Marshall County Proclaims First Responders Appreciation Day
MARSHALL COUNTY, Ky. — Marshall County Judge/Executive Kevin Spragga has officially proclaimed October 28 as “First Responders Appreciation Day” in Marshall County, recognizing the dedication and sacrifice of those who protect and serve the community.
The proclamation honors professional and volunteer firefighters, police officers, dispatchers, emergency medical technicians, and paramedics throughout the county.
“First responders are the first line of defense for the public against threats, both domestic and foreign,” the proclamation states, acknowledging the extreme physical demands and hazardous situations these professionals face daily.
The document highlights the personal risks first responders take in executing their duties to protect the public, noting that thousands have made the ultimate sacrifice in service to their communities across the United States.
Marshall County’s first responders work around the clock, standing ready to respond to emergencies 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Beyond their emergency response duties, many also volunteer in schools and community organizations throughout the county.
“First responders stand at the ready to come to the aid of the citizens of Marshall County,” the proclamation reads, recognizing those who put their lives on the line daily to serve and protect the people of Marshall County, Kentucky.
The Marshall County Fiscal Court issued the proclamation to formally recognize and honor these essential workers who form the backbone of public safety in the community.
