[Congressional Record Volume 162, Number 175 (Tuesday, December 6, 2016)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1599]
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                     HONORING THE TOWN OF CRENSHAW

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                        HON. BENNIE G. THOMPSON

                             of mississippi

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, December 6, 2016

  Mr. THOMPSON of Mississippi. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor a 
thriving town in the Mississippi Delta, the Town of Crenshaw.
  Over the course of 20 years, men and women of the Armed Forces, law 
enforcement, Fire and Emergency Medical Services have been recognized 
for their service to our communities and country.
  Mayor Oscar Barlow and First Lady Heather Barlow have put in tireless 
hours to get the word out about paying tribute to these very special 
men and women. They have gone above and beyond their call to make each 
program special for these men and women.
  In addition, they not only get the administration involved in paying 
tribute, but also area churches, federal, state and county leaders all 
come together in unity to show support to those who put their lives on 
the line daily for our communities and country.
  Our men and women of Armed Forces, law enforcement, Fire and EMS come 
out to receive a thank you from people who truly care and appreciate 
the sacrifice they make for us all.
  The Town of Crenshaw and our country also owe a thank you to the 
Mayor and First Lady for putting together such a wonderful tribute 
program for 20 years and for the vision they have in making these 
programs. We owe these men and women a simple, yet huge ``THANK YOU!''
  Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me in recognizing the Town 
of Crenshaw, Mississippi for paying tribute to all Servicemen who serve 
and protect our communities and this great country.

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