Beech Tree News Network

A Windstorm has caused severe damage in all of Butler County. 

If you’ve suffered severe damage, you may be eligible for assistance under the Emergency Conservation Program (ECP) administered by the Butler County Farm Service Agency (FSA)

For land to be eligible, the natural disaster must create new conservation problems that, if untreated, would:

- be so costly to rehabilitate that Federal assistance is or will be needed to return the land to productive agricultural use

In addition to nicotine, cigarettes have over seven thousand other chemicals.

The second annual Cabin Fever Car Show was held Saturday May 13 at Rochester Park.  This was a benefit for firefighter Robbie O’Neal, who was injured in a brush fire.  

Fire Chief Alan Beliles was given a plaque for service. 

Best overall car winner was a red coupe owned by Jody Ellis.

Short -term effects:

One cigar can have as much nicotine as a whole pack of cigarettes. You breathe in harmful amounts of nicotine and other chemicals when you smoke a pipe. Cigars and pipes are no safer than cigarettes. Likewise, smokeless tobacco is just as addictive as cigarettes.

The National Society Daughters of the American Revolution (NSDAR) held its annual Silver Tea meeting on April 20, with a great turnout of members and guests. The event took place at Butler County High School.

The meeting began with a warm greeting from the Regent, Lynda O'Driscoll, followed by an opening prayer from the Chaplain, Peggy Drake. After the opening remarks, the meeting moved on to the awards ceremony.

The Butler County High School Spring Concert was a night to remember, as students and faculty members came together to showcase their musical talents. The concert featured several performances by the Butler County Chamber Choir, Mercy's Proof Quartet, and a lineup of talented soloists.

The 71^st Annual National Day of Prayer was held on Thursday, May 4^th at the Butler County Courthouse Lawn.  The theme from this year was ‘Pray Fervently in Righteousness and Avail Much.’ 

Butler County High School's Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) Chapter succeeded at the recent State Leadership Conference. The conference in Louisville saw the Chapter win multiple individual and chapter awards.

FBLA is a national organization that prepares students for careers in business and entrepreneurship. Members participate in various activities, including leadership training, community service projects, and competitive events. FBLA also allows students to network with professionals in their fields of interest.

Butler County High School held its annual Career Day on Friday, April 21, allowing students to learn about a wide range of careers from professionals in various fields. Over 40 presenters from different industries were on hand to discuss their professions with the students.

Students could select two professions and attend informational Q and A sessions on each chosen career.