Beech Tree News Network

“I remember I cried when I heard the “Evansville” had sunk,” recalls Morgantown resident Wanna Evans with her sharp 93 years young, mind’s eye. The stately boat could be counted on to make two round trips weekly between the cities of Evansville and Bowling Green with scheduled stops between. The steamboat caught fire, burned and quickly sank in 1931 near the Bowling Green landing according to Agnes S. Harralson in her book, “Steamboats on the Green,” Kentucke Imprints,1981 pp.136-9.

The Little Muddy RD Club met October 17th, 2011 at 6:30 p.m.  There were 20 people present.  The meeting began with Maggie Drake leading the club in the pledge to the American flag.  Scott Keen gave the blessing for the meal. After the meal Vice President, Danny Dye called the business meeting to order. The minutes were read by Assistant Secretary, Laurie Keen.  The club thanked the hostess for the night, Shirley Keen.   The birthdays and anniversaries were announced and celebrated with song.

The family of Roger and Kay Moore would like to thank everyone for their prayers, phone calls, and concern during Kay's recent surgery and rehabilitation.  Roger and Kay are extremely appreciative of all the many acts of kindness expressed by so many people. 

Enjoy the winning Buddy Poppy essays selected by the VFW Ladies Auxillary.

John Paul Boisseau will be the Guest Speaker at both Caney Fork and Ebenezer Presbyterian Churches on Sunday, Nov. 20th. He will be at Caney Fork at 9:45am and Ebenezer at 11:30am. John Paul's subject will be Addiction....Alcohol, Drugs, and other forms of Addiction.
Ebenezer Church is located on 1083 Sugar Grove Road. Caney Fork is located in the Davis Crossroads area. Questions  Call 726-2218

Ashley Bridges checked her text messages on Wednesday morning, November 9, expecting to find her usual family updates and news from her boss. She was just a little surprised when she opened his text message to find an interesting photo. Ashley’s boss, Rodney Goodman, Executive Director for Habitat for Humanity of Bowling Green/Warren County is on a mission trip to Haiti. They are working on building 100 homes in Haiti to meet the needs of the many that are still living in tent cities since the earthquake there. President Jimmy Carter is on the trip along with some other famous people.

By Christine Coleman: Saturday, September 17, 2011 marked the 50th anniversary of the BCHS 1961 Graduating Class.
Sixty-Nine classmates attended with their spouses and friends.  Reservations were made for five teachers and three were able to attend:  Mrs. Louise Forsythe,  Mr. J.C. White and Mr. Wilbur Drake.
The new Eva Hawes Building made us feel very welcome and comfortable for the four hours that we spent visiting and renewing friendships.  "Up in Smoke" was the caterer and the food was awesome.

Fourth Annual Butler County Education Preservation Fundraiser Festival of Trees, Set-up date is only days away !
We start setting-up trees at 8:00 AM November 26, the Saturday after Thanksgiving at the Butler County Education Complex, giving families a chance to work together.
We will be open for tree set-up:  Monday 11/28 at 9:00 till 5:00, Tuesday 11/29 9:00 till 8:00 Wednesday 11/30 9:00 till 5:00 and Thursday 12/1 9:00-8:00.

Western Kentucky University recently honored 38 students from six South Central Kentucky high schools for their academic achievements.  The annual High School Scholars recognition ceremony honored students who qualify for a renewable scholarship to WKU.  This year’s group has an average ACT composite score of 27 and grade-point average of 3.9 and included 12 Kentucky Governor’s Scholars.

The following students were honored at a luncheon Nov. 7 at the Knicely Conference Center:

Western Kentucky University’s chapter of Alpha Epsilon Delta (AED) inducted 28 new members on November 14. Alpha Epsilon Delta is the national health pre-professional honor society dedicated to the encouragement and recognition of excellence in pre-professional health scholarship, including medicine, dentistry, veterinary, and others.  Students must have a minimum of 45 credit hours, a 3.2 grade-point average and have demonstrated significant community service and outstanding academic potential.