Photo Gallery: Monday, Dec. 2, 2024

2024-12-02 00:15:00

A parade participant dressed as an elf waves to the crowd during the Spirit of Christmas parade along Main Street in Butler on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Morgan Phillips/Butler Eagle

Moniteau High School's marching band performed during the Spirit of Christmas parade along Main Street in Butler on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Morgan Phillips/Butler Eagle

A Jeep decked out in Christmas attire drives down Main Street during the Spirit of Christmas parade in Butler on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Morgan Phillips/Butler Eagle

Oakland Township fire trucks participated in the Spirit of Christmas parade along Main Street in Butler on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Morgan Phillips/Butler Eagle

A Nativity float makes its way along Main Street during Butler’s Spirit of Christmas Parade on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Morgan Phillips/Butler Eagle

Butler Senior High School's Golden Tornado Marching Band performed during the Spirit of Christmas parade along Main Street in Butler on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Morgan Phillips/Butler Eagle

Christmas themed floats were in abundance at this year's Spirit of Christmas parade along Main Street in Butler on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Morgan Phillips/Butler Eagle

A Sirkus Days performed spits fire during the Spirit of Christmas parade along Main Street in Butler on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Morgan Phillips/Butler Eagle

Butler Transit Authority dressed one of its busses up a reindeer during the Spirit of Christmas parade along Main Street in Butler on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Morgan Phillips/Butler Eagle

Parade participants throw candy during the Spirit of Christmas parade along Main Street in Butler on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Morgan Phillips/Butler Eagle

Moniteau High School's marching band performed during the Spirit of Christmas parade along Main Street in Butler on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Morgan Phillips/Butler Eagle

The Butler Youth Baseball float wishes parade attendees a Merry Christmas during the Spirit of Christmas parade along Main Street in Butler on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Morgan Phillips/Butler Eagle

Dragonfly Balloons put on a juggling act during the Spirit of Christmas parade along Main Street in Butler on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Morgan Phillips/Butler Eagle

Mrs. Claus performs during the Spirit of Christmas parade along Main Street in Butler on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Morgan Phillips/Butler Eagle

Parade participants came in elaborate Christmas costumes during the Spirit of Christmas parade along Main Street in Butler on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Morgan Phillips/Butler Eagle

Performers dance along Main Street during the Spirit of Christmas parade in Butler on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Morgan Phillips/Butler Eagle

Butler High School's Golden Tornado Marching Band performed during the Spirit of Christmas parade along Main Street in Butler on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Morgan Phillips/Butler Eagle

A Sirkus Days performer spits fire during the Spirit of Christmas parade along Main Street in Butler on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Morgan Phillips/Butler Eagle

Dancers dressed as reindeer performed during the Spirit of Christmas parade along Main Street in Butler on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Morgan Phillips/Butler Eagle

A parade participant dressed as a reindeer throws candy during the Spirit of Christmas parade along Main Street in Butler on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Morgan Phillips/Butler Eagle

The Grinch waves to the crowds along Main Street during the Spirit of Christmas parade in Butler on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Morgan Phillips/Butler Eagle

The Butler Senior High School Spanish Club dressed a Christmas themed Mexican foods during the Spirit of Christmas parade along Main Street in Butler on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Morgan Phillips/Butler Eagle

A snowman hands out candy during the Spirit of Christmas parade along Main Street in Butler on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Morgan Phillips/Butler Eagle

Butler Mayor Bob Dandoy throws candy during the Spirit of Christmas parade along Main Street in Butler on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Morgan Phillips/Butler Eagle

The Butler High School Golden Tornado Marching Band performed during the Spirit of Christmas parade along Main Street in Butler on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Morgan Phillips/Butler Eagle

Dancers dressed as reindeers performed during the Spirit of Christmas parade along Main Street in Butler on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Morgan Phillips/Butler Eagle

The Butler High School Golden Tornado Marching Band performed during the Spirit of Christmas parade along Main Street in Butler on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Morgan Phillips/Butler Eagle

A gingerbread man high fives children during the Spirit of Christmas parade along Main Street in Butler on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Morgan Phillips/Butler Eagle

A parade float participant eats candy during the Spirit of Christmas parade along Main Street in Butler on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Morgan Phillips/Butler Eagle

Mrs. Claus waves to the crowds during the Spirit of Christmas parade along Main Street in Butler on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Morgan Phillips/Butler Eagle

The Butler Youth Baseball float throws candy during the Spirit of Christmas parade along Main Street in Butler on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Morgan Phillips/Butler Eagle

