Local Mayors Encourage America 250! Celebrations

The National Society Daughters of the American Revolution (NSDAR) has asked members to honor our nation’s history by commemorating the Semiquincentennial, the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 2026. The DAR is a non-profit, non-political organization dedicated to promoting community service, preserving history, educating children, and honoring and supporting those who serve our nation.

Hannah White Arnett Chapter, NSDAR, of Fort Payne has received 6 America 250! Proclamations from Mayors in DeKalb County to encourage celebrations in their communities this year. Those participating include Mayor Rob Hammond, Mentone; Mayor Karen Vest, Valley Head; Mayor Tony Hammonds, Hammondville; Mayor Brian Baine, Fort Payne; Mayor Paul Cagle, Fyffe; and Mayor Jeff Chandler, Collinsville.

The Groundhog is seeking essays from readers to mark the 250th anniversary of our nation’s founding. See this story for details. Selected submissions will be published in upcoming issues of The Groundhog’s print and online editions.

Mentone: HWA Vice Regent Linda Jones, Mayor Rob Hammond, Asst. Police Chief Michael Langston, HWA member Mary Shurett.

Valley Head: HWA Vice Regent Linda Jones, Mayor Karen Vest, Town Clerk Lora Wooten.

Hammondville: HWA member Debbie Lanier and Mayor Tony Hammonds.