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Columbia County proclaims June 2025 Pride Month
Summary
Chairman Matthew Murrell read a proclamation declaring June 2025 as Pride Month in Columbia County, urging residents to celebrate and work toward equality and inclusion.
Matthew Murrell, chairman of the Columbia County Board of Supervisors, read a proclamation at the June 11, 2025 meeting declaring June 2025 as Pride Month in Columbia County.
Murrell said the proclamation recognizes Pride Month as a time to celebrate the history and achievements of LGBTQIA+ communities, to remember the 1969 Stonewall uprising and to affirm that "every person deserves dignity, respect, and equal protection under the law." The text read at the meeting encouraged residents to join in celebrations and work toward equality, justice and pride for all.
The proclamation also described the month as an opportunity to "uplift LGBTQIA+ voices, promote inclusivity, educate against prejudice and honor the diverse contributions of LGBTQIA+ people to our community and beyond." The clerk or staff present handled routine posting and recordkeeping for the proclamation following the reading.
The board announced related community events later in the meeting, including a pride parade and opportunities to display rainbow flags alongside American flags at upcoming local events.