Parade participants dressed in Christmas themed attire during the Spirit of Christmas parade along Main Street in Butler on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Morgan Phillips/Butler Eagle

Moniteau High School's marching band performed during the Spirit of Christmas parade along Main Street in Butler on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Morgan Phillips/Butler Eagle

Dancers performed during the Spirit of Christmas parade along Main Street in Butler on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Morgan Phillips/Butler Eagle

Moniteau High School's marching band performed during the Spirit of Christmas parade along Main Street in Butler on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Morgan Phillips/Butler Eagle

The Butler Senior High School Golden Tornado Marching Band performed during the Spirit of Christmas parade along Main Street in Butler on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Morgan Phillips/Butler Eagle

Moniteau High School's marching band performed during the Spirit of Christmas parade along Main Street in Butler on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Morgan Phillips/Butler Eagle

Vehicles and ATVs were dressed up as reindeer during the Spirit of Christmas parade along Main Street in Butler on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Morgan Phillips/Butler Eagle

A parade participant tries to stay warm on his float during the Spirit of Christmas parade along Main Street in Butler on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Morgan Phillips/Butler Eagle

Parade participants throw candy to the crowd during the Spirit of Christmas parade along Main Street in Butler on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Morgan Phillips/Butler Eagle

Moniteau High School's marching band performed during the Spirit of Christmas parade along Main Street in Butler on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Morgan Phillips/Butler Eagle

Kyra Barbiaux of LoMa.Gallery in Mars prepares a children’s corner for Small Business Saturday on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Morgan Phillips/Butler Eagle

Customer Cheryl Kahn makes a purchase at Pfeifer Hardware & Supply during Small Business Saturday in Mars on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Morgan Phillips/Butler Eagle

Amy Dickson, owner of Hot Mama's Pierogies in Mars, prepares a doughnut order for a customer during Small Business Saturday on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Morgan Phillips/Butler Eagle

Customer Cheryl Kahn makes a purchase at Pfeifer Hardware & Supply during Small Business Saturday in Mars on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Morgan Phillips/Butler Eagle

Bill and Lynn Appman visit the flying saucer in Mars before visiting shops during Small Business Saturday in Mars on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Morgan Phillips/Butler Eagle

Patty and Jon Grubbs patronize Grand Avenue Grille in Mars during Small Business Saturday on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Morgan Phillips/Butler Eagle

Kyra Barbiaux of LoMa.Gallery in Mars prepares a children’s corner for Small Business Saturday on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Morgan Phillips/Butler Eagle

Amy Dickson, owner of Hot Mama's Pierogies in Mars, prepares a batch of pierogis on Small Business Saturday on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Morgan Phillips/Butler Eagle

Amy Dickson, owner of Hot Mama's Pierogies in Mars, prepares a doughnut order for customer Nora Foster during Small Business Saturday on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Morgan Phillips/Butler Eagle

A customer carries his box of donuts purchased from Bebe Kakes in Mars during Small Business Saturday on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Morgan Phillips/Butler Eagle

Nora Foster holds a box of donuts purchased from Bebe Kakes during Small Business Saturday in Mars on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Morgan Phillips/Butler Eagle

Christie Kline checks receipts behind the counter at Grand Avenue Grille in Mars during Small Business Saturday on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Morgan Phillips/Butler Eagle

Kyra Barbiaux of LoMa.Gallery in Mars prepares a children’s corner for Small Business Saturday on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Morgan Phillips/Butler Eagle

Vicki Briner, left, and Debbie Hall paint a winter-themed "porch leaner" during a fundraising event for the Portersville/Muddy Creek EMS at Steele's Brushes and Ceramics in Center Township on Sunday, Dec. 1, 2024. William Pitts/Butler Eagle

Sharon Smith, left, and Jim Smith paint a winter-themed "porch leaner" during a fundraising event for the Portersville/Muddy Creek EMS at Steele's Brushes and Ceramics in Center Township on Sunday, Dec. 1, 2024. William Pitts/Butler Eagle

Mars is ready for Christmas after the tree and UFO were lit up during Light Up Mars in Mars on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Holly Mead/Special to the Eagle

Homemade hats can be found scattered around Mars to help people keep warm, as seen during Light Up Mars on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Holly Mead/Special to the Eagle

Maeve Lynch gets her very own Rudolf at Light Up Mars in Mars on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Holly Mead/Special to the Eagle

Ella and Callahan Glies give their Christmas wish lists to Santa and Mrs. Claus during Light Up Mars in Mars on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Holly Mead/Special to the Eagle

