Parish President Matthew Jewell announced in December the formation of the St. Charles Parish America 250 Committee, which will lead local efforts to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States this year.
Jewell chose Councilwoman Heather Skiba to lead the committee, which will coordinate events, programs, and community celebrations highlighting the nation’s history
Francesca Blanchard, a spokesperson for the parish, said the committee is composed of community leaders who represent a cross-section of St. Charles Parish, including local business and industry, the school system, the Sheriff’s Office, and civic and nonprofit organizations.
“The 250th anniversary of our nation’s founding is a historic milestone,” Blanchard said. “The Daughters of the American Revolution have encouraged communities across the United States to commemorate it in meaningful, locally driven ways. We wanted to make sure St. Charles Parish was part of that effort.”
The committee’s final event will be the parish’s annual July 3rd Celebration with a larger patriotic fireworks display. Blanchard said residents can expect a series of events in the coming months that celebrate the history and sense of community in the parish.
“These activities are being designed with families in mind and will offer opportunities for residents of all ages to come together and reflect on our nation’s story,” she said.
Residents, organizations, and businesses interested in participating in learning more about America 250 initiatives in St. Charles Parish can visit www.stcharlesparish.gov/america250. For more on the nationwide America 250 program, visit The Daughters of the American Revolution’s webpage, www.america250.org.
