Beech Tree News Network

Many been counting down the days in February, hoping for a reprieve from winter weather as spring looms in the not-so-distant future.

Today, however, those eager to spring forward to March will have to wait a bit longer than usual. 2016 is a leap year, meaning February features 29 days instead of the usual 28.

Morgantown Elementary celebrated their student, leaders, and classes of the week on Friday, February 26th.  Congratulations!!!!!

Leader of the Week Pablo Cedillo

Girl Scout Troop #1435 would like to thank the Butler County/Morgantown Community, IGA Store, and all the volunteers for helping with their cookie booth on Saturday. We sold a lot of cookies, and could not have done it without your help. We will be at Save A Lot on West G.L. Smith Street on Saturday, March 5th, 2016 from 10:00 am till 1:00 pm with another booth. Please come out and support your local Girl Scout Troop. The money they raise helps with badges, camps, and trips throughout the year. Thank you Butler County for your support! Go Bears!

Saturday night, February 27, there was a chili cook-off held at the Rochester Community Building to benefit the Rochester Fire Department.  There were 130 people in attendance.  David Martin won Best Chili.  I had a bowl and can definitely tell you it was hot! David received a $50 from IGA.

All children and their parents are invited to Temple Hill Church on March 26th to hear the story of Easter.  The story will begin at 3:00 P.M.  Following the Easter Story there will be an egg hunt for the children with lots of eggs and candy.  Bring your cameras because the Easter Bunny will be making an appearance.

Date: Saturday, March 26, 2016 - 3:00 P.M.
Location: 10352 Brownsville Road

On February 19th, several farmers from Butler County traveled to the National Farm Machinery Show in Louisville, KY.  The group of 43 people traveled to Louisville aboard a bus sponsored by the Butler County Farm Bureau. 

The Butler County Homemaker lesson for March, "Dress to Impress," will be at the Butler County Extension Service on Friday, March 4th at 1:30 p.m.

Christy Ramey, Simpson County FCS Agent, will be teaching the lesson and will touch on appropriate wear for different situations, how to utilize what you own, and how to find your best style.

There is no charge to attend, and is open for anyone with interest. Please rsvp by calling the Extension Office at 270-526-3767, so that printed materials can be prepared.

On Saturday, February 27, 2016, four local schools will gather to take part in the District Governor's Cup Competition, an academic event sponsored by the Kentucky Association for Academic Competition.  Participating schools are:
•    North Butler Elementary School
•    Morgantown Elementary School
•    Muhlenberg South Elementary School
•    Greenville Elementary School

Governor’s Cup features eight events, including the Quick Recall event, which is the only one open to the public.  Quick Recall begins at 11:00 am.

The Butler County Spelling Bee, hosted by the Butler County Retired Teachers and Butler County Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution, for students up to grade 8 was held on Thursday, February 18, 2016.