From left, Rich-Mar Rotary Club president Dave Hein, Mars Police Chief Mark Lint, Mars Mayor Gregg Hartung and retired Shaler police officer Jim Long attend Light Up Mars in Mars on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Holly Mead/Special to the Eagle

The tree in downtown Mars is lit up during Light Up Mars in Mars on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Holly Mead/Special to the Eagle

Ryan Salazar passes out necklaces to attendees of Light Up Mars in Mars on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Holly Mead/Special to the Eagle

Mars Mayor Gregg Hartung, right, thanks Rich-Mar Rotary Club president Dave Hein for the donation of an automated external defibrillator for use in Mars borough during Light Up Mars in Mars on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Holly Mead/Special to the Eagle

A tree was decorated and ready to be lit up during Light Up Mars in Mars on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Holly Mead/Special to the Eagle

Rich-Mar Rotary Club president Dave Hein presents police chief Mark Lint with an automated external defibrillator for use in Mars borough as Mayor Gregg Hartung, right, looks on during Light Up Mars in Mars on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Holly Mead/Special to the Eagle

Santa and Mrs. Claus greet guests at Light Up Mars in Mars on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Holly Mead/Special to the Eagle

A Knoch player makes a layup during a boys basketball game against Moon on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024, at Geneva College. Moon won 63-56. Chris Leisie/Special to the Eagle

Butler's Mavrik Clement (5) dribbles down the court against Obama Academy during a boys basketball game Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024, at Geneva College. Butler won 71-52. Chris Leisie/Special to the Eagle

Butler's Tayt Lucas (12) shoots a free throw after getting fouled by Obama Academy during a boys basketball game Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024, at Geneva College. Butler won 71-52. Chris Leisie/Special to the Eagle

Butler's Stainton Forbes (4) goes up with the ball against Obama Academy during a boys basketball game Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024, at Geneva College. Butler won 71-52. Chris Leisie/Special to the Eagle

Knoch's Jackson Bauman (3) goes up for the ball during a boys basketball game against Moon on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024, at Geneva College. Moon won 63-56. Chris Leisie/Special to the Eagle

Knoch coach Alan Bauman, left, protests a call during a boys basketball game against Moon on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024, at Geneva College. Moon won 63-56. Chris Leisie/Special to the Eagle

Players for Knoch and Moon wrestle for possession of the ball during a boys basketball game Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024, at Geneva College. Moon won 63-56. Chris Leisie/Special to the Eagle

Knoch's Derek Lang (2) drives to the rim against Moon during a boys basketball game Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024, at Geneva College. Moon won 63-56. Chris Leisie/Special to the Eagle

A Knoch player drives to the basket during a boys basketball game against Moon on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024, at Geneva College. Moon won 63-56. Chris Leisie/Special to the Eagle

Knoch's Jackson Bauman (3) tries to flip during a boys basketball game against Moon on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024, at Geneva College. Moon won 63-56. Chris Leisie/Special to the Eagle

Knoch's Zane Pacek (44) sinks a free throw during a boys basketball game against Moon on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024, at Geneva College. Moon won 63-56. Chris Leisie/Special to the Eagle

Knoch's Jack McCool (0) drives to the rim against Moon during a boys basketball game Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024, at Geneva College. Moon won 63-56. Chris Leisie/Special to the Eagle

Butler's Tayt Lucas (12) controls the clock late in a game against Obama Academy during a boys basketball game Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024, at Geneva College. Butler won 71-52. Chris Leisie/Special to the Eagle

Butler's Kyle Casteel (10) defends hard against Obama Academy during a boys basketball game Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024, at Geneva College. Butler won 71-52. Chris Leisie/Special to the Eagle

Butler's Andrew Gettinger (35) attempts to dunk against Obama Academy during a boys basketball game Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024, at Geneva College. Butler won 71-52. Chris Leisie/Special to the Eagle

Butler's Stainton Forbes (4) goes in for a layup during a boys basketball game against Obama Academy on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024, at Geneva College. Butler won 71-52. Chris Leisie/Special to the Eagle

Butler's Andrew Gettinger (35) wrestles for possession of the ball with Obama Academy's Naron Jackson II (4) during a boys basketball game Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024, at Geneva College. Butler won 71-52. Chris Leisie/Special to the Eagle

Butler's Emily Cornish passes the ball during a girls basketball game against Armstrong at Armstrong High School on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Butler won 51-27. Morgan Phillips/Butler Eagle

Butler coach Mark Maier watches his team during a girls basketball game against Armstrong at Armstrong High School on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Butler won 51-27. Morgan Phillips/Butler Eagle

