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Mayor presents proclamations for Benedictine College football and National Religious Freedom Day
Summary
Atchison mayor presented two proclamations: one honoring Benedictine College Football Day (01/12/2026) for the team's service and achievements, and another designating 01/16/2026 as National Religious Freedom Day in Atchison.
The commission opened the meeting with two proclamations read by the mayor. The first honored Benedictine College head coach Joel Osborne and the college football team for community service and athletic successes; the mayor proclaimed Jan. 12, 2026, as Benedictine College Football Day in Atchison and invited Coach Osborne and members of the team and staff to receive the proclamation.
The mayor also read a proclamation designating Jan. 16, 2026, as National Religious Freedom Day, emphasizing the local importance of religious liberty, family rights in upbringing, and the role of faith‑based organizations in civic life. Both proclamations were ceremonial and informational; the commission recessed briefly for photos and then moved on to other agenda items.
