May, 2012 Archives
Prevention Week
Proclamations
WHEREAS, the theme of 2012’s National Prevention Week is “We are the ones. How are you taking action?” and touches upon small, everyday actions that contribute to heal…
National Military and Veterans Appreciation Month
Proclamations
WHEREAS, the freedom and security that citizens of the United States enjoy today are direct results of the blood shed and continued vigilance given by the United States Armed Forces ove…
National Physical Fitness and Sports Month
Proclamations
WHEREAS, many residents of Alabama would improve the quality of their lives through proper exercise and diet
Foster Care Month
Proclamations
WHEREAS, the family serving as the primary source of love, identity, self-esteem and support, is the very foundation of our communities and our state
Children’s Mental Health Awareness Week
Proclamations
WHEREAS, one in 10 children suffer from mental illnesses severe enough to cause some level of impairment – Yet, in any given year, it is estimated that less than one in five of th…
65th Anniversary of Alabama Leading America’s First National Celebration Honoring All Veterans
Proclamations
WHEREAS, in 1945, Mr. Raymond Weeks of Alabama, having returned from WWII military service, became inspired that America should have a National Veterans Day to honor all veterans
Alabama National Cemetery
Proclamations
WHEREAS, for two hundred and thirty-five years, our Nation’s liberty has been protected and preserved by the men and women who have served in the Armed Forces of the United States…
Blue Star Salute Day
Proclamations
WHEREAS, it is with great pride and boundless admiration that we as Alabamians honor the untold number of men and women of the United States Armed Forces, active and retired, Reserves a…
Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome Awareness Month
Proclamations
WHEREAS, Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome is a group of genetic disorders involving mutations in connective tissue characterized by looseness, instability and dislocations of the joints, fragile …
Safe Boating Week
Proclamations
WHEREAS, Alabama is blessed with an abundance of beautiful rivers, tranquil lakes and emerald coastal waters whose natural beauty draws thousands of Alabamians for recreation and relaxa…