Butler's Ashton Huff scores during a girls basketball game against Armstrong at Armstrong High School on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Butler won 51-27. Morgan Phillips/Butler Eagle

Butler's Cameryn Booher looks to pass during a girls basketball game against Armstrong at Armstrong High School on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Butler won 51-27. Morgan Phillips/Butler Eagle

Butler's Amelia McMichael shoots and scores during a girls basketball game against Armstrong at Armstrong High School on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Butler won 51-27. Morgan Phillips/Butler Eagle

Butler's Cameryn Booher passes the ball during a girls basketball game against Armstrong at Armstrong High School on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Butler won 51-27. Morgan Phillips/Butler Eagle

Butler's Sydney Patterson drives toward the net during a girls basketball game against Armstrong at Armstrong High School on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Butler won 51-27. Morgan Phillips/Butler Eagle

Butler's Malina McElroy scores during a girls basketball game against Armstrong at Armstrong High School on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Butler won 51-27. Morgan Phillips/Butler Eagle

Butler's Emily Cornish drives toward the net during a girls basketball game against Armstrong at Armstrong High School on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Butler won 51-27. Morgan Phillips/Butler Eagle

Butler's Emily Hoffer scores during a girls basketball game against Armstrong at Armstrong High School on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Butler won 51-27. Morgan Phillips/Butler Eagle

Butler looks to pass during a girls basketball game against Armstrong at Armstrong High School on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Butler won 51-27. Morgan Phillips/Butler Eagle

Butler's Sydney Patterson attempts to drive toward the net during a girls basketball game against Armstrong at Armstrong High School on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Butler won 51-27. Morgan Phillips/Butler Eagle

Butler's Avery Maier looks to pass during a girls basketball game against Armstrong at Armstrong High School on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Butler won 51-27. Morgan Phillips/Butler Eagle

Butler's Cameryn Booher looks to pass during a girls basketball game against Armstrong at Armstrong High School on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Butler won 51-27. Morgan Phillips/Butler Eagle

Butler's Malina McElroy drives toward the net during a girls basketball game against Armstrong at Armstrong High School on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Butler won 51-27. Morgan Phillips/Butler Eagle

Butler's Cameryn Booher blocks during a girls basketball game against Armstrong at Armstrong High School on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Butler won 51-27. Morgan Phillips/Butler Eagle

Butler's Amelia McMichael and Cameryn Booher get around Armstrong during a girls basketball game at Armstrong High School on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Butler won 51-27. Morgan Phillips/Butler Eagle

Butler's Casey Clouse looks to pass during a girls basketball game against Armstrong at Armstrong High School on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Butler won 51-27. Morgan Phillips/Butler Eagle

Butler's Malina McElroy drives toward the net during a girls basketball game against Armstrong at Armstrong High School on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Butler won 51-27. Morgan Phillips/Butler Eagle

Butler's Casey Clouse drives toward the net during a girls basketball game against Armstrong at Armstrong High School on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Butler won 51-27. Morgan Phillips/Butler Eagle

Butler's Malina McElroy drives toward the net during a girls basketball game against Armstrong at Armstrong High School on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Butler won 51-27. Morgan Phillips/Butler Eagle

Butler's Emily Hoffer scores during a girls basketball game against Armstrong at Armstrong High School on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Butler won 51-27. Morgan Phillips/Butler Eagle

Butler's Cameryn Booher attempts to reach the net during a girls basketball game against Armstrong at Armstrong High School on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Butler won 51-27. Morgan Phillips/Butler Eagle

Butler's Cameryn Booher drives the ball down the court during a girls basketball game against Armstrong at Armstrong High School on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Butler won 51-27. Morgan Phillips/Butler Eagle

Butler's Casey Clouse passes the ball during a girls basketball game against Armstrong at Armstrong High School on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Butler won 51-27. Morgan Phillips/Butler Eagle

Butler's Casey Clouse makes a layup during a girls basketball game against Armstrong at Armstrong High School on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Butler won 51-27. Morgan Phillips/Butler Eagle

Butler's Sydney Patterson drives toward the net during a girls basketball game against Armstrong at Armstrong High School on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Butler won 51-27. Morgan Phillips/Butler Eagle

Butler's Malina McElroy blocks during a girls basketball game against Armstrong at Armstrong High School on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Butler won 51-27. Morgan Phillips/Butler Eagle

Butler's Amelia McMichael scores during a girls basketball game against Armstrong at Armstrong High School on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Butler won 51-27. Morgan Phillips/Butler Eagle

