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Washington County proclaims October 2025 Domestic Violence Awareness Month; local nonprofit shares survivor testimony
Summary
The Washington County Commissioner's Court unanimously approved a proclamation designating October 2025 as Domestic Violence Awareness Month. A representative from Focusing Families read a survivor narrative and highlighted a local homicide victim to underscore the issue’s urgency.
The Washington County Commissioner's Court on Oct. 21 unanimously approved a proclamation designating October 2025 as Domestic Violence Awareness Month in the county.
The proclamation recognizes domestic violence as a crime affecting victims and communities and pledges continued public education, prevention and supportive services. The court approved the proclamation by voice vote after reading its text aloud.
The announcement was followed by a presentation from a…
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