[Congressional Record Volume 168, Number 30 (Tuesday, February 15, 2022)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E150]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




             HONORING SHENANDOAH COUNTY'S 250TH ANNIVERSARY

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                             HON. BEN CLINE

                              of virginia

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, February 15, 2022

  Mr. CLINE. Madam Speaker, I include in the Record the following 
proclamation honoring Shenandoah County's 250th anniversary.
  Whereas, Shenandoah County will celebrate the 250th Anniversary of 
its founding in 2022; and
  Whereas, since its first indigenous inhabitants, almost 500 
generations have called this area home; and
  Whereas, the county, originally known as Dunmore, was established by 
the Virginia General Assembly on March 24, 1772; and
  Whereas the county was renamed Shenandoah in 1778 to reflect the 
occupants dedication to the Patriot cause during the American 
Revolution; and
  Whereas the fertile lands have shaped the history of this area and 
allowed Shenandoah County to become a leading agricultural producer; 
and
  Whereas, Shenandoah County has a strong history of local businesses, 
farms, healthcare, tourism, and manufacturing; and
  Whereas, Shenandoah County continues to grow by capitalizing on its 
distinct character, diverse population, and natural beauty; and
  Whereas, Shenandoah County provides its citizens an award winning 
education system, bountiful job opportunities, and rich quality of 
life; and
  Whereas, Shenandoah County citizens value the County's history, 
treasured landmarks, neighborly spirit, and vibrant communities; and
  Whereas, the first 250 years of Shenandoah County have been fruitful 
in experiences and forward-looking ventures; and
  Whereas, the residents of Shenandoah County will gather to 
commemorate their storied history and bright future throughout 2022; 
now, therefore, be it
  Resolved by the United States House of Representatives that we 
commend Shenandoah County on the occasion of its historic 250th 
anniversary; and, be it
  Resolved Further, that this resolution be presented to the chair of 
the Shenandoah County Board of Supervisors as an expression of the U.S. 
House of Representatives' congratulations, admiration for the County's 
history and contributions to the Commonwealth, and best wishes in all 
its future endeavors.

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