Beech Tree News Network

Butler County residents gathered on Saturday, September 6, for a day that blended artistry and community connection. The Butler County Arts Guild hosted its 9th Annual Chalk Festival, transforming sidewalks into galleries. Complementing the artistry, Michael Capps organized a Car Show that brought a different kind of beauty to the event. “This festival has something for everyone—chalk for the children, vendors for the moms, and cars for the dads,” noted Elana Fahey, treasurer of the Butler County Arts Guild. Her words captured the event’s true purpose: to engage every member of the community.

As the chalk drawings lined the street, the judges walked around, carefully deciding. At 3:30, the final decisions were made. Best in Show- Allie Daughtery, 1st Place Adult- Carla Cope, 2nd Place Adult- Lilly Hunter, 1st Place High School- Ocoee Gilbert, 1st Place Middle School- Brenlee McElwain, 2nd Place Middle School- Daughina Taylor, 3rd Place Middle School- Chrya Gomez, 1st Place K-5- Daniel Yang, 2nd Place K-5- Olivia Maples.

1st Place Middle School- Brenlee McElwain

Just down the street, the car show brought its own share of excitement. The competition was hot from jeeps to trucks. But beyond the eye, the show served a greater purpose, raising $215 for the Butler County Arts Guild. 

Best in Show- Elaine Pendley, 

1st place Jeeps- Dennis Hurt, 2nd Place Jeeps- Jimmy Gaskey, 3rd Place Jeeps- John Maple, 1st Place Trucks- Rodger Keown, 2nd Place Trucks Rodger Keown, 3rd Place Trucks- Raymon Right,

 1st Place Cars- Terrell House, 2nd Place Cars- Rodger Keown, 3rd Place Cars- Jim Szilasyi, 

1st Place Motors: Josh Rogers, 2nd Place Motors: Rick Jones, Kids Choice: Jimmy Gaskey.

Elaine Pendley accepting the Best in Show award presented by Michael Capps.