June is National Dairy Month

     On Friday, June 5th, County Mayor Tim Stribling signed a proclamation to officially designate June as Dairy Month in DeKalb County.  Ansley Cantrell, the 4-H June Dairy Month chairperson, witnessed the signing, and the event was celebrated with a milkshake.  The proclamation reads:

WHEREAS dairy farmers have contributed to the development and well-being of DeKalb County since the earliest formation of DeKalb County.

WHEREAS, the dairy industry is a major industry in Tennessee, a significant contribution to the economy.

WHEREAS, milk and dairy foods provide health benefits and valuable nutrients; and

WHEREAS, real milk and dairy foods are superiors to their imitations in quality, values, and taste; and

WHEREAS, the 83rd celebration of June Dairy Month, highlighting the dairy industry, will occur during 2020;

Now, therefore, be it resolved by Tim Stribling, mayor of DeKalb County, that June 2020 is designated to the celebration of June Dairy Month, and I call upon all the government agencies and the people of DeKalb County in order to observe the month with appropriate programs and activities.

       DeKalb County 4-H has many activities planned, but due to recent health concerns, they will be mostly virtual.    There will be an art contest, virtual tours, trivia, recipes, and more, as well as a dairy food drive.  Be sure to “Like” 2020 DeKalb County June Dairy Month Adventures on Facebook to see themed daily posts.  You may also call 615-597-4945 for more information. Drink more milk!