A parade participant dressed as an elf waves to the crowd during the Spirit of Christmas parade along Main Street in Butler on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Morgan Phillips/Butler Eagle
Moniteau High School's marching band performed during the Spirit of Christmas parade along Main Street in Butler on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Morgan Phillips/Butler Eagle
A Jeep decked out in Christmas attire drives down Main Street during the Spirit of Christmas parade in Butler on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Morgan Phillips/Butler Eagle
Oakland Township fire trucks participated in the Spirit of Christmas parade along Main Street in Butler on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Morgan Phillips/Butler Eagle
A Nativity float makes its way along Main Street during Butler’s Spirit of Christmas Parade on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Morgan Phillips/Butler Eagle
Butler Senior High School's Golden Tornado Marching Band performed during the Spirit of Christmas parade along Main Street in Butler on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Morgan Phillips/Butler Eagle
Christmas themed floats were in abundance at this year's Spirit of Christmas parade along Main Street in Butler on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Morgan Phillips/Butler Eagle
A Sirkus Days performed spits fire during the Spirit of Christmas parade along Main Street in Butler on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Morgan Phillips/Butler Eagle
Butler Transit Authority dressed one of its busses up a reindeer during the Spirit of Christmas parade along Main Street in Butler on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Morgan Phillips/Butler Eagle
Parade participants throw candy during the Spirit of Christmas parade along Main Street in Butler on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Morgan Phillips/Butler Eagle
Moniteau High School's marching band performed during the Spirit of Christmas parade along Main Street in Butler on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Morgan Phillips/Butler Eagle
The Butler Youth Baseball float wishes parade attendees a Merry Christmas during the Spirit of Christmas parade along Main Street in Butler on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Morgan Phillips/Butler Eagle
Dragonfly Balloons put on a juggling act during the Spirit of Christmas parade along Main Street in Butler on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Morgan Phillips/Butler Eagle
Mrs. Claus performs during the Spirit of Christmas parade along Main Street in Butler on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Morgan Phillips/Butler Eagle
Parade participants came in elaborate Christmas costumes during the Spirit of Christmas parade along Main Street in Butler on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Morgan Phillips/Butler Eagle
Performers dance along Main Street during the Spirit of Christmas parade in Butler on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Morgan Phillips/Butler Eagle
Butler High School's Golden Tornado Marching Band performed during the Spirit of Christmas parade along Main Street in Butler on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Morgan Phillips/Butler Eagle
A Sirkus Days performer spits fire during the Spirit of Christmas parade along Main Street in Butler on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Morgan Phillips/Butler Eagle
Dancers dressed as reindeer performed during the Spirit of Christmas parade along Main Street in Butler on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Morgan Phillips/Butler Eagle
A parade participant dressed as a reindeer throws candy during the Spirit of Christmas parade along Main Street in Butler on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Morgan Phillips/Butler Eagle
The Grinch waves to the crowds along Main Street during the Spirit of Christmas parade in Butler on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Morgan Phillips/Butler Eagle
The Butler Senior High School Spanish Club dressed a Christmas themed Mexican foods during the Spirit of Christmas parade along Main Street in Butler on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Morgan Phillips/Butler Eagle
A snowman hands out candy during the Spirit of Christmas parade along Main Street in Butler on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Morgan Phillips/Butler Eagle
Butler Mayor Bob Dandoy throws candy during the Spirit of Christmas parade along Main Street in Butler on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Morgan Phillips/Butler Eagle
The Butler High School Golden Tornado Marching Band performed during the Spirit of Christmas parade along Main Street in Butler on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Morgan Phillips/Butler Eagle
Dancers dressed as reindeers performed during the Spirit of Christmas parade along Main Street in Butler on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Morgan Phillips/Butler Eagle
The Butler High School Golden Tornado Marching Band performed during the Spirit of Christmas parade along Main Street in Butler on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Morgan Phillips/Butler Eagle
A gingerbread man high fives children during the Spirit of Christmas parade along Main Street in Butler on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Morgan Phillips/Butler Eagle
A parade float participant eats candy during the Spirit of Christmas parade along Main Street in Butler on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Morgan Phillips/Butler Eagle
Mrs. Claus waves to the crowds during the Spirit of Christmas parade along Main Street in Butler on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Morgan Phillips/Butler Eagle
