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Strafford County to launch ‘Operation Green Light’ in support of local Veterans

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In advance of the upcoming Veterans Day holiday, STRAFFORD COUNTY announced that county buildings would be illuminated green from November 5th through the 12th as part of Operation Green Light, a new national collaborative initiative of the National Association of Counties (NACo) to support military veterans, as well as raise awareness about the unique challenges faced by many veterans and the resources that are available at the county, state, and federal level to assist veterans and their families.

In addition to lighting county buildings, residents and businesses are encouraged to participate by simply changing one light bulb in their house to a green bulb. This can be an exterior light for passersby or an interior light that sparks a conversation with friends.

Shining a green light lets our veterans know they are seen, appreciated, and supported. While this event is focused around the week of Veterans Day (November 5th -12th), participants are encouraged to continue shining the light year-round. Residents can share their participation on social media using the hashtag #OperationGreenLight.

“Operation Green Light is a simple way to express our collective appreciation for the public service of our veterans,” said NACo President Denise Winfrey. “We encourage everyone to join us in displaying a green light for our veterans and to also reflect on how we, as a nation and at the county level, assist our military service personnel back into civilian life upon completion of their service to our country.”

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