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Saint George proclaims National Farmers Market Week; Exchange Club honors young flag‑holder
Summary
The city declared the week of August 2026 National Farmers Market Week and accepted a plaque from the St. George Exchange Club. Market organizers and Exchange Club members described the farmers market's growth and presented a small award to an eight‑year‑old who keeps the American flag flying daily.
The Saint George City Council proclaimed the week of August 2026 as National Farmers Market Week, recognizing the downtown market’s role in local food access and community life. During the proclamation reading, staff noted the market’s 19th season and the volunteers who operate it; a staff member told the council the local market has provided 41 Saturdays of service this year and helps connect small producers with residents.
Melinda Horton of the St. George Exchange Club presented a “Proudly We Hail” plaque to the city and described honoring an eight‑year‑old named Liam, who consistently displayed the American flag in front of a model home. “He was so happy,” Horton said as she recounted finding the boy’s missing flag and presenting him a new one and a small monetary donation. Market representatives invited residents to the weekend celebration and thanked city workers for park support.
