Beech Tree News Network

Murray State University has named Jeff Payne and Aspen Arnold as the Outstanding Seniors recipients for fall 2020. Students recognized with this honor are known for their academic excellence and professionalism.

Aspen Arnold is a psychology major and sociology minor from Quality, Kentucky. 

The ongoing battle with COVID-19 continues across the nation but also in Kentucky and locally in Butler County.  

Motorists advised to be cautious and prepared if they decide to travel

The University of Kentucky will offer its 2020 Hemp Field Day via ZOOM on December 8 and December 9.  The Program will be from 10-12 EST both days.  Some of the topics that will be covered include:  Regulatory Update from KDA, Pesticide update for hemp growers, Field diagnostics in hemp field production, Current and future economic outlook, and many more.  Interested clients should contact the Butler County Extension Office for registration information.  You can also regist

 Young people can enjoy their natural environment, despite the weather getting cooler. Watching and feeding birds is a great way for youth and their families to continue to enjoy the outdoors and learn more about their backyards.

Butler County Judge-Executive Tim Flener recently gave an update on the progress of several projects despite ongoing restrictions associated with the COVID-19 pandemic. 

Although it appears that President Donald J.

A new judicial center is still on the horizon for Butler County as local citizens move forward with plans for the facility.  

 The annual Radiothon for the Morgantown Mission, held Thursday, November 5, was a huge success.  Over $18,000 was raised for holiday meal baskets at Morgantown Mission, which partners with WLBQ to host the annual event.  The amount of money donated by the community will translate to over 600 meals being provided to Butler County families over the holiday season.  Individuals and groups across the community and beyond stepped up to sponsor multiple $30 holiday meal baskets.  

Butler County School Superintendent Robert Tuck has released the following letter:

The Butler County School System is committed to transparently communicating the steps we are taking within our school district in order to keep our students and staff safe during these unprecedented times.  We understand that there are many variables to be considered when making decisions.  We take every decision seriously, looking at every factor both independently and collectively as a whole in regards to its impact upon our district, our students, our staff, and our community.