A rock-painting hobby has turned into a small capital raising venture for a 15-year-old girl in Fowler with the goal being an eventual driver’s license and an accessible van. 

Susan Hasser who works with Fowler resident – and soon to be Benton Central sophomore  Breanne Butler – brought some rocks over to paint for fun in early March, with the idea of finding some things to keep her busy while everyone was staying home. Breanne says she’s been painting them ever since.

And that’s no exaggeration. Hundreds of rocks adorn the make-shift rock painting factory in Breanne’s home.

Class of 2020 commencement information has been released and Benton Central has a ceremony planned to take place at 2 p.m. Sunday, June 7 in the Student Parking Lot at Benton Central.

According to a release by the Benton Central Administration and Graduation Committee, “We understand this is not the graduation that everyone envisioned throughout their school years. However, we are thankful for the opportunity to have a ceremony that allows the Class of 2020 to celebrate together, bid farewell to Benton Central, and commence the rest of your life.” 

According to a press release sent by Principal Corey Robb, Benton Central has been planning some creative ways to celebrate the Class of 2020.

“We know these special celebrations will not replace all of you being together, but our hope is that in some small way these events honor your achievements and bring you joy as you say farewell to your Benton Community School years,” said Robb.

The B.C. principal also said that with the current events and restrictions in place concerning the pandemic, unfortunately a “traditional” graduation

ceremony can’t be held inside Benton Central. “We still want our seniors to experience the final moments of their senior career, but in the safest way possible,” he said. 

The Benton County Soil and Water Conservation District would like to thank the community for their continued support of  programs and events.

Due to the current social gathering restrictions, the group’s annual Arbor Day program at the Fowler Park for the county’s second graders in which they each receive a free tree has been cancelled. Thanks to the help of the Town of Fowler and community volunteers, this has been a 16-year tradition.

 “In appreciation of the community’s continuous support we would like to offer these trees free on Tuesday, May 19, at Monarch Commons next door to the Fowler Theatre on 5th Street in Fowler from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.,” said Chrissie McCutcheon Benton County SWD Program Assistant.

Q & A with Natalie Kidd, Benton County Clerk, about primary election voting.

Q: If residents have concerns about voting in the June 2, 2020 Primary Election where can they get answers and find out important information? 

A: Call our office with any questions or concerns at 765-884-0930 or fax at 765-884-0322 or email at nkidd@bentoncounty.in.gov. We can walk you through the process. Our office is here for you to answer your questions!