Several students, faculty and staff at Missouri State University-West Plains celebrated Arbor Day a few days early Monday by planting a redbud tree Monday, April 22.
The tree was planted on the north side of the Student Recreation Center, 323 W. Trish Knight St.
Missouri State-West Plains Physical Plant Supervisor Ron Hensley discussed the history and significance of Arbor Day, set for April 26 this year, and the importance of trees to the environment