Sandy Springs Set To Become Purple Heart City

SANDY SPRINGS, GA -- Next month, the city of Sandy Springs will host a ceremony to honor Purple Heart recipients as well as celebrate its latest achievement of becoming a Purple Heart City.

Residents who are veterans and recipients of a Purple Heart Medal are invited to a special commemoration event at City Hall on Tuesday, June 7.

Dinner will be served at 5 p.m. and the presentation will take place at 6 p.m. at the beginning of the City Council’s scheduled meeting.

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The goal of the Purple Heart program, which began in 1932, is public awareness. As part of that effort, the city will locate special signage within the city as well as celebrate Purple Heart Day each Aug. 7.

“Becoming a designated Purple Heart Medal City allows us to show respect for our veterans and acknowledge the sacrifices these individuals have made on our behalf,” said Sandy Springs City Councilman John Paulson, who is spearheading the effort and is a U. S. Marine Veteran.

Those who are able to attend are asked to RSVP by calling 770-206-1502.

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