Board proclaims October observances including Disability Employment Awareness Month and 4‑H Week
The Effingham County Board read and placed on the consent agenda proclamations recognizing October as National Disability Employment Awareness Month, National 4‑H Week (Oct. 4–10, 2026), and GFWC International Day of Service to end domestic violence; local representatives spoke about events and donation partnerships.
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Chair Joshua read three community proclamations and asked the board to include them in the consent agenda for formal approval. On the disability proclamation he stated the county would recognize October 2026 as National Disability Employment Awareness Month and urged citizens to support inclusive employment opportunities.
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