia Forestry Commission has issued a burn ban affecting 91 counties across Central and South Georgia. Effective immediately, the City of Butler, the City of Reynolds, and Taylor County will be under a full burn ban for ALL outdoor burning.

This action is necessary to protect lives, property, and natural resources during these extreme conditions.

Please be advised:
• All outdoor burning is prohibited
• No burn permits will be issued
• No warning will be given
• Violators will be cited

We urge all residents to comply with this order and take extra precautions to prevent accidental fires. If you have any questions, please contact any of the offices listed.

04/24/2026

BUTLER FIRE DEPARTMENT
REYNOLDS FIRE DEPARTMENT
TAYLOR COUNTY FIRE DEPARTMENT

PRESS RELEASE – FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Date: 04/24/2026

Subject: Burn Ban

Due to worsening drought conditions and the increased risk of wildfires, Georgia Forestry Commission has issued a burn ban affecting 91 counties across Central and South Georgia. Effective immediately, the City of Butler, the City of Reynolds, and Taylor County will be under a full burn ban for ALL outdoor burning.

This action is necessary to protect lives, property, and natural resources during these extreme conditions.

Please be advised:
• All outdoor burning is prohibited
• No burn permits will be issued
• No warning will be given
• Violators will be cited

We urge all residents to comply with this order and take extra precautions to prevent accidental fires. If you have any questions, please contact any of the offices listed.

04/20/2026

Our Office will be CLOSED on Tuesday, April 21st due to the passing and funeral service of our Mayor. We will reopen on Wednesday, April 22nd at 8:00 AM.

04/19/2026

CITY OF BUTLER MOURNS SUDDEN PASSING OF MAYOR WILLIAM “BARRY” WHITLEY

The City of Butler announces with deep sadness the death of our beloved Mayor William Barry Whitley. Mayor Whitley passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, April 18th.

Mayor Whitley was sworn in as Mayor of the City of Butler on February 15, 2013. Prior to that he served as a Council Member and Mayor Pro-Tem on the Butler City Council.

Please keep his family and loved ones in your prayers during this very difficult time.

We also ask for grace as we mourn the loss of our Mayor and friend.

04/02/2026

Wishing everyone a happy and blessed Easter weekend!

04/01/2026

Please join us in welcoming the new Assistant Chief of the Butler Police Department. Wally Carpenter was sworn in today by Judge Jennifer Williams. He will act as the interim Chief during the absence of our Chief of Police Matthew Woodard, while he does his military duty serving our country.

04/01/2026

🎲🎲

We’re switching things up this month! 🎲

With many offices and businesses closed for Good Friday, we didn’t want to miss out on the fun — so we’re bringing it to you a day early!

First Thursday | Power Lunch on Main
(April only)

Grab your coworkers, meet up with friends, and take your lunch break downtown with us! 🍽️

Games, lunch specials, and a great reason to get out of the office 🙌

Who are you bringing with you?! 👇

02/12/2026

👢✨ It’s finally here — Banquet Day! ✨👢

The day we’ve all been waiting for has arrived, and we can’t wait to see everyone tonight as we celebrate the true *Boots on the Ground* of our community.

From the leaders to the volunteers to the businesses that keep everything moving — tonight is all about YOU.

🍽️ Check out the menu below

A little housekeeping before we kick things off:

🕠 Doors open at 5:30 PM for networking
🕕 Program begins at 6:00 PM

✔️ If you’re attending with a business, please check in under your **business name**
✔️ If you RSVP’d and plan to pay at the door, we will accept **cash or check only**
✔️ Please enter through the door where you see the **Chamber sign on the side**

Get ready for a great evening of celebration, laughter, and time well spent with some of the very best people 🤍 Please share!
Becky Parks Forbes Susan Joyner Peed Heather Nipper Sissy Clayton McLaughlin LaTonja Turner Paul Owen Farr Tina Moore