Commission proclaims EMS Week, Correctional Officers Week and National Police Week
Grainger County Commission approved proclamations recognizing National EMS Week (May 17–23, 2026), National Correctional Officers Week (May 3–9, 2026) and National Police Week (May 11–17, 2026) and directed the county flag be flown at half-staff on Peace Officers' Memorial Day, May 15.
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During the May 11 meeting the commission adopted multiple proclamations honoring first responders and correctional staff. Commissioners approved a proclamation designating May 17–23, 2026 as National EMS Week and recognized EMS personnel; the motion was moved by Commissioner Jennifer Holt and seconded by Commissioner Tina Davis and passed unanimously.
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