The Butler Youth Baseball float throws candy during the Spirit of Christmas parade along Main Street in Butler on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Morgan Phillips/Butler Eagle
Parade participants dressed in Christmas themed attire during the Spirit of Christmas parade along Main Street in Butler on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Morgan Phillips/Butler Eagle
Moniteau High School's marching band performed during the Spirit of Christmas parade along Main Street in Butler on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Morgan Phillips/Butler Eagle
Dancers performed during the Spirit of Christmas parade along Main Street in Butler on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Morgan Phillips/Butler Eagle
Moniteau High School's marching band performed during the Spirit of Christmas parade along Main Street in Butler on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Morgan Phillips/Butler Eagle
The Butler Senior High School Golden Tornado Marching Band performed during the Spirit of Christmas parade along Main Street in Butler on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Morgan Phillips/Butler Eagle
Moniteau High School's marching band performed during the Spirit of Christmas parade along Main Street in Butler on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Morgan Phillips/Butler Eagle
Vehicles and ATVs were dressed up as reindeer during the Spirit of Christmas parade along Main Street in Butler on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Morgan Phillips/Butler Eagle
A parade participant tries to stay warm on his float during the Spirit of Christmas parade along Main Street in Butler on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Morgan Phillips/Butler Eagle
Parade participants throw candy to the crowd during the Spirit of Christmas parade along Main Street in Butler on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Morgan Phillips/Butler Eagle
Moniteau High School's marching band performed during the Spirit of Christmas parade along Main Street in Butler on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Morgan Phillips/Butler Eagle
Kyra Barbiaux of LoMa.Gallery in Mars prepares a children’s corner for Small Business Saturday on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Morgan Phillips/Butler Eagle
Customer Cheryl Kahn makes a purchase at Pfeifer Hardware & Supply during Small Business Saturday in Mars on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Morgan Phillips/Butler Eagle
Amy Dickson, owner of Hot Mama's Pierogies in Mars, prepares a doughnut order for a customer during Small Business Saturday on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Morgan Phillips/Butler Eagle
Customer Cheryl Kahn makes a purchase at Pfeifer Hardware & Supply during Small Business Saturday in Mars on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Morgan Phillips/Butler Eagle
Bill and Lynn Appman visit the flying saucer in Mars before visiting shops during Small Business Saturday in Mars on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Morgan Phillips/Butler Eagle
Patty and Jon Grubbs patronize Grand Avenue Grille in Mars during Small Business Saturday on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Morgan Phillips/Butler Eagle
Kyra Barbiaux of LoMa.Gallery in Mars prepares a children’s corner for Small Business Saturday on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Morgan Phillips/Butler Eagle
Amy Dickson, owner of Hot Mama's Pierogies in Mars, prepares a batch of pierogis on Small Business Saturday on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Morgan Phillips/Butler Eagle
Amy Dickson, owner of Hot Mama's Pierogies in Mars, prepares a doughnut order for customer Nora Foster during Small Business Saturday on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Morgan Phillips/Butler Eagle
A customer carries his box of donuts purchased from Bebe Kakes in Mars during Small Business Saturday on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Morgan Phillips/Butler Eagle
Nora Foster holds a box of donuts purchased from Bebe Kakes during Small Business Saturday in Mars on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Morgan Phillips/Butler Eagle
Christie Kline checks receipts behind the counter at Grand Avenue Grille in Mars during Small Business Saturday on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Morgan Phillips/Butler Eagle
Christie Kline checks receipts behind the counter at Grand Avenue Grille in Mars during Small Business Saturday on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Morgan Phillips/Butler Eagle
Kyra Barbiaux of LoMa.Gallery in Mars prepares a children’s corner for Small Business Saturday on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Morgan Phillips/Butler Eagle
Vicki Briner, left, and Debbie Hall paint a winter-themed "porch leaner" during a fundraising event for the Portersville/Muddy Creek EMS at Steele's Brushes and Ceramics in Center Township on Sunday, Dec. 1, 2024. William Pitts/Butler Eagle
Sharon Smith, left, and Jim Smith paint a winter-themed "porch leaner" during a fundraising event for the Portersville/Muddy Creek EMS at Steele's Brushes and Ceramics in Center Township on Sunday, Dec. 1, 2024. William Pitts/Butler Eagle
Mars is ready for Christmas after the tree and UFO were lit up during Light Up Mars in Mars on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Holly Mead/Special to the Eagle
Homemade hats can be found scattered around Mars to help people keep warm, as seen during Light Up Mars on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Holly Mead/Special to the Eagle
Maeve Lynch gets her very own Rudolf at Light Up Mars in Mars on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Holly Mead/Special to the Eagle
