[Congressional Record Volume 171, Number 169 (Tuesday, October 14, 2025)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E955]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




            HONORING THE LEGACY OF PEACOCK'S SIGNS & DESIGN

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                        HON. BENNIE G. THOMPSON

                             of mississippi

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, October 14, 2025

  Mr. THOMPSON of Mississippi. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize 
and honor the remarkable achievements of Peacock's Signs & Designs, a 
venerable black-owned business located in Grenada, Mississippi, that 
has been a pillar of the community for nearly five decades.
  Founded in 1976 by Walter Peacock, this family-owned enterprise began 
humbly as a side endeavor creating personalized license plates. Mr. 
Peacock, a talented artist and dedicated entrepreneur, transformed his 
passion and skill into one of Grenada County's oldest and most 
successful businesses.
  Through decades of unwavering hard work and commitment, Peacock's 
Signs & Designs has grown from a small local operation into a respected 
company serving hometown restaurants, boutiques, shopping plazas, and 
even national restaurant and retail chains. Mr. Peacock's dedication to 
quality and service has earned the business a reputation for 
excellence, not only in Grenada but also in surrounding communities and 
smaller towns that lack local sign companies.
  Today, the legacy of Peacock's Signs continues with the involvement 
of Walter Peacock's two sons, Walter ``Winston'' Peacock, Jr. and Fred 
``Wesley'' Peacock. Together, they carry forward their father's vision, 
expanding the company's reach while maintaining the high standards set 
by their father nearly 50 years ago.
  This multigenerational commitment is a testament to the strength of 
family, the power of entrepreneurship, and the impact of black-owned 
businesses on local economies and communities. It is through such 
steadfast dedication that small businesses like Peacock's Signs & 
Designs contribute profoundly to the cultural and economic fabric of 
our great Nation.
   Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me in celebrating the 
enduring success of Peacock's Signs & Designs and its inspiring 
founder, Walter Peacock, whose journey exemplifies the American spirit 
of perseverance, innovation, and family unity.

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