The month of April is annually recognized as the Month of the Military Child, a time when our Nation pays tribute to the resilience of children in military families. While children of active duty, National Guard, Reserve and/or veterans did not make the choice to serve, they stand in unwavering support of their military parent(s). These children make daily sacrifices so their parents may protect our many freedoms. Through their sacrifices, these children serve too.
On April 15th, we will celebrate ‘Purple Up! Day’. Purple combines each branch’s colors into one: the Air Force, Navy, and Coast Guard (shades of blue), the Army (green), and the Marines (red). The color purple embraces all branches, Active Duty, Reserve, National Guard, and Veterans. All Wilson Countians are invited to participate by wearing purple on the 15th! On the evenings of April 15th, 16th & 17th, the lamp posts surrounding the Wilson County Courthouse will be lit in purple as a show of our support and appreciation to military children.
“Military children show us the true meaning of patience. Through moves and deployments, they wait and hope for a birthday or a Christmas when their entire family can be together. No matter the stressors, these children support their parents for keeping us safe. We are so thankful for our military families, and we are proud to recognize them during the month of April and every month.” – Randall Hutto, Wilson County Mayor