George Butler/Bart Williams Memorial Rail Run

The George Butler/Bart Williams Memorial Rail Run/Walk Morning Mile is an annual event held in downtown Newbern, Tennessee, featuring a 5K run, fitness walk, and shorter races for children, including the Choctaw Mile for ages 6 and under and the Jr. Choctaw Run for kids in second grade and younger. The race honors Reverend George Butler, who helped establish the event, and proceeds support the George Butler Memorial Food Pantry.

The course runs through West Main Street near the First United Methodist Church. The event fosters a family-friendly atmosphere with awards for youth participants and offers event T-shirts. It is part of the Newbern Depot Days celebrations. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.