FOR IMMEDIATERELEASE- November4, 2026

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Scott Kramer, Autauga County Administrator               

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Autauga CountyCommission Invites Communities to Shine Green for Veterans

AUTAUGA COUNTY, Ala. — One green light can send a powerful message of gratitude.From November 4–11, the Autauga County Commission is inviting residents,businesses, schools, churches and community organizations across the county toshine a green light in honor of the men and women who have served our nation.The invitation is part of Operation Green Light for Veterans, a nationwideeffort to show veterans that their service is recognized and appreciated.

“We are proud of our servicemen andwomen, and especially thankful for the nearly 4,800 veterans who call AutaugaCounty home,” said Commission Chairman Jay Thompson. “These are our friends,neighbors and family members who answered the call to serve our country.Lighting our Administrative Building green is one small way we can say thankyou. We hope communities across the county will join us in showing our veteransthat their service and sacrifices will never be forgotten.”

At its November 3 meeting, theCommission adopted a resolution reaffirming its support for Operation GreenLight and continuing the County’s participation in the initiative. The CountyAdministrative Building will be illuminated green November 4–11. While thelights will shine for one week, the Commission’s gratitude for those who haveserved extends far beyond Veterans Day. The Commission encourages everyoneacross Autauga County to take part in this meaningful tribute. Whether it’s agreen porch light at home, a light in a window, or a green glow at astorefront, church or local business, every light is a visible reminder thatour veterans' service and sacrifices have not been forgotten.

Operation Green Light is an initiativeof the National Association of Counties (NACo) and the National Association ofCounty Veterans Service Officers (NACVSO), with support for Alabama countyparticipation from the Association of County Commissions of Alabama (ACCA).

From Autaugaville to Pine Level,Billingsley to Prattville, and every community in between, let’s light upAutauga County in honor of those who have served. Every green light sends amessage to our veterans and their families: Your service is remembered. Yoursacrifices are appreciated. And your community stands with you.

Residents and businesses are encouragedto share photos of their green lights on social media, tag the Autauga CountyAlabama Facebook page, and use #OperationGreenLight and #AutaugaCounty.

For more information about OperationGreen Light, visit www.naco.org/operationgreenlight.

Source for veteran estimate: U.S.Census Bureau, American Community Survey, 2020–2024.

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