Ella and Callahan Glies give their Christmas wish lists to Santa and Mrs. Claus during Light Up Mars in Mars on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Holly Mead/Special to the Eagle
From left, Rich-Mar Rotary Club president Dave Hein, Mars Police Chief Mark Lint, Mars Mayor Gregg Hartung and retired Shaler police officer Jim Long attend Light Up Mars in Mars on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Holly Mead/Special to the Eagle
The tree in downtown Mars is lit up during Light Up Mars in Mars on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Holly Mead/Special to the Eagle
Ryan Salazar passes out necklaces to attendees of Light Up Mars in Mars on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Holly Mead/Special to the Eagle
Mars Mayor Gregg Hartung, right, thanks Rich-Mar Rotary Club president Dave Hein for the donation of an automated external defibrillator for use in Mars borough during Light Up Mars in Mars on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Holly Mead/Special to the Eagle
A tree was decorated and ready to be lit up during Light Up Mars in Mars on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Holly Mead/Special to the Eagle
Rich-Mar Rotary Club president Dave Hein presents police chief Mark Lint with an automated external defibrillator for use in Mars borough as Mayor Gregg Hartung, right, looks on during Light Up Mars in Mars on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Holly Mead/Special to the Eagle
Santa and Mrs. Claus greet guests at Light Up Mars in Mars on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Holly Mead/Special to the Eagle
A Knoch player makes a layup during a boys basketball game against Moon on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024, at Geneva College. Moon won 63-56. Chris Leisie/Special to the Eagle
Butler's Mavrik Clement (5) dribbles down the court against Obama Academy during a boys basketball game Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024, at Geneva College. Butler won 71-52. Chris Leisie/Special to the Eagle
Butler's Tayt Lucas (12) shoots a free throw after getting fouled by Obama Academy during a boys basketball game Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024, at Geneva College. Butler won 71-52. Chris Leisie/Special to the Eagle
Butler's Stainton Forbes (4) goes up with the ball against Obama Academy during a boys basketball game Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024, at Geneva College. Butler won 71-52. Chris Leisie/Special to the Eagle
Knoch's Jackson Bauman (3) goes up for the ball during a boys basketball game against Moon on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024, at Geneva College. Moon won 63-56. Chris Leisie/Special to the Eagle
Knoch coach Alan Bauman, left, protests a call during a boys basketball game against Moon on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024, at Geneva College. Moon won 63-56. Chris Leisie/Special to the Eagle
Players for Knoch and Moon wrestle for possession of the ball during a boys basketball game Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024, at Geneva College. Moon won 63-56. Chris Leisie/Special to the Eagle
Knoch's Derek Lang (2) drives to the rim against Moon during a boys basketball game Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024, at Geneva College. Moon won 63-56. Chris Leisie/Special to the Eagle
A Knoch player drives to the basket during a boys basketball game against Moon on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024, at Geneva College. Moon won 63-56. Chris Leisie/Special to the Eagle
Knoch's Jackson Bauman (3) tries to flip during a boys basketball game against Moon on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024, at Geneva College. Moon won 63-56. Chris Leisie/Special to the Eagle
Knoch's Zane Pacek (44) sinks a free throw during a boys basketball game against Moon on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024, at Geneva College. Moon won 63-56. Chris Leisie/Special to the Eagle
Knoch's Jack McCool (0) drives to the rim against Moon during a boys basketball game Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024, at Geneva College. Moon won 63-56. Chris Leisie/Special to the Eagle
Butler's Tayt Lucas (12) controls the clock late in a game against Obama Academy during a boys basketball game Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024, at Geneva College. Butler won 71-52. Chris Leisie/Special to the Eagle
Butler's Kyle Casteel (10) defends hard against Obama Academy during a boys basketball game Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024, at Geneva College. Butler won 71-52. Chris Leisie/Special to the Eagle
Butler's Andrew Gettinger (35) attempts to dunk against Obama Academy during a boys basketball game Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024, at Geneva College. Butler won 71-52. Chris Leisie/Special to the Eagle
Butler's Stainton Forbes (4) goes in for a layup during a boys basketball game against Obama Academy on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024, at Geneva College. Butler won 71-52. Chris Leisie/Special to the Eagle
Butler's Andrew Gettinger (35) wrestles for possession of the ball with Obama Academy's Naron Jackson II (4) during a boys basketball game Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024, at Geneva College. Butler won 71-52. Chris Leisie/Special to the Eagle
Butler's Emily Cornish passes the ball during a girls basketball game against Armstrong at Armstrong High School on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Butler won 51-27. Morgan Phillips/Butler Eagle
Butler coach Mark Maier watches his team during a girls basketball game against Armstrong at Armstrong High School on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Butler won 51-27. Morgan Phillips/Butler Eagle
