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HOMETOWN

HERO AWARDS

Honoring All First Responders

by Bonnie Hunter

Heroic professionals, from firefighters and are presented in categories such as Public
police officers to emergency administration Safety Professional, or Supporter of the Year,
and medical personnel, keep communities the Lifesaving Award, the Medal of Merit, and
safe, which sometimes requires putting their the highest honor, the Medal of Valor.
own lives on the line. In our most desperate
times of need, these people are ready
and prepared to take valiant action under Nominations are made from the fire, police,
unparalleled pressure for the greater good. and EMS departments and the sheriff’s office.
Melissa Britt, Vice President of Operations for The Hometown Hero Awards honor all the first
Though there is no way to sufficiently the Chamber said, “Our chamber is honored to responders of Jackson County and celebrate
recognize their contribution or host this event. You can’t give enough thanks the courage and commitment of those who
demonstrate a community’s appreciation, to first responders. This event brings the public serve, protect, and save. First responders who
the Jackson County Area Chamber of safety sector and the business community attend receive complimentary event entry
together. That way, the community has the
Commerce takes time each year to call perfect forum to show their gratitude.” and lunch.
attention to first responder achievement The community is invited to attend, and
in Jackson County with the annual The event recognizes excellence in local public sponsorship opportunities are available
Hometown Hero Awards. service professionals. Hometown Hero Awards through the Chamber.

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