July 27,2023 10:50 a.m.

On Wednesday, the Douglas County Board of Commissioners issued a proclamation at their weekly business meeting calling on all citizens in the county to observe August 7th as Purple Heart Day.

Commissioner Chris Boice said, “Douglas County recognizes the 300+ residents who made the ultimate sacrifice in world wars and conflicts, as well as many veterans who have been awarded the Purple Heart for wounds received in combat”. Boice said, “We humbly honor the contributions and sacrifices of the men and women who have served in our Armed Forces and have been vital in maintaining the freedoms and way of life enjoyed by our citizens today”.

In addition, the commissioners have declared Douglas County as an official Purple Heart County through this proclamation and the acknowledgement from the Oregon Military Order of the Purple Heart for the county’s continued support of veterans.

Following the proclamation presentation, Rick Sciapiti, on behalf of the Oregon Military Order of the Purple Heart, presented the commissioners with an official plaque dedicating Douglas County as a Purple Heart County.

A copy of the live video presentation from the meeting can be found on the county government Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/DouglasCountyeGovernment