Butler's Ashton Huff scores during a girls basketball game against Armstrong at Armstrong High School on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Butler won 51-27. Morgan Phillips/Butler Eagle
Butler's Cameryn Booher looks to pass during a girls basketball game against Armstrong at Armstrong High School on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Butler won 51-27. Morgan Phillips/Butler Eagle
Butler's Amelia McMichael shoots and scores during a girls basketball game against Armstrong at Armstrong High School on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Butler won 51-27. Morgan Phillips/Butler Eagle
Butler's Cameryn Booher passes the ball during a girls basketball game against Armstrong at Armstrong High School on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Butler won 51-27. Morgan Phillips/Butler Eagle
Butler's Sydney Patterson drives toward the net during a girls basketball game against Armstrong at Armstrong High School on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Butler won 51-27. Morgan Phillips/Butler Eagle
Butler's Malina McElroy scores during a girls basketball game against Armstrong at Armstrong High School on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Butler won 51-27. Morgan Phillips/Butler Eagle
Butler's Emily Cornish drives toward the net during a girls basketball game against Armstrong at Armstrong High School on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Butler won 51-27. Morgan Phillips/Butler Eagle
Butler's Emily Hoffer scores during a girls basketball game against Armstrong at Armstrong High School on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Butler won 51-27. Morgan Phillips/Butler Eagle
Butler looks to pass during a girls basketball game against Armstrong at Armstrong High School on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Butler won 51-27. Morgan Phillips/Butler Eagle
Butler's Sydney Patterson attempts to drive toward the net during a girls basketball game against Armstrong at Armstrong High School on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Butler won 51-27. Morgan Phillips/Butler Eagle
Butler's Avery Maier looks to pass during a girls basketball game against Armstrong at Armstrong High School on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Butler won 51-27. Morgan Phillips/Butler Eagle
Butler's Cameryn Booher looks to pass during a girls basketball game against Armstrong at Armstrong High School on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Butler won 51-27. Morgan Phillips/Butler Eagle
Butler's Malina McElroy drives toward the net during a girls basketball game against Armstrong at Armstrong High School on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Butler won 51-27. Morgan Phillips/Butler Eagle
Butler's Cameryn Booher blocks during a girls basketball game against Armstrong at Armstrong High School on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Butler won 51-27. Morgan Phillips/Butler Eagle
Butler's Amelia McMichael and Cameryn Booher get around Armstrong during a girls basketball game at Armstrong High School on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Butler won 51-27. Morgan Phillips/Butler Eagle
Butler's Casey Clouse looks to pass during a girls basketball game against Armstrong at Armstrong High School on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Butler won 51-27. Morgan Phillips/Butler Eagle
Butler's Malina McElroy drives toward the net during a girls basketball game against Armstrong at Armstrong High School on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Butler won 51-27. Morgan Phillips/Butler Eagle
Butler's Casey Clouse drives toward the net during a girls basketball game against Armstrong at Armstrong High School on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Butler won 51-27. Morgan Phillips/Butler Eagle
Butler's Malina McElroy drives toward the net during a girls basketball game against Armstrong at Armstrong High School on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Butler won 51-27. Morgan Phillips/Butler Eagle
Butler's Emily Hoffer scores during a girls basketball game against Armstrong at Armstrong High School on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Butler won 51-27. Morgan Phillips/Butler Eagle
Butler's Cameryn Booher attempts to reach the net during a girls basketball game against Armstrong at Armstrong High School on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Butler won 51-27. Morgan Phillips/Butler Eagle
Butler's Cameryn Booher drives the ball down the court during a girls basketball game against Armstrong at Armstrong High School on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Butler won 51-27. Morgan Phillips/Butler Eagle
Butler's Casey Clouse passes the ball during a girls basketball game against Armstrong at Armstrong High School on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Butler won 51-27. Morgan Phillips/Butler Eagle
Butler's Casey Clouse makes a layup during a girls basketball game against Armstrong at Armstrong High School on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Butler won 51-27. Morgan Phillips/Butler Eagle
Butler's Sydney Patterson drives toward the net during a girls basketball game against Armstrong at Armstrong High School on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Butler won 51-27. Morgan Phillips/Butler Eagle
Butler's Malina McElroy blocks during a girls basketball game against Armstrong at Armstrong High School on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Butler won 51-27. Morgan Phillips/Butler Eagle
Butler's Amelia McMichael scores during a girls basketball game against Armstrong at Armstrong High School on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Butler won 51-27. Morgan Phillips/Butler Eagle