National Weather Service recognizes local weather service observer for 30 years of reporting weather news

  • The National Weather Services recognized Wiley Butler for his 30 years as a local weather observer. From left are manager in charge of operations Brad Bryant and Butler.
    The National Weather Services recognized Wiley Butler for his 30 years as a local weather observer. From left are manager in charge of operations Brad Bryant and Butler.

    Local Weather Observer Wiley Butler was recently honored with a 30 Year Service Award from the National Weather Service. On Wednesday, July 23, Brad Bryant, manager in charge of operations, and Aaron Steven’s, Observing Program Leader with the National Weather Service presented. Butler with his service award. For over 30 years, Butler has directly reported his weather findings in Natchitoches Pari…